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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Air conditioning
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Refrigerator
  • Bright windows
  • Spacious living room

Location

3218 Portage Cir Nw, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
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Management

Level 10 Management, LLC

Leasing office

(507) 242-1400

Property Overview

Portage Townhomes earns strong marks overall, with a high expert rating supported by excellent location, value, amenities, and trustworthiness scores. It stands out for its competitive pricing, solid value per square foot, and practical features like a dishwasher, air conditioning, bright windows, updated appliances, and a quiet neighborhood setting.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Portage Townhomes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portage Townhomes has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Floor plans

Portage 2B/B O 20052 bed1.5 bath1,080 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units availableThis townhome features a 2-bedroom, 1.5 bathroom floorplan with an open concept layout. The lower level includes a kitchen with an island, dishwasher, range, microwave, garbage disposal, and refrigerator. The kitchen opens into a spacious living room with sliding doors that open into a backyard patio area. There is also main floor laundry with in-unit stackable washer and dryer, right off the attached one-car garage. The upper level includes two bedrooms with great closet space and bright windows, as well as a full bathroom. Our community is conveniently situated in Northwest Rochester, off Valley High Road and West Circle.
Portage 2B/B I2 20152 bed1.5 bath1,080 sqft$1,875–$1,950 /mo3 units availableThis cozy townhome features a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom floorplan with an open concept layout that invites all lifestyles. The kitchen offers Frigidaire stainless steel appliances and a centralized stone-top island, with a welcoming transition to a spacious living room finished off with fireplace and stone mantle. This townhome's sliding doors open up to a backyard patio area, perfect for grilling and an attached private garage. You'll enjoy the convenience of first floor laundry with in-unit stackable washer and dryers. Going up the stairs, both bedrooms boast ample closet space and light-welcoming windows. Our community is conveniently situated in Northwest Rochester, off Valley High Road and West Circle. Contact us today to set up your private viewing of your new home!

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Amenities for Portage Townhomes

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Portage Townhomes

HomeApartments in Rochester Portage Townhomes

Now Leasing Comfortable, Modern 2-Bedroom Homes! At Portage Townhomes, you’ll find a place that feels like home from the moment you arrive. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in northwest Rochester, just 10 minutes from Mayo Clinic and with quick access to Highway 52, our community offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Our spacious two-bedroom layouts feature stylish hardwood floors, soft carpeting, updated appliances, air conditioning, and an attached one-car garage. And because home isn’t complete without your furry companions, we happily welcome both cats and dogs. We’d love to welcome you to the neighborhood.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Portage Townhomes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portage Townhomes has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Portage Townhomes
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Portage Townhomes stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Portage Townhomes is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Portage Townhomes is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Portage Townhomes does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Portage Townhomes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 77 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.8 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.7 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2.0 miles away

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Rent trends in Rochester

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Portage Townhomes to be 15% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Rochester.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Rochester
A table of studio rental data trends in Rochester
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,177
November 2024$1,166
December 2024$1,149
January 2025$1,172
February 2025$1,195
March 2025$1,174
April 2025$1,158
May 2025$1,167
June 2025$1,160
July 2025$1,080
August 2025$1,180
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,218
November 2025$1,198
December 2025$1,240
January 2026$1,295
February 2026$1,318
March 2026$1,307
April 2026$1,273
May 2026$1,270
June 2026$1,238
July 2026$1,226
August 2026$1,223
September 2026$1,278

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Can I afford to live at 3218 Portage Cir Nw?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$73,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,835.
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Schools near Portage Townhomes

Prairiecare

5255 members pkwy nw

rochester, MN, 55901

K-12Public

Sunset Terrace Elementary School

1707 19th ave nw

rochester, MN, 55901

PK, K-5Public
B

Overland Elementary School

2300 overland dr nw

rochester, MN, 55901

PK, K-5Public

Washington Elementary School

1200 11th ave nw

rochester, MN, 55901

K-5Public
B+

Hoover Early Learning School

369 elton hills dr nw

rochester, MN, 55901

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Rochester near 3218 Portage Cir Nw

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3218 Portage Cir Nw, Rochester

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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