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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Underground parking
  • On-site amenities
  • Fitness room
  • Emergency maintenance
  • Access to underground parking
  • Emergency maintenance support

Location

601 W Slifer St, Portage, WI 53901, USA
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Management

Portage Apartments LLC

Leasing office

(608) 742-3043

Property Overview

Manchester Place Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent scores for amenities, location, and value. It stands out for underground parking, a fitness room, on-site amenities, and emergency maintenance support, while also offering strong value per square foot and convenient access to nearby schools and pet-related services.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
Manchester Place Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,176 sqft$1,445 /mo1 unit availableManchester Place in Portage, WI offers two-bedroom, two-bath apartments with thoughtful design and modern conveniences. Residents enjoy underground parking and in-floor radiant heat for comfortable, efficient living. The community includes a fitness room, a library, and a gathering room for shared activities. Practical services such as emergency maintenance, electronic rent payments, and email/text communications help streamline daily life. Manchester Place provides a well-appointed setting for those seeking a convenient, maintenance-supported rental experience. Rental insurance is required. Monthly water fee is $30. (Pictures are of a similar unit)

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Amenities for Manchester Place Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterGathering Room
Library

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Email & Text CommunicationsEmergency Maintenance

Other

Electronic Rent PaymentsIn-floor Radiant Heat
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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About Manchester Place Apartments

HomeApartments in Portage Manchester Place Apartments

Manchester Place in Portage, WI offers two-bedroom, two-bath apartments with thoughtful design and modern conveniences. Residents enjoy underground parking and in-floor radiant heat for comfortable, efficient living. The community includes a fitness room, a library, and a gathering room for shared activities. Practical services such as emergency maintenance, electronic rent payments, and email/text communications help streamline daily life. Manchester Place provides a well-appointed setting for those seeking a convenient, maintenance-supported rental experience. Rental insurance is required. Monthly water fee is $30. (Pictures are of a similar unit)


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Manchester Place Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Manchester Place Apartments
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Manchester Place Apartments has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A 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.
Manchester Place Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Manchester Place Apartments 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 Manchester Place Apartments 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.

Manchester Place Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Manchester Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 276 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Portage

2-bedroom apartments at Manchester Place Apartments cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portage.

Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Portage
A table of studio rental data trends in Portage
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,100
September 2024$1,100
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,100
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,100
February 2025$1,100
March 2025$1,100
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,100
June 2025$1,100
July 2025$1,100
August 2025$1,100
September 2025$1,100
October 2025$1,100
November 2025$1,100
December 2025$1,100
January 2026$1,100
February 2026$1,100

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 601 W Slifer St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,445.
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Schools near Manchester Place Apartments

Woodridge Elementary School

333 e slifer st

portage, WI, 53901

K-1Public
B-

Muir Elementary School

2600 woodcrest dr

portage, WI, 53901

2-5Public
B-

Portage Partnering Preschool

2600 woodcrest dr

portage, WI, 53901

PK, K-6Public
B-

Lewiston Elementary School

w11195 state rd 127

portage, WI, 53901

K-5Public
B

Endeavor Elementary School

414 church st

endeavor, WI, 53930

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Portage near 601 W Slifer St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Points of interest for 601 W Slifer St, Portage

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
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

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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