Portland was once a part of the tobacco belt and was an 18th century dark tobacco hot spot. Today it's more about flowers and tomato plants.

Portland is a small city located in the county of Sumner and Robertson in the state of Tennessee. It is located on Highland Rim in the very northernmost part of the state. Portland is also part of the Nashville Metropolitan Statistical Area of Sumner County. You'll be close to the nightlife of Music City while maintaining a laid back lifestyle in a town of just under 12,000 people. Portland is known as an agricultural wonder due to soil conditions and climate, so bring your gardening gloves and come on over to Portland.

Moving to Town

If you're beginning that apartment search in Portland, Tennessee, you will be glad you picked this tidy community. You'll find rental property here whether you are looking for a house to rent, studio apartment for rent, 1 bedroom apartment for rent, or single family homes. Just be sure to give yourself at least a month to find a rental as units are highly sought after here. Check online listings and the local paper. And of course, come to town and visit on foot or by car to find the best spot for you. Take a drive along Maple Street or North Broadway street, the two biggest roads that run through town. Be sure to come equipped with your ID, credit report and bank statements or W2s. Most landlords require this information. There are always exceptions. If you can offer a free rocket ride to the moon, you probably won't need these things.

Neighborhoods

Looking for a community with a thriving retail district and plenty of green space? Portland is the place. Check out these neighborhoods to start out your housing hunt.

Dowell Parkway: This is a great neighborhood for those who love to be right in the center of the action. You will love this blend of apartments and single-family homes for rent on peaceful tree lined streets just blocks from Downtown Portland. Adjacent Portland City Park provides green space in easy walking distance, while cafes and restaurants just off the Parkway offer excellent family dining options.

South Broadway: The South Broadway neighborhood is a nice place to find single-family homes and mobile homes recently constructed -- between 1970 and 1999. You'll also find upscale apartment and condo buildings. Nearby Meadowbrook Park is good for fun in the sun, and adjacent Willow Lake will have you grabbing your swimsuit and reaching for your fishing rod.

Life in Portland

Portland is an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby Cordell Hull Reservoir and Old Hickory Lake provide the ideal backdrop for hiking, biking, camping and fishing, or you can just stroll the shores and look at the wildlife. You will also love Portland's smaller green spaces -- Meadowbrook Park and Portland City Park. Local sports teams and community events are held in both locations.

The weather is quite pleasant and warm in Portland's mild spring and summer months, and fall and winter are usually pretty temperate as well. The community of Portland combines the laid back vibe of a small town with all the cosmopolitan conveniences of a large metropolitan city. Nearby Nashville is also right around the corner for fun and enjoyment, but with all the options for entertainment right in town, you may never want to leave.

Apartments for Rent in Portland, TN

Apartments for Rent in Portland, TN

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Average rent in Portland, Tennessee

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