Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
22%
Portland
Portland, CT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,850
Population
9,233
Renter Mix
20% Rent
Enjoy a classic small-town lifestyle just minutes from Connecticut’s biggest cities.
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Portland, Connecticut helped build New York City — the famous brownstone buildings lining Manhattan’s streets were quarried right here, and one of those old quarry sites is now an adventure park offering zip lines, cliff jumping, and scuba diving. Sitting on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River, Portland offers a relaxed pace without sacrificing access to larger cities. Middletown, home to Wesleyan University, is just across the Arrigoni Bridge, and Hartford is a short drive north — making Portland a smart base for those who want quiet evenings and quick commutes. Walking along the riverfront, fishing on a weekend morning, or teeing off at a local course are all part of everyday life here. Main Street keeps things grounded with locally owned shops and low-key cafes that give the town its unhurried character.
The rental market in Portland reflects its small-town scale, with a mix of townhomes, single-family rentals, and apartment communities spread across roughly 25 square miles. Renters tend to find more space for their dollar compared to nearby Hartford-area cities. Whether you’re drawn to a cozy studio or a two-bedroom with room to spread out, options here lean toward the comfortable and residential rather than high-rise living.
Explore the City
Arrigoni Winery offers wine tasting and live entertainment
Portland Restaurant is located on Main Street
The Arrigoni Bridge is a swing bridge across the Connecticut River
The Winchester Cafe resembles a Western saloon
Demographics
Median Household Income
$116,036
Average: $136,850
Education
3,609
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,185
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Portland has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
34%
Other Education
66%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Portland, CT is $1,762 for a studio, $1,850 for one bedroom, and $3,012 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Portland has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,850/month
482 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Portland, CT is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
290 Students
Brownstone Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-5
215 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
215 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
201 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
311 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Kidcity Children's Museum
- Van Vleck Observatory
- Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury
- Hurd State Park
- Dinosaur State Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bradley International
- Tweed/New Haven
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.