Portage Homes for Rent

Portage, Wisconsin’s third-oldest community, is situated between the Wisconsin and Fox rivers, offering a charming downtown district with 19th-century homes. The neighborhood is surrounded by expansive farmlands and nature preserves, providing a peaceful atmosphere away from the hustle of downtown Madison, which is about 40 miles south. Portage residents enjoy a variety of things to do, including summer picnics and swimming at Silver Lake Beach, skiing at Cascade Mountain, and paddling on the local rivers. The city’s southeastern sports complex features soccer fields, a baseball diamond, and a Little League complex. The 2,466-acre Swan Lake Wildlife Area offers trails for walking and cross-country skiing. Pauquette Park hosts live music events during summer evenings. Modern amenities are concentrated along U.S. Route 51, with stores like Walmart Supercenter, Aldi, and Festival Foods, while the downtown area offers a more intimate shopping experience with local stores and a farmers market from May to October. Dining options range from Two Rivers Coffee Roaster to the Corner Pocket and B&B Hitching Post. Community events such as the Columbia County Fair and Portage Canal Days foster a close-knit atmosphere. Homes in Portage vary from mid-1800s and early 1900s Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods, and American Foursquares in the town center to more modern builds on the outskirts. Interstate 39 and an Amtrak station provide convenient transportation options, with Dane County Regional Airport located 35 miles south.