NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 23, 2025
CONTACT: Mary Beth Block, Public Information Officer, (269) 329-4405 | blockm@portagemi.gov
City of Portage and City Wise Launch New Rental Housing Website
New platform helps connect Portage landlords and renters
with free listings for most property owners
The City of Portage has partnered with City Wise Software to launch a new rental housing website designed to make it easier for landlords to list their properties and for residents to find available homes in Portage. The new platform, now live at apartments.portagemi.gov, provides a centralized, city-supported location for verified rental listings.
Unlike national rental websites, this tool was built with Portage’s local housing market in mind. It gives landlords, especially those managing fewer than 20 units, a free, simple, and trusted way to advertise available properties directly to renters searching for housing in the community.
- Free listings for landlords with fewer than 20 units.
- Quick setup with guided onboarding support.
- Custom onboarding and support available for larger property managers.
- Verified listings ensure transparency and trust for renters and property owners alike.
“Landlords are essential partners in meeting Portage’s housing needs,” said Pete Dame, Portage’s Chief Development Officer. “This service will help renters identify their options when looking for a place to live in Portage.
Developed by City Wise Software, a Midwest-based company founded by the team behind College Pads, the new site streamlines rental housing access for both renters and landlords. Portage is City Wise’s first Michigan partner, joining more than a dozen municipalities across Wisconsin and Minnesota that are modernizing their local rental housing systems.
“We believe every renter deserves a clear, accessible way to find housing,” said Jeremy Schmidt, chief operating officer at City Wise. “This platform helps remove some of the barriers renters face, especially in tight or confusing markets, by creating a straightforward path to available homes.”
To create a listing or learn more, visit apartments.portagemi.gov
About City Wise
City Wise Software partners with local governments to improve rental housing transparency, elevate responsible landlords, and make it easier for residents to find safe, accessible homes. Founded by the team behind Milwaukee-based College Pads, City Wise now supports 12 municipalities across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan. For more information about City Wise Software, contact Jeremy Schmidt at jeremy@citywisesoftware.com.
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