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The Hub Merced

19566 Chaffee Cir
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19571 Chaffee Cir

18306 Yosemite Rd

3771 Gabriel Dr
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3612 Hatch Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Portal?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Portal Studio Apartments | $1,240 | $1,050 | $1,522 |
El Portal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,250 | $2,233 |
El Portal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $685 | $2,850 |
El Portal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,170 | $3,137 |
El Portal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $599 | $1,855 |
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Cheapest Available El Portal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Portal, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood priced from $599. Brookdale Gardens in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Portal apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Merced Station | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
The Hub Merced | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Portal, CA and Nearby
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Portal area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 725 Linden in the in the Madera neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value El Portal apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Vista Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Portal apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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725 Linden | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Vista Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Olive Tree Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Summerwoods Apartments | 3x2.5 with Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.54 |
Sunset Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Madera Villa | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Shepherd Street Apartments | 165 Shepherd St | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
1680-1695 Ellen Ave | 1685-D | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Getting Around El Portal, CA
Walk Score®
18 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
23 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Portal Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Portal?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Portal is at Brookdale Gardens listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Portal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Portal Apartment is $1,291 at Sahara Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Portal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Portal is starting from $775 at Merced Station.
What is the most affordable El Portal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Portal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hub Merced and starts from $1,170.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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