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Swiss Colony
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$1,550
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Swiss Colony

3075 Park AveMerced, CA 95348
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2355 K St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2355 K St

2355 K StMerced, CA 95340
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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1680-1695 Ellen Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1680-1695 Ellen Ave

1680-1695 Ellen AveMerced, CA 95341
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El Portal, CA Local Guide

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 $1,029. Lakeland Apartments in the Mariposa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Portal apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Merced StationD24BR,4BA$1,029
Lakeland ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Brookdale Gardens0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
Osito Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1,125
Grand Resort Apartments1 Bedroom Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,345
Madera West Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,350
Sahara Apartments111BR,1BA$1,395
Northwood Village2x1 Redwood2BR,1BA$1,495
Swiss ColonyNewly Remodeled 2x12BR,1BA$1,550
The VillagesOxford2BR,2BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Portal, CA and Nearby

As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Portal area is the $1.56 price per square foot Santa Teresa Model at Dominion Courtyard Villas in the in the Woodward Park neighborhood starting from $2,509. The second greatest value El Portal apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 725 Linden starting at $2,150 with a $1.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dominion Courtyard VillasSanta Teresa3BR,2.5BA$1.56
725 Linden2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.63
Vista Del Sol Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Castle Vista Senior Duplex CommunityLancaster3BR,2BA$1.38
Riverwoods Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.47
Summerwoods Apartments2x2.5 with Garage2BR,2.5BA$1.50
Village TerraceManor2BR,2BA$1.63
The VillagesOxford2BR,2BA$1.48
Willowbrook ApartmentsRENOVATED 2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.59
Northwood Village2x1 Redwood2BR,1BA$1.72

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Portal Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Portal Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Portal Apartment is $1,125 at Osito 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 $1,495 at Northwood Village.

What is the most affordable El Portal Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap El Portal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community and starts from $1,705.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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