
Cheap Homes for Rent in El Portal, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
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5130 Mueller Rd

24950 CA-108
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20799 Lama Tamalin Rd

23260 Joaquin Gully Rd

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El Portal, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in El Portal?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Portal 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,133 | $1,300 | $4,300 |
El Portal 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,262 | $1,891 | $2,600 |
El Portal 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,589 | $2,150 | $3,250 |
El Portal 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,095 | $2,095 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available El Portal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Portal, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Merced Station in the Reverie neighborhood priced from $735. 2355 K St in the The Crossings at Fahrens Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. 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 | B2-4 | 2BR,2BA | $735 |
2355 K St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Brookdale Gardens | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Portal, CA and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Portal area is the $1.22 price per square foot York Model at Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community in the in the Claremont Reserve in Atwater neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value El Portal apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Vista Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,900 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Madera 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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Castle Vista Senior Duplex Community | York | 4BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Vista Del Sol Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
725 Linden | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Olive Tree Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Madera Villa | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Riverwoods Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
Summerwoods Apartments | 3x2.5 with Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.54 |
Granville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Shepherd Street Apartments | 165 Shepherd St | Studio ,1BA | $1.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Portal
What type of rentals are currently available in El Portal?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in El Portal, CA with pricing that ranges from $735 to $3,470. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Portal ranging from $1,200 to $4,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Portal?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Portal ranges from $1,200 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,948.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in El Portal?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in El Portal range from $1,285 to $3,470, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,891 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $735.
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