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40482 Rd 222

24950 CA-108
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3612 Hatch Rd

2477 Freebird Dr

19945 L St
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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 | $1,725 | $1,195 | $2,200 |
El Portal 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,231 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
El Portal 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,612 | $2,350 | $2,900 |
El Portal 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
El Portal 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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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 $685. Shepherd Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. 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 | $685 |
Shepherd Street Apartments | 165 Shepherd St | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Swiss Colony | Newly Remodeled Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Portal, CA and Nearby
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Portal area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 725 Linden in the in the Mariposa neighborhood starting from $2,350. 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 | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Vista Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Olive Tree Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Riverwoods Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
Summerwoods Apartments | 3x2.5 with Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.54 |
Sunset Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Village Landing | Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Willowbrook Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Merced Station | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
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 $599 to $8,500. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Portal ranging from $750 to $2,900.
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 $750 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,102.
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 $1,275 to $3,589, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.
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