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19571 Chaffee Cir

18306 Yosemite Rd

3771 Gabriel Dr
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3612 Hatch Rd

22987 Tuolumne Rd N

20011 Soulsbymine Rd

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 | $1,295 | $2,400 |
El Portal 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,982 | $250 | $2,895 |
El Portal 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,475 | $2,350 | $2,600 |
El Portal 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,525 | $2,500 | $2,550 |
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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 12, 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 2 Bedroom Model at 725 Linden starting at $1,850 with a $1.40 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 |
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 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about El Portal
What type of rentals are currently available in El Portal?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in El Portal, CA with pricing that ranges from $599 to $3,137. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Portal ranging from $250 to $2,895.
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 $250 to $2,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,830.
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 $1,170 to $3,137, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $250 to $2,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.
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