Cheap Apartments for Rent in Porterville, CA from $500 (24 Rentals)

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Sequoia Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sequoia Village

424 S E StPorterville, CA 93257
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Highland Knolls
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Knolls

1776 W Olive AvePorterville, CA 93257
Corporate Housing
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Foxwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Foxwood Apartments

1704 W Olive AvePorterville, CA 93257
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74 E Vandalia Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

74 E Vandalia Ave

74 E Vandalia AvePorterville, CA 93257
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276-280 S A St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

276-280 S A St

276-280 S A StPorterville, CA 93257
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272 S A St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

272 S A St

272 S A StPorterville, CA 93257

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Tradewinds Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tradewinds Apartments

450 W Morton AvePorterville, CA 93257
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Sequoia Villa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sequoia Villa Apartments

120 E Henderson AvePorterville, CA 93257
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Santa Fe Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Plaza

250 N 3rd StPorterville, CA 93257
Senior Living
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620 W Putnam Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

620 W Putnam Ave

620 W Putnam AvePorterville, CA 93257
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Villa Siena
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Siena

200 N E StPorterville, CA 93257
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598 S Main St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

598 S Main St

598 S Main StPorterville, CA 93257
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185 N Cottage St
2 Bedroom Apartments

185 N Cottage St

185 N Cottage StPorterville, CA 93257
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141 E Willow Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

141 E Willow Ave

141 E Willow AvePorterville, CA 93257

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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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288 W Date Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

288 W Date Ave

288 W Date AvePorterville, CA 93257

Porterville, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Porterville, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Porterville, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Porterville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Claremont Terrace$1,343$1,0308
Sierra Estates$1,343$1,0304

Cheapest Available Porterville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Porterville, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Downtown Living in the Sierra Estates neighborhood priced from $950. Villa Robles Apartments in the Sierra Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,063. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Porterville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Downtown LivingAccessible1BR,1BA$950
Villa Robles Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,063
Grand Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porterville, CA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Porterville area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Villa Robles Apartments in the in the Sierra Estates neighborhood starting from $1,216. The second greatest value Porterville apartment is the 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath Model at Grand Plaza Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Claremont Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Porterville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa Robles Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.12
Grand Plaza Apartments2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.20
Downtown LivingAccessible1BR,1BA$3.80

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Getting Around Porterville, CA

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Porterville Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Porterville?

The cheapest apartment in Porterville is Downtown Living which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Porterville costs $1,343.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Porterville?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Porterville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.