
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Porterville, CA from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Fox Hollow

Villa Robles Apartments

Grand Plaza Apartments

562 N Fourth St

Porterville Mobile Village

74 E Vandalia Ave
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276-280 S A St

173 E Grand Ave

272 S A St

598 S Main St

185 N Cottage St

711-741 W Henderson Ave

288 W Date Ave
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141 E Willow Ave

Sierra Hills Independent Senior Living

Sequoia Village

Highland Knolls

Sierra Place

Foxwood Apartments

Tradewinds Apartments
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Sequoia Villa Apartments

Santa Fe Plaza

Villa Siena

620 W Putnam Ave

1046 W Morton Ave, Porterville CA 93257

La Serena

Porterville Garden Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Porterville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Porterville Studio Apartments | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| Cheap Porterville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $950 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Porterville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $1,137 | $1,700 |
| Cheap Porterville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $1,300 | $1,399 |
| Cheap Porterville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $1,439 | $1,439 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Porterville, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/22/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Terrace | $1,439 | $950 | 9 |
| Sierra Estates | $1,439 | $950 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Porterville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Porterville, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand Plaza Apartments in the Claremont Terrace neighborhood priced from $1,099. School Property in the Sierra Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Porterville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| School Property | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Village at Henderson | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porterville, CA
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Porterville area is the $1.08 price per square foot 757 W Putnam Ave Model at 757 W Putnam Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Claremont Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Porterville apartment is the 742 Theta Cir Model at 742 Theta Cir, Unit 742 Theta Circle unit #1 starting at $1,525 with a $1.50 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 757 W Putnam Ave, Unit 4 | 757 W Putnam Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| 742 Theta Cir, Unit 742 Theta Circle unit #1 | 742 Theta Cir | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Grand Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| School Property | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Village at Henderson | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Porterville Apartment is $1,099 at Grand Plaza Apartments.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.