
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portola, CA from $740 (38 Rentals)
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Altitude by Vintage

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Elevation at the U

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The Point West University

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Talus Point

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Sage by Vintage

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Zephyr Pointe

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Austin Crest

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Shoreline Plaza
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Ridgeview by Vintage

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Sky Vista Commons North

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The Peak at Sky Mountain
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Westlook Resort Living

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Northwind Apartments

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The Kallan

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Montebello at Summit Ridge
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8920 Rising Moon Dr

740-990-990 Arroyo Dr

Lakes at Lemmon Valley

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3575 Gypsum Rd

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon
Portola, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portola?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Studio Apartments | $1,492 | $965 | $2,150 |
| Portola 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $740 | $2,366 |
| Portola 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $1,231 | $3,568 |
| Portola 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $1,415 | $4,987 |
| Portola 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $1,931 | $3,054 |
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Cheapest Available Portola Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portola, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Altitude by Vintage in the North Valleys neighborhood priced from $740. Elevation at the U in the West University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portola apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Altitude by Vintage | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $740 |
| Elevation at the U | Studio Apartment | Studio, 1BA | $1,025 |
| The Point West University | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,044 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,185 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Lakes at Lemmon Valley | Junior Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,425 |
| BOULDERS-RENO | Onyx | 1BR, 1BA | $1,493 |
| Copper Mesa | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1,507 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,529 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR, 1BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola, CA and Nearby
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola area is the $1.76 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Lemmon Drive in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $3,126. The second greatest value Portola apartment is the B1 - The Cityscape Model at Overlook at Keystone Canyon in the West University neighborhood starting at $2,188 with a $1.95 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portola apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Tricon Lemmon Drive | Plan 2 | 3BR, 2BA | $1.76 |
| Overlook at Keystone Canyon | B1 - The Cityscape | 2BR, 1BA | $1.95 |
| Talus Point | 2x1.5TH - C | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.64 |
| The Retreat Luxury Apartments & Townhomes | Zephyr | 2BR, 2BA | $2.05 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.41 |
| The Peak at Sky Mountain | 2BD, 2BTH | 2BR, 2BA | $1.99 |
| Canyon's Edge Apartments | B1 ALT | 2BR, 1BA | $2.05 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.90 |
| Altitude by Vintage | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portola Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portola?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portola is at Altitude by Vintage listed at $965.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Apartment is $740 at Altitude by Vintage.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portola Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portola is starting from $1,251 at Altitude by Vintage.
What is the most affordable Portola Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portola Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altitude by Vintage and starts from $1,440.
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