
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portola, CA from $500 (39 Rentals)
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The Point West University

Altitude by Vintage

Elevation at the U

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Talus Point

Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments

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Sage by Vintage

Copper Mesa

Zephyr Pointe
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Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+

Shoreline Plaza

Sierra Village

Stardust Apartments

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Club Ambassador

VISTA POINT

Ridgeview by Vintage

BOULDERS-RENO

Sierra Sage Apartments
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Park Place (Reno)

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Sky Vista Commons North

Apex at Sky Valley

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The Peak at Sky Mountain

Austin Crest Apartments

Westlook Resort Living

Stone Village Apartments

Manzanita Gate Apartments

The Bungalows at Sky Vista
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Northwind Apartments

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The Kallan

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Montebello at Summit Ridge

740-990-990 Arroyo Dr

Lakes at Lemmon Valley

15502 Donner Pass Rd

Aviana at Tuscany

3575 Gypsum Rd
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6850 Sharlands Ave.

Canyon's Edge Apartments

709-895-895 Alder St
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 | $1,557 | $799 | $2,100 |
| Portola 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,177 | $2,417 |
| Portola 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,251 | $2,800 |
| Portola 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,033 | $3,179 |
| Portola 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,814 | $3,219 |
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Cheapest Available Portola Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portola, CA is a Studio unit found at Altitude by Vintage in the North Valleys neighborhood priced from $980. Zephyr Pointe in the West University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portola apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude by Vintage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Shoreline Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| VISTA POINT | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,414 |
| Ridgeview by Vintage | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,421 |
| BOULDERS-RENO | Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola, CA and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola area is the $1.69 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Tricon Lemmon Drive in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Portola apartment is the Yosemite Model at Manzanita Gate Apartments starting at $2,363 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Northwest neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tricon Lemmon Drive | Plan 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Manzanita Gate Apartments | Yosemite | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Overlook at Keystone Canyon | B2 - The Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| VISTA POINT | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2x2 View Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Ridgeview by Vintage | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Sierra Sage Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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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 $980.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Apartment is $1,185 at Zephyr Pointe.
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 $1,033.
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