
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portola, CA from $500 (40 Rentals)
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The Point West University

Altitude by Vintage

Elevation at the U

Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+

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Talus Point

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Sage by Vintage

Zephyr Pointe
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Shoreline Plaza

Stardust Apartments

Northwind Apartments

Copper Mesa

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Club Ambassador

Park Place (Reno)

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Sierra Sage Apartments

BOULDERS-RENO
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Ridgeview by Vintage

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Sky Vista Commons North

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The Peak at Sky Mountain

Austin Crest Apartments

Westlook Resort Living

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The Kallan

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Stone Village Apartments
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Manzanita Gate Apartments

The Bungalows at Sky Vista

Apex at Sky Valley

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Montebello at Summit Ridge

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Coburn Crossing

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon

740-990-990 Arroyo Dr
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Sierra Village

Lakes at Lemmon Valley

Aviana at Tuscany

3575 Gypsum Rd

Canyon's Edge Apartments

11110 White Sage Dr

6895 Lotus St

636 W 9th St
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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 | $1,593 | $799 | $2,150 |
| Portola 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $1,028 | $2,425 |
| Portola 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $1,251 | $4,365 |
| Portola 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,415 | $3,049 |
| Portola 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $1,931 | $3,328 |
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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. Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ in the West University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,051. 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 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,051 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Shoreline Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Sierra Sage Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,452 |
| Sky Vista Commons North | Plan A North | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Club Ambassador | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2X2 View | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
| The Kallan | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,670 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola, CA and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola area is the $1.69 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Lemmon Drive in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,899. The second greatest value Portola apartment is the Obsidian Model at BOULDERS-RENO starting at $2,137 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the North Valleys 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. |
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| Tricon Lemmon Drive | Plan 1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| BOULDERS-RENO | Obsidian | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Club Ambassador | Townhome 2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Apex at Sky Valley | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2X2 View | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| The Bungalows at Sky Vista | The Haven | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Austin Crest Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Sierra Sage Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Altitude by Vintage | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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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 $1,028 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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