
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portola Valley, CA from $2,000 (35 Rentals)
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The Camille North Apartments

Union Plaza Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

The Camille Apartments

230 - Atherton Park Forest

Merrilee Terrace Apartments

The Pines Apartments
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3618 Alameda Apartments

Stanford Villa

347-367 Everett Ave

Laurel Court Apartments

Kentfield Apartments

Woodside Court

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Terman

Palo Alto Plaza Apartments
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Los Altos Court

820 Kipling St

Fayette Arms Apartments

Menlo Pointe Apartments

Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

502 Hope Terrace

857 Partridge Ave

Stanford Avenue Apartments
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Hawthorne Gardens

614 Redwood Ave

Ramona

Fayette Townhouse Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

241 Curtner

Sand Hill Place Apartments

Sharon Grove Apartments
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505 Cypress Point Dr

1705 Montgomery Ave

453 E O'Keefe St
Portola Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portola Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Valley Studio Apartments | $3,306 | $2,060 | $4,697 |
| Portola Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,144 | $2,208 | $7,289 |
| Portola Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,613 | $2,975 | $10,000+ |
| Portola Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,720 | $4,445 | $10,000+ |
| Portola Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portola Valley, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Portola Valley, 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 Portola Valley Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Valley Ranch | $5,500 | $5,500 | 1 |
| Central Portola Valley | $17,000 | $5,500 | 2 |
| Westridge | $17,000 | $10,000 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Portola Valley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Portola Valley, CA is a Studio unit found at The Camille North Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood priced from $2,145. The Camille Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portola Valley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Pines Apartments | Updated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Woodside Court | 316 | 2BR,2BA | $3,095 |
| Terman | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,303 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | Studio,1BA | $3,345 |
| Los Altos Court | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $4,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Valley, CA and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola Valley area is the $3.78 price per square foot 205 Model at Birch Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Portola Valley apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portola Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.78 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Terman | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| Los Altos Court | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.85 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| The Camille North Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | Studio ,1BA | $6.31 |
| The Pines Apartments | Premier 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portola Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Valley Apartment is $2,495 at The Camille North Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portola Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portola Valley is starting from $2,975 at Hawthorne Apartments.
What is the most affordable Portola Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portola Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Plaza and starts from $4,400.
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