
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Portola Valley, CA from $1,400 (16 Rentals)
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The Camille North Apartments
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Portola Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portola Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Portola Valley Studio Apartments | $2,747 | $1,433 | $4,019 |
Portola Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,879 | $1,847 | $6,692 |
Portola Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,431 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
Portola Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,815 | $4,441 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Portola Valley, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/12/2025Current 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 |
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Portola Valley Ranch | $27,500 | $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 Union Plaza Apartments in the San Antonio neighborhood priced from $2,450. The Camille North Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Portola Valley apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
The Camille North Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Fayette Arms Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,649 |
The Pines Apartments | Updated 1 Bedroom with Hardwood | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Valley, CA and Nearby
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portola Valley area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3BR Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Portola Valley apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $4,995 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Ventura 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. |
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Park Plaza | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.84 |
Seven Oaks | K | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
Terman | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.47 |
Fayette Arms Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.59 |
The Camille North Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $4.86 |
Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
The Pines Apartments | Updated 1 Bedroom with Hardwood | 1BR,1BA | $5.80 |
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Getting Around Portola Valley, CA
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portola Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portola Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portola Valley is at Union Plaza Apartments listed at $2,450.
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 $3,095 at Woodside Court.
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