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$1,200 - $1,950Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
511 E Washington Ave
511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portola Park Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (52 Rentals)
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$1,557 - $2,009Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Santa Ana Birch Apartments
422 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1521-1527 N Parton St
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$1,850 - $2,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Regent
1111 Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
2112-2116 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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Creekview Senior Community
353 S Tustin StOrange, CA 92866
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$1,767 - $1,8181 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Harmony Creek
1616 E Rock Creek DrOrange, CA 92866
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$1,895 - $2,080Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Las Casas Apartments
15491 Pasadena AveTustin, CA 92780
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Palmyra, Richlyn & Fern Gardens Apartments
301 S Glassell StOrange, CA 92866
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Portola Park, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portola Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Park Studio Apartments | $2,361 | $1,200 | $4,169 |
| Portola Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,542 | $1,300 | $4,737 |
| Portola Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $1,625 | $5,714 |
| Portola Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,177 | $1,950 | $4,937 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Portola Park Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available Portola Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portola Park area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,557. Ross Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,735. Here are the most affordable Portola Park apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| Park City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Regent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Park, CA
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portola Park area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath Model at Nineteen01 in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $4,145. The second greatest value Portola Park apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1600-1610 Mabury Street starting at $3,595 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the City Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portola Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Nineteen01 | 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1600-1610 Mabury Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| LAKE DIANNE | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| La Veta Grand | Remodeled with W/D 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Villas at Orange | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Santa Ana, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Portola Park Neighborhood in Santa Ana, CA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Portola Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Portola Park is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Portola Park?
The cheapest apartment in Portola Park is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,557, while the average apartment in Portola Park costs $4,440.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Portola Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in Portola Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Portola Park?
Cheap apartments in Portola Park have an average cost of $177 which is $4,263 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Portola Park.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.