
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portola Park Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (42 Rentals)
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Santa Ana Birch Apartments

302 S Broadway

824 S Flower St

1521-1527 N Parton St

The Regent

317 S Flower St

Santa Ana Arts Collective
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511 E Washington Ave

Parc Square Apartments

514 E Wellington Ave

Durant Court

549 N Tustin Ave

Tradewinds Apartments

Highland Apartments

Cypress Apartments
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Saddleback Lodge

Flower Terrace Senior Community

George Wright House Apartments

Waterstone Park

Studio One Apartments

Park Townhome Apartments

Bush Court Apartments

The Monterey Garden Apartments
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1905 N Bush St

Elk Lane Apartments

Heninger Village Apartments

First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2

Garden Court Apartments

The Courtyard

Harmony Creek

Creekview Senior Community
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349 S Lemon St

Stonegate Apartments

Los Robles

Palmyra, Richlyn & Fern Gardens Apartments

Pickwick Manor Apartments

Palmyra Villas

The Knolls

Culver House Apartments
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McFadden Village Apartments

Mardi Gras Apartments
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 | $2,601 | $1,587 | $6,641 |
| Portola Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,602 | $1,689 | $4,737 |
| Portola Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $1,341 | $9,499 |
| Portola Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,047 | $3,095 | $4,517 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 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 Mardi Gras Apartments priced from $1,795. The Regent has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Portola Park apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardi Gras Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Regent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,818 |
| 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Casa De Porter Apartments | 1bd/1ba - unit type | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| 807-811 W. 15th Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 807 W 15th St | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Park, CA
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola Park area is the $2.50 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,750. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House | 16584 Lorelei Ln | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
| 1600-1610 Mabury Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Nineteen01 | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| 414 W Kelly Ave, Unit #C | 414 W Kelly Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Arroyo Casa | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| La Veta Grand | Remodeled 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Sandalwood Cottages | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Ross Towers | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Twin Oaks Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portola Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portola Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portola Park is at The Regent listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Park Apartment is $1,795 at Mardi Gras Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portola Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portola Park is starting from $2,145 at Ross Towers.
What is the most affordable Portola Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Portola Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Veta Grand and starts from $3,200.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips
Written by: Justin Habersaat
Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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!