
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portola Hills Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA from $1,800 (37 Rentals)
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Vista Del Lago

eaves Santa Margarita

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Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita

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Avalon Baker Ranch

Furnished Studio-Orange County - Lake Forest

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111 Via Serena, Unit SI FL1-ID4481A

25957 Via Pera, Unit 2 Bed 1 Bath Condo – Mission Viejo

Arroyo at Baker Ranch

55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita
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20702 El Toro Rd

Trabuco Villas

12 Galleria
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25885 Trabuco Rd
Portola Hills, Trabuco Canyon, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portola Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Hills Studio Apartments | $2,472 | $2,235 | $2,999 |
| Portola Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,640 | $2,103 | $3,750 |
| Portola Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,323 | $2,796 | $4,410 |
| Portola Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,335 | $3,749 | $4,910 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Portola Hills Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA.
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Cheapest Available Portola Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portola Hills area of Trabuco Canyon, CA is a Studio unit found at 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita priced from $2,088. Vista Del Lago has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,215. Here are the most affordable Portola Hills apartments for rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Sedona | Studio,1BA | $2,088 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,230 |
| eaves Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,235 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,367 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Siena | 1BR,1BA | $2,377 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,398 |
| Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Hills, CA
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola Hills area is the $2.82 price per square foot Lyon Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,680. The second greatest value Portola Hills apartment is the Plan B Model at Ridgecrest Apartments starting at $3,039 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portola Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Lyon | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.82 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 3 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| Trabuco Villas | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Monterey | 1BR,1.2BA | $3.36 |
| Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Siena | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Trabuco Canyon. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Portola Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment is $2,195 at Emerald Court Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Portola Hills is starting from $2,625 at 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita.
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