Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portola Hills Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA from $1,900 (25 Rentals)

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Portola Hills, Trabuco Canyon, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portola Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portola Hills area of Trabuco Canyon, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita priced from $1,940. Saddleback Ranch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Portola Hills apartments for rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa MargaritaPalermo1BR,1BA$1,940
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$1,995
Westridge Apartment HomesNavahoStudio,1BA$2,080
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,155
Los Alisos at Mission ViejoOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$2,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Hills, CA

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portola Hills area is the $3.33 price per square foot 22CL Model at Crestwood Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Portola Hills apartment is the Plan A Model at Ridgecrest Apartments starting at $2,429 with a $3.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crestwood Apartment Homes22CL2BR,2BA$3.33
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.11
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Down1BR,1BA$2.71
Trabuco Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.51
River Oaks Apartments1 BR 1 BA Garage1BR,1BA$3.15
Avalon Baker RanchA21BR,1BA$3.51
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.12
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$3.23
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$3.48
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$3.42

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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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Portola Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Portola Hills is at Westridge Apartment Homes listed at $2,080.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment is $1,940 at 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita.

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 Saddleback Ranch Apartments.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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