
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portola Hills Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA from $2,000 (23 Rentals)
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63 Finch, Unit Bedroom 1, Unit Bedroom 1

Westridge Apartment Homes

Saddleback Ranch Apartments

eaves Santa Margarita

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita
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Sonterra at Foothill Ranch

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55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita

Spring Lakes Apartment Homes

Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes

20702 El Toro Rd

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76 Gavilan

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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 | $2,657 | $2,360 | $2,954 |
| Portola Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $2,099 | $3,450 |
| Portola Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $2,455 | $4,460 |
| Portola Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $3,749 | $3,749 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 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 Westridge Apartment Homes priced from $2,075. Saddleback Ranch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable Portola Hills apartments for rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,075 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $2,232 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Hills, CA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola Hills area is the $3.48 price per square foot B1 Model at Avalon Baker Ranch in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,590. The second greatest value Portola Hills apartment is the 22C Model at Crestwood Apartment Homes starting at $3,205 with a $3.45 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Baker Ranch | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| Crestwood Apartment Homes | 22C | 2BR,2BA | $3.45 |
| Siena Terrace | Corsica | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Monterey | 1BR,1.2BA | $3.49 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Savio | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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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 $2,099 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
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 $2,455 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
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