
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Portola Hills Neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA from $1,900 (28 Rentals)
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Saddleback Ranch Apartments

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eaves Santa Margarita

Westridge Apartment Homes

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

Vista Del Lago

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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 | $2,378 | $2,170 | $2,849 |
| Portola Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,975 | $3,390 |
| Portola Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,135 | $2,702 | $3,960 |
| Portola Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,357 | $3,987 | $4,805 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Saddleback Ranch Apartments priced from $1,975. eaves Santa Margarita has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,090. Here are the most affordable Portola Hills apartments for rent in Trabuco Canyon, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| eaves Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,170 |
| 55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $2,233 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Siena | 1BR,1BA | $2,279 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,310 |
| Vista Del Lago | Aliso | 1BR,1BA | $2,328 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,341 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,411 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portola Hills, CA
As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Portola Hills area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Up Model at Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood starting from $3,036. The second greatest value Portola Hills apartment is the MOVE IN SPECIAL: Two Weeks Off First Month's Re... Model at River Oaks Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $3.02 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| River Oaks Apartments | MOVE IN SPECIAL: Two Weeks Off First Month's Re... | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Crestwood Apartment Homes | 21A | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Cambria | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $2,170.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Portola Hills Apartment is $1,975 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 $2,702 at Vista Del Lago.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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