
Studio Apartments for Rent in Portola Valley, CA (13 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Portola Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Portola Valley Studio Apartments | $3,125 | $2,100 | $4,370 |
Portola Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,900 | $2,495 | $5,898 |
Portola Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,324 | $2,695 | $9,525 |
Portola Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,280 | $4,546 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Portola Valley and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Portola Valley, CA is found at Mia Palo Alto in the Pine Forest neighborhood and is 606 square feet priced from $3,658. Palo Alto Plaza Apartments in the North Los Altos neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 530 square feet and currently listed start at $3,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Portola Valley:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Mia Palo Alto | Studio B | 606 Sq Ft | $3,658 |
Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | 530 Sq Ft | $3,045 |
Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | 400 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
Cheapest Available Portola Valley and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of May 17, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Portola Valley, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,100 at Partridge in the Pine Forest neighborhood. The second most affordable Portola Valley Studio is the Junior Model at Palo Alto Plaza Apartments starting at $3,045 in the North Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Portola Valley is currently $3,125. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Portola Valley:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,100 |
Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | $3,045 |
Mia Palo Alto | Studio B | $3,658 |
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Getting Around Portola Valley, CA
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Portola Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Portola Valley with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Portola Valley is at Partridge listed at $2,100.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Portola Valley Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Portola Valley is $3,125.
What is the largest available Studio Portola Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Portola Valley is a 606 square feet unit starting from $3,658 at Mia Palo Alto.
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