Apartments for Rent in Portola Under $2,500
Portola is a quiet, older residential neighborhood east of McLaren Park — Italian and Chinese-American roots, flower farms historically, and San Bruno Ave as the commercial strip. No BART; the 9 and 29 buses. Cheaper than most of SF.
25 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Portola right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 25 apartments for rent in Portola under $2,500/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Portola?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Portola start at $777/month, with an average of $1,691 and a median of $1,750/month. Prices reflect 25 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is Portola like?
Portola is a quiet, older residential neighborhood east of McLaren Park — Italian and Chinese-American roots, flower farms historically, and San Bruno Ave as the commercial strip. No BART; the 9 and 29 buses. Cheaper than most of SF.