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14545 Friar St

15938 Vanowen St, Unit 11

19437 Collier St

7248 Shoshone Ave

18241 Arminta St

19205 Lemay St

19144 Calvert St

16215 Vanowen St, Unit 11

18312 Collins St, Unit 109
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4624 Gable Dr

4624 Gable Dr

6863 Sepulveda Blvd, Unit 13

19148 Sherman Way, Unit 2

6727 Woodley Ave, Unit 22

6833 Sepulveda Blvd

14312 Tiara St, Unit 01

15286 Sutton St

14217 Hatteras St

5500 Lindley Ave
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14638 Calvert St

5415 Newcastle Ave, Unit 42

17801 Sherman Way, Unit 210

5130 Yarmouth Ave, Unit 50

7006 Encino Ave

5325 Newcastle Ave

18545 Clark St, Unit 111

19401 Haynes St

5307 Sepulveda Blvd, Unit 101

18546 Clark St, Unit 3
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18546 Clark St

14217 Hatteras St

18620 Hatteras St, Unit 166

19341 Friar St

7419 Woodley Ave

7040 Haskell Ave, Unit 307

19401 Haynes St, Unit 4

18600 Burbank Blvd

3814 Corbin Ave

5433 Sepulveda Blvd, Unit 1
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17834 Burbank Blvd

14329 Chandler Blvd, Unit 22

4540 Vista Del Monte Ave, Unit Unit 6

5433 Sepulveda Blvd, Unit 10

7040 Haskell Ave, Unit 114

4660 Kester Ave, Unit 107

7040 Haskell Ave, Unit 106

18750 Valerio St

7040 Haskell Ave

18620 Hatteras St, Unit 286, Unit 286
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Encino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Encino?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encino 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,373 | $2,000 | $8,500 |
| Encino 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,434 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Encino 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,100 | $3,666 | $10,000+ |
| Encino 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,192 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
| Encino 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $31,613 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Encino 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $36,700 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Encino, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Encino, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Encino Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Fernando Vly | $32,500 | $900 | 202 |
Cheapest Available Encino Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Encino, CA is a Studio unit found at The Rose Apartments in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood priced from $1,175. Reflections at Wyandotte in the Warner Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,254. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Encino apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose Apartments | CSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Reflections at Wyandotte | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| 77 Fortyfive | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Tarzana Courtyard | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,321 |
| Fairmont Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Kingston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| University Commons at Northridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| San Regis Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encino, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Encino area is the $2.10 price per square foot 4BR/3.5BA Model at 14827 Victory in the in the Woodley neighborhood starting from $3,415. The second greatest value Encino apartment is the 15221 W Magnolia Blvd Model at 15221 W Magnolia Blvd starting at $1,200 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Woodley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Encino apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14827 Victory | 4BR/3.5BA | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.10 |
| 15221 W Magnolia Blvd | 15221 W Magnolia Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| White Oak Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| 5235 Kester Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 6651 Haskell Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 6200 Kester Ave Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 20317 Saticoy St | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Independence Court Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Malaga Apartment | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 5545 Lindley Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Encino
What type of rentals are currently available in Encino?
There are currently 2240 Apartments for Rent in Encino, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $10,194. There are also 393 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Encino ranging from $900 to $100,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Encino?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Encino ranges from $900 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $23,037.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Encino?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Encino range from $2,690 to $10,194, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $16,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,666 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,595.
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