
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northridge Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (85 Rentals)
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Lafayette Commons

1038 on Second

Town Center

Lafayette Oaks

Redwood Creek Apartments

3470 Orchard Hill Ct

940 Hough Ave

3610 Bickerstaff Rd

3652 Chestnut St
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1050-1056 Stuart St

Acalanes Apartments

215 Lafayette Cir

3257-3261 Marlene Dr

3693-3695 Highland Rd

907 Bell St

918 Dewing Ave

3243-3249 Marlene Dr

3789-3791 Mosswood Dr

932 Dewing Ave
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3580 Brook St

Casa Walnut

3235-3241 Marlene Dr

3265-3271 Marlene Dr

3283-3289 Marlene Dr

3654-3658 Mosswood Dr

3273-3277 Marlene Dr

3613 Bickerstaff Rd

101 Lafayette Cir

3266-3270 Marlene Dr
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Terraces of Lafayette

3460 Orchard Hill Ct

970-972 Almanor Ct

3622 Chestnut St

963 Almanor Ct

920 Dewing Ave

3672 Mosswood Dr

3625 Bickerstaff Rd

3427 Golden Gate Way

3626 Bickerstaff Rd
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3661 Mt Diablo Blvd

3703 Sundale Rd

975 Almanor Ct

3643-3647 Walnut St

3616 Chestnut St

3574 Terrace Way

3585 Brook St

Laplaya Apartments

3639 Walnut St

80 Lafayette Cir
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Northridge, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northridge Studio Apartments | $1,882 | $1,825 | $1,940 |
| Northridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,416 | $1,825 | $3,391 |
| Northridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,126 | $2,200 | $6,440 |
| Northridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,241 | $3,204 | $3,310 |
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Cheapest Available Northridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northridge area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Redwood Creek Apartments priced from $1,825. Park Lafayette has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,940. Here are the most affordable Northridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,940 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Lafayette Commons | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| rutherfordlivingapartmentscawalnut-creekmarquee | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
| Marquee at Diablo Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,910 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3,225 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $3,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northridge, CA
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northridge area is the $2.93 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $3,225. The second greatest value Northridge apartment is the Oak Model at Lafayette Oaks starting at $3,299 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Lafayette Commons | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| rutherfordlivingapartmentscawalnut-creekmarquee | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Marquee at Diablo Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthridge, Lafayette, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Northridge, Lafayette, CA
Springhill Elementary
M. H. Stanley Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northridge Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northridge Apartment is $1,925 at Redwood Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northridge is starting from $2,200 at Lafayette Commons.
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