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San Regis Apartments

9121 Orion Ave

5307 Sepulveda Blvd.

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15555 Parthenia St, Unit 120

14716 Magnolia Blvd

La Marquesa

Terrace Pointe Apartments

TARZANA 6170
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5541 Newcastle Ave

Tahitian Village Apartments

Diamond Pointe

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Southoaks Pointe Apartments

Green Court Apartments

Royal Sepulveda Apartment Homes

14210 Sylvan St

14816 Gilmore St

6222 Hazeltine Ave
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15634 Leadwell St, Unit 13

Latitude Apartments

7107 Etiwanda Ave

18821 Erwin St, Unit 18821 Erwin st Tarzana CA

Villa Sorrento

Saticoy Gardens

8809 Etiwanda Ave

Balboa Ranch Apartments

La Coruna Senior Apartments

Malden Apartments
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6937 Hazeltine Ave

5216 Kester Ave

White Oak Apartments

Victoria Apartments

9232 Sepulveda Blvd

Montecito Terraces

Tropicana

Royal Pines Apartments

14660 Delano St

6857 Haskell Ave
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14603 Delano St

Saticoy Manor

Chase Apartments

14632 Magnolia Blvd

16016 Vanowen St

Essex Suites Apartments

Vesper Apartments

Crossings on Amigo

8080 Langdon Ave

18444 Collins St
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Lake Balboa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Balboa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Balboa Studio Apartments | $1,813 | $1,175 | $3,116 |
| Lake Balboa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,450 | $4,300 |
| Lake Balboa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Lake Balboa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Lake Balboa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $2,550 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Balboa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Balboa, CA is a Studio unit found at The Rose Apartments in the Northridge neighborhood priced from $1,175. San Regis Apartments in the Van Nuys neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,345. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Balboa 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 |
| San Regis Apartments | Studio - 80% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| 9121 Orion Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Tarzana Courtyard | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,371 |
| La Marquesa | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 14716 Magnolia Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Terrace Pointe Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Tahitian Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Diamond Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Balboa, CA and Nearby
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Balboa area is the $1.61 price per square foot Floor Plan A Model at Superior Place Apartments in the in the Northridge neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Lake Balboa apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 5235 Kester Ave starting at $2,498 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Balboa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Place Apartments | Floor Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 5235 Kester Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 6651 Haskell Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 6310 Sylmar Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Sylmar Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Gables East | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 14332 Riverside Drive, | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Regency Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 14133 Calvert St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| The Lorraine Apartments | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Balboa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Balboa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Balboa is at The Rose Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Balboa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Balboa Apartment is $1,450 at 5541 Newcastle Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Balboa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Balboa is starting from $1,898 at 6310 Sylmar Ave.
What is the most affordable Lake Balboa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Balboa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sylmar Apartments and starts from $1,592.
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