Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northridge, CA from $1,200 (422 Rentals)

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Valleywood Apartments
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$1,775 - $2,475

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Base Rent$1,775 - $2,475

Total Monthly Price$1,775 - $2,475
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Valleywood Apartments

17806 Lassen StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Malden Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Malden Apartments

18321 Malden StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Northridge Villa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northridge Villa

18521 Prairie StNorthridge, CA 91324
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Villa Verde Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Verde Apartments

10339 Zelzah AveNorthridge, CA 91326
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Reseda Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reseda Court

9600 Reseda BlvdNorthridge, CA 91324
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Halstead Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Halstead Manor

18416 Halsted StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Nordhoff Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nordhoff Apartments

19229 Nordhoff StNorthridge, CA 91324
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Halsted Palms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Halsted Palms Apartments

18425 Halsted StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Napa Palms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Napa Palms

18430 Napa StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Garden Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Terrace

19241 Nordhoff StNorthridge, CA 91324
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18400 Napa St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18400 Napa St

18400 Napa StNorthridge, CA 91325
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University Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Gardens

8762 Etiwanda AveNorthridge, CA 91325
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18404 Vincennes Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18404 Vincennes Street

18404 Vincennes StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Northridge Chalet
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northridge Chalet

18551 Prairie StNorthridge, CA 91324
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Dearborn Villa
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dearborn Villa

18521 Dearborn StNorthridge, CA 91324
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17900 Schoenborn St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

17900 Schoenborn St

17900 Schoenborn StNorthridge, CA 91325
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8411 Lindley Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8411 Lindley Ave

8411 Lindley AveNorthridge, CA 91325
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Dearborn Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dearborn Apartments

18551 Dearborn StNorthridge, CA 91324
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18444 Napa St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

18444 Napa St

18444 Napa StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Dearborn Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dearborn Apartments

18531 Dearborn StNorthridge, CA 91324
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Northridge, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Northridge, CA area range in price from $1,250 to $4,860 with an overall median price of $2,378. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Northridge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Porter Ranch$2,378$1,25070

Cheapest Available Northridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Northridge, CA is a Studio unit found at 8742 Orion in the North Hills neighborhood priced from $1,325. 9216 Van Nuys Blvd in the Stonebridge Place in Sylmar neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
8742 Orion0x1Studio,1BA$1,325
9216 Van Nuys BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
9121 Orion AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,374
The Rose ApartmentsDrake: Shared Renovated StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Terrace Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Sepulveda Manhattan ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
Tahitian Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northridge, CA

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northridge area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 bed/ 2 bath Model at 16015 Vanowen St in the in the West Van Nuys neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Northridge apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 6651 Haskell Ave starting at $1,898 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Woodley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
16015 Vanowen St2 bed/ 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.13
6651 Haskell Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.58
Sylmar ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.62
Gables East2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.00
18411 Vincennes Street2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.00
Campus Crossing Apartments - Northridge2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.72
17211 Chatsworth Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.95
15444-15454 Chatsworth St.1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half1BR,1BA$1.83
18400 Prairie Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.78
7437 Haskell AvenueModern 1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.88

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Northridge Overview

Northridge, is located in the beautiful San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles County. Northridge has a little bit of everything for residents in all demographics. Whether you are looking for a bustling city with a top-notch university, a city with a spacious family center or are into outdoor activities, you will feel right at home in Northridge. Between beautiful weather, a thriving economy and affordable apartments in Northridge, this lovely Los Angeles locale has legitimate mass appeal. Apartments in Northridge provide quick and easy access to all the amenities of Los Angeles, are affordably priced and have much more space than most assume.

Why live in Northridge, CA?

Northridge is the perfect location for singles, retirees and those with kids. The area's elite schools, proximity to the major interstates, endless shopping opportunities and abundance of 5-star restaurants provide locals with all sorts of different options for fun under the sun. Speaking of the sun, Northridge receives plenty of it. It is a near guarantee that you will be able to step outside of your Northridge apartment any day of the year and go for a run, hike or bike ride without interference from mother nature. Above all, Northridge residents enjoy living in this area as it is in close proximity to employers throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

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Northridge, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northridge Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northridge?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northridge is under $1,450.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northridge?

The cheapest apartment in Northridge is 8742 Orion which is listed at $1,425, while the average apartment in Northridge costs $2,378.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northridge?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 25 regular apartments in Northridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northridge?

Cheap apartments in Northridge have an average cost of $648 which is $1,730 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northridge.

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