
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Porter Ranch Neighborhood of Northridge, CA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)
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The Liora

Cambridge On Devonshire
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MASON (10227) APT
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Porter Ranch, Northridge, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Porter Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porter Ranch Studio Apartments | $1,836 | $1,395 | $2,511 |
| Porter Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,342 | $1,795 | $3,080 |
| Porter Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $2,295 | $3,715 |
| Porter Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,996 | $3,996 | $3,996 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Porter Ranch Neighborhood of Northridge, CA.
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Cheapest Available Porter Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Porter Ranch area of Northridge, CA is a Studio unit found at Zelzah Avenue Apartments priced from $1,395. Cambridge On Devonshire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,630. Here are the most affordable Porter Ranch apartments for rent in Northridge, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zelzah Avenue Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Cambridge On Devonshire | Cantebury | Studio,1BA | $1,630 |
| MASON (10227) APT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter Ranch, CA
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Porter Ranch area is the $2.47 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Northpoint Apartments at CSUN in the in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Porter Ranch apartment is the 2BR/2BA - B Model at Valleywood Apartments starting at $2,649 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Porter Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northpoint Apartments at CSUN | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Valleywood Apartments | 2BR/2BA - B | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| The Village at Granada Hills | Devonshire | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Woodside Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Northridge Gardens Apartments | B Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Lassen Village Apartments | F Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Chatsworth Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom or 1 Bedroom with Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 10535 Lindley Avenue | One Bedroom + One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Lindley House Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Merridy Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Porter Ranch Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Porter Ranch?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Porter Ranch is under $1,955.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Porter Ranch?
The cheapest apartment in Porter Ranch is MASON (10227) APT which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Porter Ranch costs $3,996.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Porter Ranch?
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 17 regular apartments in Porter Ranch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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