Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Porter Ranch Neighborhood of Northridge, CA from $900 (9 Rentals)

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Villa Verde Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Verde Apartments

10339 Zelzah AveNorthridge, CA 91326
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MASON (10227) APT
1 Bedroom Apartments

MASON (10227) APT

10227 Mason AveChatsworth, CA 91311

Porter Ranch, Northridge, CA Local Guide

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 $1,595. Park Merridy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,627. Here are the most affordable Porter Ranch apartments for rent in Northridge, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zelzah Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Park MerridyStudioStudio,1BA$1,627
MASON (10227) APT1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter Ranch, CA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Porter Ranch area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at 11518 Lyster Ave Fully Furnished in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Porter Ranch apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 17211 Chatsworth Street starting at $1,998 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Porter Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11518 Lyster Ave Fully Furnished3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$2.75
17211 Chatsworth Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.60
The Liora2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Lassen VillageE Floor Plan2BR,2BA$2.62
17825 Devonshire St, Unit 10617825 Devonshire St2BR,2BA$2.41
Northpoint Apartments at CSUN2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.25
LeMarsh Gardens2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.35
The Village at Granada HillsDevonshire2BR,1BA$2.62
Northridge GardensB Floor Plan1BR,1BA$2.66
Lindley House Towers1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Porter Ranch, Northridge, CA

Ranked #1

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Porter Ranch Neighborhood in Northridge, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $2,033.

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 $1,650, while the average apartment in Porter Ranch costs $4,180.

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 8 regular apartments in Porter Ranch 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 Porter Ranch?

Cheap apartments in Porter Ranch have an average cost of $240 which is $3,940 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Porter Ranch.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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