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

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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 $1,395. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zelzah Avenue ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,395
Cambridge On DevonshireCanteburyStudio,1BA$1,630
MASON (10227) APT1BR/1.0BA1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Northpoint Apartments at CSUN2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.47
Valleywood Apartments2BR/2BA - B2BR,2BA$2.71
The Village at Granada HillsDevonshire2BR,1BA$2.62
The Woodside Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.23
Northridge Gardens ApartmentsB Floor Plan1BR,1BA$2.72
Lassen Village ApartmentsF Floor Plan1BR,1BA$2.83
Chatsworth Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom or 1 Bedroom with Loft1BR,1BA$2.83
10535 Lindley AvenueOne Bedroom + One Bath1BR,1BA$2.71
Lindley House Towers1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Merridy Court1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.83

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Porter Ranch, Northridge, CA

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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.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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