Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Fernando, CA from $300 (66 Rentals)

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property at 1206 Mountain View St

$2,200

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1206 Mountain View St

San FernandoCA91340
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La Graciela
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Graciela

101 Park AveSan Fernando, CA 91340
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Sun Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Pointe

15234 Sunburst StSan Fernando, CA 91343
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Glen Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Oaks Apartments

650 Glenoaks BlvdSan Fernando, CA 91340
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908 Glenoaks Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

908 Glenoaks Blvd

908 Glenoaks BlvdSan Fernando, CA 91340
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Maclay Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Maclay Gardens

13222-13226 MACLAY StSan Fernando, CA 91340
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1401-1407 Celis St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401-1407 Celis St

1401-1407 Celis StSan Fernando, CA 91340

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property at 15838 Chatsworth St

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15838 Chatsworth St

Los AngelesCA91344

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Olive Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Manor

13115 Bromont AveSylmar, CA 91342
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Sayre Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sayre Apartments

13922 Sayre StLos Angeles, CA 91342
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El Dorado Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Dorado Apartments

12129 El Dorado AveSylmar, CA 91342
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Hansen Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hansen Village

11821 Foothill BlvdLos Angeles, CA 91342
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Villas Las Americas
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Villas Las Americas

9618 Van Nuys BlvdPanorama City, CA 91402
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Foothill Vista
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Foothill Vista

13266 Foothill BlvdSylmar, CA 91342

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Vista Crest
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Crest

12059 W Osborne StSylmar, CA 91342
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Los Robles Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles Apartments

13890-13904 Sayre StSylmar, CA 91342
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Pierce Park
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pierce Park

12700 Van Nuys BlvdPacoima, CA 91331
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Casa Bien Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Bien Apartments

12747 Mercer StPacoima, CA 91331
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13050 Dronfield Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

13050 Dronfield Ave

13050 Dronfield AveSylmar, CA 91342
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Lakeview Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Terrace

12522 Filmore StPacoima, CA 91331

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San Fernando, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available San Fernando Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Fernando, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Villas Las Americas in the Stonebridge Place in Sylmar neighborhood priced from $1,241. Devon Heights in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Fernando apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas Las Americas4 bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1,241
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,275
Reflections at SepulvedaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500
Aqua SouthStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
11700 Glenoaks Blvd2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,800
Astoria Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,915
820 Glenoaks Apartmentsga1+11BR,1BA$1,955
Olive View GardensOne Bed ~ One Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
Foothill Apartmentsfhill2+22BR,2BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando, CA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Fernando area is the $2.54 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value San Fernando apartment is the 4 bedroom 2 Bath Model at Villas Las Americas starting at $1,241 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Stonebridge Place in Sylmar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Fernando apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Almeria Townhomes2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.54
Villas Las Americas4 bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.00
Dronfield AstoriaPinto D23BR,2BA$2.73
Astoria Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.53
10023 Sepulveda Blvd, Unit Apt D10023 Sepulveda Blvd2BR,1.5BA$3.10
10560 Haddon Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.59
Foothill Apartmentsfhill2+22BR,2BA$3.02
10914 Columbus Ave, Unit 110914 Columbus Ave2BR,1BA$2.94
Olive View GardensOne Bed ~ One Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Reflections at SepulvedaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.66

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San Fernando Overview

San Fernando is a northeastern suburb of Los Angeles with a population of just over 24,000 people. It's large enough to have the amenities that makes life great, yet small enough that you can get to know your neighbors and bond with the community. You'll find that apartments in San Fernando deliver a quality of life that's hard to achieve elsewhere. Los Angeles, the Angeles National Forest, and the public beaches are a short distance away and makes it easy to find recreational activities at a moment's notice. San Fernando is full of family-owned businesses with unique offerings, quirky boutiques, and stores that carry the daily needs of life within a short distance of your apartment building. There's also a strong cultural scene in and around San Fernando in terms of the performing arts, outdoor murals, musical events and more. In short, there's a lot to love about apartment life in San Fernando. 

Why live in San Fernando, CA?

San Fernando is located over the Cahuenga pass and close to the . There's more open space, parklands with greenery and fewer people traversing the public trails. If you're an outdoor enthusiast, or just like to get away from a dense environment now and again, San Fernando offers opportunities to escape to nearby destinations. When it comes to density, you'll find that the city has a good balance of multi-unit buildings and single family homes. Employment opportunities are plentiful as the town is home to many back lots and studios from the major media producers. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Fernando Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Fernando?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Fernando is at Devon Heights listed at $1,275.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Fernando Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Fernando Apartment is $1,500 at Reflections at Sepulveda.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Fernando Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Fernando is starting from $1,800 at 11700 Glenoaks Blvd.

What is the most affordable San Fernando Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Fernando Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dronfield Astoria and starts from $2,742.

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