
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Fernando, CA from $1,200 (77 Rentals)
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1305 Griffith St, Unit 2

11700 Glenoaks Blvd

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 1

13226 Maclay St

845 N Hagar St

311 Griswold Ave

204 Fermoore St

216 Harding Ave

La Graciela
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Vera

Columbus Gardens

North Hills Village Apartments

206 Harps St

Summer Breeze Apartments

Maclay Gardens

1401-1407 Celis St

12668 Cometa Ave
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Devon Heights

Southwest Pointe Apartments

Reflections at Sepulveda

12746 Watt Ln

Bradley Luxury Living

15444-15454 Chatsworth St.

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11039 Memory Park Ave, Unit Casita

Cantabria Senior Apartments

Aqua South
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15069 Nurmi St

10837-10839 Fellows Ave

Dronfield Astoria

Woodman Lassen Apartments

Olive View Gardens

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10402 Woodman Ave

13266 Foothill Blvd

13224 Herrick Ave, Unit Studio 1

14643 Chatsworth St

Villa Vincennes Apartments
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10914 Columbus Ave, Unit 1

10914 Columbus Ave

Olive Manor

Vista Crest

Asturias Senior Apartments

Sayre Apartments

El Dorado Apartments

Hansen Village

Villas Las Americas

Foothill Vista
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San Fernando, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Fernando?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Fernando Studio Apartments | $1,511 | $1,200 | $1,900 |
| Cheap San Fernando 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,500 | $2,190 |
| Cheap San Fernando 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,590 | $1,862 | $3,450 |
| Cheap San Fernando 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,310 | $2,800 | $3,995 |
| Cheap San Fernando 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,750 | $3,750 |
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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 North San Fernando Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,374. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Fernando apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas Las Americas | 4 bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1,241 |
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Reflections at Sepulveda | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Vera | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Bradley Luxury Living | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,554 |
| 15444-15454 Chatsworth St. | Studio. 1 Bath. 0 Half | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| LEASE UP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Cantabria Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,661 |
| 11700 Glenoaks Blvd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando, CA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Fernando area is the $2.54 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes in the in the North 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almeria Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.54 |
| Villas Las Americas | 4 bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Sylmar Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| Astoria Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| 15444-15454 Chatsworth St. | 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Peerless Building Corp. | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Foothill Apartments | fhill2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Olive View Gardens | One Bed ~ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Bradley Luxury Living | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Reflections at Sepulveda | One Bedroom | 1BR,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.
Best Local Schools in San Fernando, CA
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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 $1,374.
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 $1,862 at Cantabria Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Fernando Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Fernando Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sylmar Apartments and starts from $1,926.
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