Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Clarita Valley Neighborhood of Santa Clarita, CA from $300 (25 Rentals)

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Sierra Cross Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Cross Apartments

28214 Sierra Cross AveSanta Clarita, CA 91387
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24828 Newhall Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24828 Newhall Ave

24828 Newhall AveSanta Clarita, CA 91321
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Olive Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Manor

13115 Bromont AveSylmar, CA 91342
Senior Living
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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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Mountain View Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain View Apartments

17706-17718 Scherzinger LnCanyon Country, CA 91387
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31737 Ridge Route Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

31737 Ridge Route Rd

31737 Ridge Route RdCastaic, CA 91384
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13050 Dronfield Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

13050 Dronfield Ave

13050 Dronfield AveSylmar, CA 91342
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Kenlor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kenlor Apartments

31717 Ridge Route RdCastaic, CA 91384
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Glenhill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenhill Apartments

13811 Glenoaks BlvdSylmar, CA 91342
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Sierra Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Apartments

17940-17944 Sierra HwyCanyon Country, CA 91351
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14021 Foothill Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14021 Foothill Blvd

14021 Foothill BlvdSylmar, CA 91342
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Astoria Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Astoria Oaks Apartments

13983 Astoria StSylmar, CA 91342
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Dronfield Astoria
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dronfield Astoria

13140 Dronfield AveSylmar, CA 91342

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Golden Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Oaks Apartments

24877 Walnut StNewhall, CA 91321
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Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Clarita, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Clarita Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Clarita Valley area of Santa Clarita, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Castaic Lake Senior Apartments priced from $1,131. Mayflower Gardens Senior Living 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,315. Here are the most affordable Santa Clarita Valley apartments for rent in Santa Clarita, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Castaic Lake Senior ApartmentsC2BR,1BA$1,131
Mayflower Gardens Senior Living 55+Studio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,315
Canyon Country SeniorTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1,495
Stillmore ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,775
Canyon Club Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clarita Valley, CA

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Clarita Valley area is the $2.60 price per square foot 1A 3X2.5 Model at Townhomes at Lost Canyon in the in the Friendly Valley neighborhood starting from $3,454. The second greatest value Santa Clarita Valley apartment is the Creekside Model at Riverpark starting at $2,699 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Friendly Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clarita Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at Lost Canyon1A 3X2.53BR,2.5BA$2.60
RiverparkCreekside3BR,2BA$2.57
River Ranch Townhomes & ApartmentsPlan B- 2 bed 2.5 bath2BR,2.5BA$2.55
Dronfield AstoriaPinto D23BR,2BA$2.71
Astoria Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.53
The TerracePlan D2BR,2BA$2.74
27504 Violin Canyon Rd, Unit 827504 Violin Canyon Rd1BR,1BA$2.37
Canyon Ridge1x1Ac T11BR,1BA$2.76
Canyon Country SeniorTwo Bed2BR,1BA$2.19
Canyon Club Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.80

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Clarita, and the greater Santa Clarita area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clarita Valley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Santa Clarita Valley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Clarita Valley is under $1,852.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Clarita Valley?

The cheapest apartment in Santa Clarita Valley is Castaic Lake Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,621, while the average apartment in Santa Clarita Valley costs $4,250.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Clarita Valley?

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 29 regular apartments in Santa Clarita Valley 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 Santa Clarita Valley?

Cheap apartments in Santa Clarita Valley have an average cost of $272 which is $3,978 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Clarita Valley.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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.

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