
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Sylmar, CA from $1,500 (111 Rentals)


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Dronfield Astoria

Olive View Gardens

Olive Manor

El Dorado Apartments

Foothill Vista

Vista Crest

Los Robles Apartments
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Foothill Village Apartments

13050 Dronfield Ave

Glenhill Apartments

13988-14000 Foothill Blvd

Sylmar Villas Apartments

Astoria Oaks Apartments

14021 Foothill Blvd

Dronfield Astoria

15520

10028 San Fernando Rd
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Reflections at Sepulveda

10424-10425 Parr Ave

10256 McClemont Ave

7147 Greeley St., Tujunga

7766 Wyngate St

10285 Tujunga Canyon Blvd, Unit 205

10639 Fitzroy Ave, Unit UNIT D

10639 Fitzroy Ave, Unit UNIT B

13453 1/4 Filmore St, Unit 13457 1/2

Sun Valley Apartments
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10210 Mountair Ave., Tujunga

8541 Foothill Blvd., Sunland

Tivoli Gardens Apartment

14255 Tyler St, Unit 105

7529 Foothill Blvd

10560 Haddon Ave

11700 Glenoaks Blvd

Sherman Grove Apartments

8206 Wheatland Ave

10225 Hillhaven Ave
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6810 Foothill Blvd

Tujunga Pines

Arminta South

Laurel Canyon Apartments

6901 Valmont St

10107 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Unit 10107

14860 Envoy St

10022 Kester Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

10259 Tujunga Canyon Blvd

7649 Beckett St
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Sylmar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sylmar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylmar Studio Apartments | $1,538 | $1,275 | $2,000 |
| Sylmar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,500 | $2,586 |
| Sylmar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $960 | $3,995 |
| Sylmar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,625 | $2,681 | $6,950 |
| Sylmar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,796 | $3,300 | $7,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sylmar Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sylmar?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sylmar is at Reflections at Sepulveda listed at $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sylmar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sylmar Apartment is $1,500 at Reflections at Sepulveda.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sylmar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sylmar is starting from $1,500 at Reflections at Sepulveda.
What is the most affordable Sylmar Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sylmar Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Reflections at Sepulveda and starts from $1,500.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.