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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 |
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Cheap Sylmar Studio Apartments | $1,404 | $1,177 | $1,700 |
Cheap Sylmar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $1,650 | $2,229 |
Cheap Sylmar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $2,095 | $3,300 |
Cheap Sylmar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,367 | $2,499 | $4,000 |
Cheap Sylmar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,126 | $3,125 | $4,797 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sylmar, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Sylmar, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sylmar Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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San Fernando | $3,800 | $1,700 | 9 |
Lake View Terrace | $4,797 | $1,550 | 10 |
North San Fernando Valley | $6,050 | $1,145 | 340 |
San Fernando Valley | $6,050 | $1,177 | 78 |
Cheapest Available Sylmar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sylmar, CA is a Studio unit found at Devon Heights in the North Hills East neighborhood priced from $1,177. Ally's Flower Apartments in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sylmar apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,177 |
Ally's Flower Apartments | Studio 2 style | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
820 Glenoaks Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Sunland Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Sherman Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sylmar, CA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sylmar area is the $1.99 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Sylmar apartment is the 3b3b Townhome Model at Osborne starting at $3,168 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the San Fernando Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sylmar apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Almeria Townhomes | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.99 |
Osborne | 3b3b Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.05 |
Astoria Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
13988-14000 Foothill Blvd | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
Canyon Crest | 2x2AC T1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
Olive View Gardens | Two Bed ~ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Rockwood at the Cascades | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
Dronfield Astoria | Trinity D1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Glenoaks Villas | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Sunland Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
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Sylmar Overview
For those who are looking for a beautiful town situated on the West Coast of the United States to call home, Sylmar, CA might be the answer. This is a gorgeous suburb of Los Angeles in CA and sits in the San Fernando Valley. It sits on the northern edge of LA and is known for its beautiful sylvan olive orchards. If you are looking for apartments in Sylmar, CA, then take a closer look at some of the helpful information below and find your Sylmar apartments here!
Why live in Sylmar, CA?
There are several reasons why so many people have decided to move to Sylmar, CA to call this place home. First, the weather is relatively consistent. It is hot during the summer but doesn?t get that cold during the winter. Second, there is a healthy job market in LA, so it is easy to find work. On the other hand, the cost of living in Sylmar, CA is lower than that of LA, providing people with more flexibility. Finally, the traffic in Sylmar, CA is also a lot lighter than LA. This is a great way for people to enjoy everything that LA has to offer without having to deal with the traffic and the high cost of living on a regular basis.
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Getting Around Sylmar, CA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sylmar Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sylmar?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sylmar is under $1,915.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sylmar?
The cheapest apartment in Sylmar is Sunland Park Apartments which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Sylmar costs $5,174.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sylmar?
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 37 regular apartments in Sylmar 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 Sylmar?
Cheap apartments in Sylmar have an average cost of $381 which is $4,793 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sylmar.
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