Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sylmar, CA from $300 (144 Rentals)

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Olive Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Olive Manor

13115 Bromont AveSylmar, 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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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
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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13050 Dronfield Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

13050 Dronfield Ave

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

Glenhill Apartments

13811 Glenoaks BlvdSylmar, CA 91342
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Sylmar Villas Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sylmar Villas Apartments

15878 Larkspur StSylmar, 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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14021 Foothill Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14021 Foothill Blvd

14021 Foothill BlvdSylmar, CA 91342
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Dronfield Astoria
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dronfield Astoria

13140 Dronfield AveSylmar, CA 91342
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15520
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15520

15520 Foothill BlvdSylmar, CA 91342
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13910 Sayre St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

13910 Sayre St

13910 Sayre StSylmar, CA 91342
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Micasa Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Micasa Apartments

15155 Tyler StSylmar, CA 91342
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COSMO Residential
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

COSMO Residential

12455 San Fernando RdSylmar, CA 91342

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 15

16925 Knollwood Dr

Granada HillsCA91344

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sylmar, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
San Fernando$4,250$1,8996
Lake View Terrace$4,300$1,6508
North San Fernando Valley$9,000$800184
San Fernando Valley$9,000$1,10078

Cheapest Available Sylmar Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sylmar, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Arminta Square Apartments in the Antelope Valley neighborhood priced from $960. 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 Sylmar apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arminta Square ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$960
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,275
10042 Commerce AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
10075 Tujunga Canyon BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
Reflections at SepulvedaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500
Sun Valley ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Rockwood at the Cascades1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,571
Tujunga Pines0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
Laurel Canyon Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650
10418 Scoville Ave1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sylmar, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sylmar area is the $1.99 price per square foot 3BR 3 1/2 BA Model at 7341 Valmont St in the in the Crescenta Heights neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Sylmar apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes starting at $3,995 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sylmar apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7341 Valmont St3BR 3 1/2 BA3BR,3.5BA$1.99
Almeria Townhomes2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.54
Arminta Square ApartmentsFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$2.57
Glenoaks Villas2x2.5F-12072BR,2.5BA$2.57
Glenoaks Villas2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.57
Astoria Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.53
10560 Haddon Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.59
PINEWOOD PROPERTY2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.58
10225 Hillhaven Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.55
Vineland1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.42

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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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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 Devon Heights listed at $1,275.

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 $960 at Arminta Square Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sylmar Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sylmar Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arminta Square Apartments and starts from $2,287.

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