
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (205 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar.


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Foothill

Olive Manor

El Dorado Apartments

Foothill Vista

Dronfield Apartments

Vista Crest

Los Robles Apartments

Foothill Village Apartments
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13050 Dronfield Ave

Glenhill Apartments

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13988-14000 Foothill Blvd

Sylmar Villas Apartments

Astoria Oaks Apartments

14021 Foothill Blvd

15520

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8827 Darby Ave
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18206 Sunburst St

18140 Nordhoff St

15234 La Valle St

8747 Canby Ave

19709 Gresham St

15705 Noga Way

The Rose Apartments

Summer View Apartment Homes

8800 Burnet Ave

6456 Menlo St
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17101 Tulsa St

9111 Telfair Ave

Parkside Villa Apartments

9121 Orion Ave

Devon Heights

8815 Van Nuys Blvd

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15555 Parthenia St, Unit 120

15733 Forge Pl

19036 Plummer St

9929 Sepulveda Blvd
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Lassen Carriage House LLC

19122 Clymer St

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19124 Clymer St, Unit A

13591 Brownell St

17014 Calahan St

Southwest Pointe Apartments

Reflections at Sepulveda

Parthenia Terrace Apartments

Heights on Superior

Casa Patrina Apartments
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North San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North San Fernando Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North San Fernando Valley Studio Apartments | $1,807 | $1,175 | $2,585 |
| North San Fernando Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| North San Fernando Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,864 | $1,850 | $4,500 |
| North San Fernando Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,830 | $2,700 | $4,782 |
| North San Fernando Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,750 | $2,550 | $6,800 |
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There are currently 205 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA.
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Cheapest Available North San Fernando Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar, CA is a Studio unit found at The Rose Apartments priced from $1,175. Villas Las Americas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,241. Here are the most affordable North San Fernando Valley apartments for rent in Sylmar, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose Apartments | CSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Villas Las Americas | 4 bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1,241 |
| 9121 Orion Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| 820 Glenoaks Apartments | ga-s | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Lassen Carriage House LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Reflections at Sepulveda | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Parthenia Terrace Apartments | Single | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North San Fernando Valley, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North San Fernando Valley area is the $2.07 price per square foot 3b3b Townhome Model at Osborne in the in the Pacoima neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value North San Fernando Valley apartment is the 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath Model at Variel Townhomes starting at $3,150 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Canoga Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North San Fernando Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne | 3b3b Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.07 |
| Variel Townhomes | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Villas Las Americas | 4 bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Mountain View Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Woodley Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Sylmar Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Gables East | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Sunland Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| 10418 Scoville Ave | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 18400 Prairie Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Best Local Schools in North San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA
El Dorado Avenue Elementary
John F. Kennedy High
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including North San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, and the greater Sylmar area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North San Fernando Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North San Fernando Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North San Fernando Valley is under $1,508.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North San Fernando Valley?
The cheapest apartment in North San Fernando Valley is Reflections at Sepulveda which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in North San Fernando Valley costs $6,199.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North San Fernando 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 66 regular apartments in North San Fernando 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 North San Fernando Valley?
Cheap apartments in North San Fernando Valley have an average cost of $300 which is $5,899 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North San Fernando Valley.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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