
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (68 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar.


El Dorado Apartments

Foothill Vista

Dronfield Apartments

Vista Crest

Los Robles Apartments

Foothill Village Apartments

13050 Dronfield Ave

15708 Rayen St

The Rose Apartments
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Devon Heights

Summer View Apartment Homes

9121 Orion Ave

8742 Orion

Parkside Villa Apartments

8750 Topanga Canyon Blvd

15555 Parthenia St, Unit 120

Parthenia Apartments

Heights on Superior

Southwest Pointe Apartments
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Mission Gateway

Asturias Senior Apartments

Sayre Apartments

Osborne Gardens

Hansen Village

9232 Sepulveda Blvd

Valley Townhomes Apartments

La Graciela

Cantabria Senior Apartments

Northridge Villa
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Burns Manor Apartments

8708 Owensmouth Ave

Sun Pointe

Villa Verde Apartments

10317-10319 Jordan Ave

Lassen Apartments

8719 Orion Ave

8743 Orion Ave

Reseda Court

Ashwood Court Apartments
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Pierce Park

Chatsworth Gardens West

Halstead Manor

White Oak Lassen Apartments

Nordhoff Apartments

Canoga Plaza Apartments

15240 Nordhoff St

Zelzah Avenue Apartments

Nordhoff Apartments

Halsted Palms 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 | $1,842 | $1,175 | $2,520 |
| North San Fernando Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $1,040 | $3,300 |
| North San Fernando Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $1,180 | $3,734 |
| North San Fernando Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,925 | $2,542 | $5,574 |
| North San Fernando Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,585 | $3,804 |
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There are currently 68 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. Devon Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. 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 |
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 8742 Orion | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Zelzah Avenue Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 10520 Balboa Blvd. | Studio with Pool & Amenities in Granada Hills! | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Heights on Superior | Co-Living Junior | Studio, | $1,499 |
| 9121 Orion Ave | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Sunland Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Vintage Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North San Fernando Valley, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the North San Fernando Valley area is the $1.95 price per square foot C1 Model at IMT Belasera at Superior in the in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value North San Fernando Valley apartment is the 3b3b Townhome Model at Osborne starting at $3,295 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the San Fernando Gardens 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMT Belasera at Superior | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Osborne | 3b3b Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.13 |
| Glenoaks Villas | 2x2.5F-1296 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.28 |
| Mountain View Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| 18400 Prairie Street | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Rockwood at the Cascades | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Sunset Terrace Apartments Homes | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Vista Real Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Ensemble at Northridge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Woodside Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
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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 $1,599.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North San Fernando Valley?
The cheapest apartment in North San Fernando Valley is Sunland Park Apartments which is listed at $1,550, 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 49 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 $338 which is $5,861 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North San Fernando Valley.
Expert Rental Resources
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