
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (193 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar.


Bradley Luxury Living

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

13988-14000 Foothill Blvd

Sylmar Villas Apartments

Astoria Oaks Apartments

14021 Foothill Blvd

DRONFIELD MOUNTAIN VIEW I

15520

18206 Sunburst St

9511 Corbin Ave
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18140 Nordhoff St

10951 Laurel Canyon Blvd

8747 Canby Ave

9745 Reseda Blvd

19709 Gresham St

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20013 Lassen St, Unit Room 1

13355 Harding St

14502 Osborne St

The Rose Apartments

Summer View Apartment Homes
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6456 Menlo St

18427 Vincennes St, Unit 5

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 7

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 8

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 20

9111 Telfair Ave

Parkside Villa Apartments

Devon Heights

13035 San Fernando Rd

9743 Reseda Blvd #3, Unit Master suite
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Aqua South

Vera

Southwest Pointe Apartments

Reflections at Sepulveda

8809 Etiwanda Ave

Heights on Superior

Casa Patrina Apartments

Mission Gateway

9121 Orion Ave

8742 Orion
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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 | $1,859 | $1,175 | $2,537 |
| North San Fernando Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $1,075 | $3,300 |
| North San Fernando Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $1,195 | $4,500 |
| North San Fernando Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $2,700 | $4,713 |
| North San Fernando Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,418 | $1,605 | $6,800 |
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There are currently 193 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 1 Bed unit found at Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes priced from $1,072. The Rose Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable North San Fernando Valley apartments for rent in Sylmar, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,072 |
| 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 |
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Aqua South | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Vera | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Reflections at Sepulveda | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Heights on Superior | Co-Living Junior | Studio, | $1,530 |
| 9121 Orion Ave | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 8742 Orion | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North San Fernando Valley, CA
As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the North San Fernando Valley area is the $1.90 price per square foot B5- 2+2.5 (Has Kitchen Island) Model at Almeria Townhomes in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value North San Fernando Valley apartment is the Floor Plan A Model at Superior Place Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the North San Fernando Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almeria Townhomes | B5- 2+2.5 (Has Kitchen Island) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.90 |
| Superior Place Apartments | Floor Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Osborne | 3b3b Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $2.07 |
| 18400 Prairie Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Villas Las Americas | 4 bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 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 |
| Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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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 $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North San Fernando Valley?
The cheapest apartment in North San Fernando Valley is Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,072, 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 45 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 $259 which is $5,940 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North San Fernando Valley.
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