Cheap Homes for Rent in the North San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $600 (31 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the North San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar.

property at 8827 Darby Ave

$650 - $1,675

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$650 - $1,675

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$650 - $1,675

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8827 Darby Ave

NorthridgeCA91325
property at 18206 Sunburst St

$650 - $925

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$650 - $925

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$650 - $925

1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Home for Rent

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18206 Sunburst St

NorthridgeCA91325
property at 8747 Canby Ave

$975 - $1,750

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$975 - $1,750

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$975 - $1,750

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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8747 Canby Ave

NorthridgeCA91325

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property at 13591 Brownell St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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13591 Brownell St

San FernandoCA91340
property at 8759 Tobias Ave

$1,595 - $2,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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8759 Tobias Ave

Los AngelesCA91402
property at 8221 Foothill Blvd

$1,600

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$1,600

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8221 Foothill Blvd

SunlandCA91040

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property at 15412 Kinzie St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15412 Kinzie St

North HillsCA91343
property at 15838 Chatsworth St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15838 Chatsworth St

Los AngelesCA91344

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property at 756 Harps St

$1,900

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$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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756 Harps St, Unit 756 ADU

756 Harps St
San FernandoCA91340
property at 17554 Labrador St

$1,950

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$1,950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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17554 Labrador St

Los AngelesCA91325

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North San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA Local Guide

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. 9121 Orion Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable North San Fernando Valley apartments for rent in Sylmar, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rose ApartmentsCSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$1,175
9121 Orion AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Northridge Nexus Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,350
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,374
820 Glenoaks Apartmentsga-sStudio,1BA$1,425
Lassen Carriage House LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,475
Reflections at SepulvedaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500
Independence Plaza Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,585
Sylmar ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1,592

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North San Fernando Valley, CA

As of August 02, 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 2 Bedroom Model at Mountain View Manor Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Chatsworth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North San Fernando Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Osborne3b3b Townhome3BR,3BA$2.07
Mountain View Manor Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.00
18400 Prairie Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.00
Woodley PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.04
Sylmar ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.34
Gables East2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.00
Sunland Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.88
10418 Scoville Ave2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.08
15444-15454 Chatsworth St.1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom. 0 Half1BR,1BA$1.83
Northridge Nexus Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about North San Fernando Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in North San Fernando Valley?

There are currently 1147 Apartments for Rent in North San Fernando Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,040 to $6,800. There are also 217 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North San Fernando Valley ranging from $650 to $28,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North San Fernando Valley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North San Fernando Valley ranges from $650 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,158.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North San Fernando Valley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North San Fernando Valley range from $2,700 to $4,734, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,550.

Expert Rental Resources

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