Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (14 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
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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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Sayre Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sayre Apartments

13922 Sayre StLos Angeles, CA 91342
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Hansen Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hansen Village

11821 Foothill BlvdLos Angeles, CA 91342
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La Graciela
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Graciela

101 Park AveSan Fernando, CA 91340
Senior Living
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Pierce Park
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pierce Park

12700 Van Nuys BlvdPacoima, CA 91331
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Casa Bien Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Bien Apartments

12747 Mercer StPacoima, CA 91331
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San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Fernando Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar, CA is a Studio unit found at Devon Heights priced from $1,195. 13910 Sayre St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,691. Here are the most affordable San Fernando Valley apartments for rent in Sylmar, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,195
13910 Sayre St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,691
820 Glenoaks Apartmentsga1+11BR,1BA$1,755
Foothill1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
11700 Glenoaks Blvd2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Fernando Valley area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at 11518 Lyster Ave Fully Furnished in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value San Fernando Valley apartment is the 3BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes starting at $3,795 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Fernando Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11518 Lyster Ave Fully Furnished3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$2.75
Almeria Townhomes3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$2.42
17211 Chatsworth Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.56
19548 Los Alimos St, Unit 1954619548 Los Alimos St2BR,1.5BA$2.81
Astoria Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.53
Vista Real Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.37
Granada Court2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.82
Quattro ApartmentsC2BR,2BA$2.82
Olive View GardensOne Bed ~ One Bath1BR,1BA$2.86
Dronfield AstoriaSierra D21BR,1BA$2.77

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood in Sylmar, CA

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Fernando Valley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in San Fernando Valley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Fernando Valley is under $1,887.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Fernando Valley?

The cheapest apartment in San Fernando Valley is 13910 Sayre St which is listed at $1,691, while the average apartment in San Fernando Valley costs $10,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 12 regular apartments in 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 San Fernando Valley?

Cheap apartments in San Fernando Valley have an average cost of $318 which is $9,682 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Fernando Valley.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.