
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (70 Rentals)
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Bradley Luxury Living

Foothill

Rockwood at the Cascades

Astoria Apartments

Olive View Gardens

Dronfield Astoria

Olive Manor

El Dorado Apartments

Foothill Vista
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Dronfield Apartments

Vista Crest

Los Robles Apartments

Foothill Village Apartments

13050 Dronfield Ave

Glenhill Apartments

13988-14000 Foothill Blvd

Sylmar Villas Apartments

14021 Foothill Blvd

Astoria Oaks Apartments
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Dronfield Astoria

15520

13910 Sayre St

Micasa Apartments

18000 San Fernando Mission Blvd

Devon Heights

Parkside Villa Apartments

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 8

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 12

333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 7
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333 N Brand Blvd, Unit 20

CPA - Casa Patrina

15500 Foothill Blvd, Unit 28

15500 Foothill Blvd, Unit 31

10868 Balboa Blvd

13453 1/4 Filmore St, Unit 13457 1/2

11700 Glenoaks Blvd

17875 Orna Dr

13794 Marchant Ave

13794 Marchant Ave
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12360 Jolette Ave

15838 Chatsworth St

The Lodge at Porter Ranch Apartments

14643 Chatsworth St

613 Pico St

Sayre Apartments

Hansen Village

La Graciela

Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes

Pierce Park
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San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Fernando Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Fernando Valley Studio Apartments | $1,536 | $1,275 | $2,783 |
| San Fernando Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $1,646 | $3,561 |
| San Fernando Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,974 | $1,800 | $4,784 |
| San Fernando Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $2,881 | $4,994 |
| San Fernando Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,867 | $3,754 | $5,312 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA.
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Cheapest Available San Fernando Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes priced from $1,072. Devon Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable 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 |
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Bradley Luxury Living | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,646 |
| Parkside Villa Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Foothill | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Rockwood at the Cascades | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,706 |
| 11700 Glenoaks Blvd | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Astoria Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| Olive View Gardens | One Bed ~ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| 15520 | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Fernando Valley area is the $2.74 price per square foot 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Townhouse Plan 4 Model at Solaterra Granada Hills in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $4,967. The second greatest value San Fernando Valley apartment is the B5- 2+2.5 (Has Kitchen Island) Model at Almeria Townhomes starting at $3,395 with a $1.93 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solaterra Granada Hills | 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Townhouse Plan 4 | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.74 |
| Almeria Townhomes | B5- 2+2.5 (Has Kitchen Island) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.93 |
| 17211 Chatsworth Street | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Glenoaks Villas | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Astoria Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Dronfield Astoria | Pinnacles D2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Rockwood at the Cascades | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Parkside Villa Apartments | 2E | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Olive View Gardens | One Bed ~ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA
Herrick Avenue Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Fernando Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Fernando Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Fernando Valley is at Devon Heights listed at $1,275.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Fernando Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Fernando Valley Apartment is $1,072 at Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Fernando Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Fernando Valley is starting from $1,274 at Seasons at Simi Valley Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable San Fernando Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Fernando Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Welcome to The A — Where Luxury Lives! and starts from $2,979.
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