
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the San Fernando Valley area of Sylmar.


El Dorado Apartments

Foothill Vista

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Devon Heights

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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 | $1,523 | $1,195 | $2,511 |
| San Fernando Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $1,695 | $3,080 |
| San Fernando Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,800 | $3,715 |
| San Fernando Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,511 | $2,542 | $3,996 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 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 Studio unit found at Devon Heights priced from $1,195. Foothill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable San Fernando Valley apartments for rent in Sylmar, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Foothill | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Dronfield Astoria | Sierra D2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,714 |
| CPA - Casa Patrina | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Parkside Villa Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Fernando Valley area is the $2.42 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value San Fernando Valley apartment is the B3 Model at IMT Summerset Village starting at $2,955 with a $2.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almeria Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.42 |
| IMT Summerset Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Rockwood at the Cascades | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Astoria Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Vista Real Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Granada Court | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 13108 Mercer St, Unit 13108 | 13108 Mercer St | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Olive View Gardens | One Bed ~ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Dronfield Astoria | Echo A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Parkside Villa Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA
Herrick Avenue Elementary
John F. Kennedy High
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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 $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Fernando Valley?
The cheapest apartment in San Fernando Valley is Foothill which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in San Fernando Valley costs $3,650.
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 9 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 $301 which is $3,349 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Fernando Valley.
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