Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $300 (14 Rentals)
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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 | $1,432 | $1,195 | $1,885 |
| San Fernando Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $1,500 | $3,520 |
| San Fernando Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $1,800 | $3,993 |
| San Fernando Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,779 | $2,390 | $5,500 |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devon Heights | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 13910 Sayre St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,691 |
| 820 Glenoaks Apartments | ga1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| Foothill | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 11700 Glenoaks Blvd | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11518 Lyster Ave Fully Furnished | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Almeria Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.42 |
| 17211 Chatsworth Street | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 19548 Los Alimos St, Unit 19546 | 19548 Los Alimos St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| 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 | $2.82 |
| Quattro Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Olive View Gardens | One Bed ~ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Dronfield Astoria | Sierra D2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA
Herrick Avenue Elementary
John F. Kennedy High
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
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