Cheap Homes for Rent in San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $1,100 (26 Rentals)

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

property at 11326 Reseda Blvd

$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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11326 Reseda Blvd

Porter RanchCA91326
property at 18000 San Fernando Mission Blvd

$1,200

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$1,200

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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 15071 La Mesa St

$1,400

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15071 La Mesa St

SylmarCA91342
property at 17095 Kingsbury St

$1,595 - $2,850

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17095 Kingsbury St

Los AngelesCA91344

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property at 14643 Chatsworth St

$2,200

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14643 Chatsworth St

Mission HillsCA91345

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 $1,275. Parkside Villa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable San Fernando Valley apartments for rent in Sylmar, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,275
Parkside Villa Apartments1D1BR,1BA$1,650
Foothill1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
11700 Glenoaks Blvd2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,800
Dronfield AstoriaEcho A11BR,1BA$1,880
Astoria Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,915
Kingsbury Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,938
17211 Chatsworth Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,948
The Lodge at Porter Ranch Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Fernando Valley area is the $2.54 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Almeria Townhomes in the in the San Fernando Valley neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value San Fernando Valley apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 17211 Chatsworth Street starting at $1,948 with a $1.56 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.
Almeria Townhomes2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.54
17211 Chatsworth Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.56
Glenoaks Villas2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.57
Astoria Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.53
Welcome to The A — Where Luxury Lives!3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$3.15
10914 Columbus Ave, Unit 110914 Columbus Ave2BR,1BA$2.94
Parkside Villa Apartments2E2BR,2BA$2.80
Kingsbury Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Olive View GardensOne Bed ~ One Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Dronfield AstoriaEcho A11BR,1BA$2.75

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San Fernando Valley, Sylmar, CA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Fernando Valley

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

There are currently 311 Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,275 to $6,005. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Fernando Valley ranging from $1,100 to $16,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Fernando Valley ranges from $1,100 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,214.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Fernando Valley range from $2,736 to $5,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,754.

Expert Rental Resources

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