Cheap Homes for Rent in San Fernando Valley Neighborhood of Sylmar, CA from $1,200 (20 Rentals)

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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 $1,177. 13988-14000 Foothill Blvd 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Devon Heights0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,177
13988-14000 Foothill Blvd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Quattro ApartmentsEStudio,1BA$1,795
Rockwood at the Cascades1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,903
Astoria Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA

As of August 02, 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 B4- 2+2.5+Loft+Deck (Has built-in vanity table) Model at Almeria Townhomes starting at $3,695 with a $2.13 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 TownhomesB4- 2+2.5+Loft+Deck (Has built-in vanity table)2BR,2.5BA$2.13
20744 Bermuda St, Unit 120744 Bermuda St3BR,2BA$2.53
14215 Polk St, Unit 414215 Polk St6BR,3BA$2.55
Astoria Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.53
Vista Real Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.31
Dronfield AstoriaAlamitos D22BR,2BA$2.66
13988-14000 Foothill Blvd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06
11700 Glenoaks Blvd, Unit 311700 Glenoaks Blvd2BR,1BA$2.80
Olive View GardensOne Bed ~ One Bath1BR,1BA$2.86

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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 315 Apartments for Rent in San Fernando Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,177 to $6,200. There are also 141 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Fernando Valley ranging from $1,275 to $22,000.

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 $1,275 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,794.

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 $2,655 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,250 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,540 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,000.

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