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14319 Tiara St, Unit 2
$1,500
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14319 Tiara StVan Nuys, CA 91401
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14228 Tiara St, Unit 2
$1,650
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14228 Tiara St, Unit 2

14228 Tiara StVan Nuys, CA 91401
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13850 Victory Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

13850 Victory Blvd

13850 Victory BlvdVan Nuys, CA 91401
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6937 Hazeltine Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6937 Hazeltine Ave

6937 Hazeltine AveVan Nuys, CA 91405

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6857 Haskell Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6857 Haskell Ave

6857 Haskell AveVan Nuys, CA 91406
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14660 Delano St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14660 Delano St

14660 Delano StVan Nuys, CA 91411
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14603 Delano St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14603 Delano St

14603 Delano StVan Nuys, CA 91411
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16016 Vanowen St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

16016 Vanowen St

16016 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91406
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8080 Langdon Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8080 Langdon Ave

8080 Langdon AveVan Nuys, CA 91406
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6701 Haskell Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6701 Haskell Ave

6701 Haskell AveVan Nuys, CA 91406
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The Aventine Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Aventine Apartments

14400 Vose StVan Nuys, CA 91405
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7139 Hazeltine Ave
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7139 Hazeltine Ave

7139 Hazeltine AveVan Nuys, CA 91405
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Van Nuys, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/06/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Van Nuys, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Van Nuys Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lake Balboa$3,599$1,295196

Cheapest Available Van Nuys Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Van Nuys, CA is a Studio unit found at The Rose Apartments in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood priced from $1,175. 77 Fortyfive in the Antelope Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Van Nuys apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rose ApartmentsCSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$1,175
77 FortyfiveBachelorStudio,1BA$1,295
Laurel Cyn 68200BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
Heritage Park at Woodman (Senior 55+)Studio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,300
14716 Magnolia BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Gorgeous 2 Bed/2 bath apartment in excellent Sherman Oaks area!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395
Sepulveda Manhattan ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
The ShermanUnit #1 (Studio)Studio,1BA$1,445
Tahitian Village ApartmentsTahitian Village - StudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Nuys, CA

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Van Nuys area is the $1.90 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Jaclyn Terrace Apartments in the in the Antelope Valley neighborhood starting from $3,521. The second greatest value Van Nuys apartment is the 11685 Magnolia Blvd Model at 11685 Magnolia Blvd, Unit B starting at $2,395 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Antelope Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Van Nuys apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Jaclyn Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.90
11685 Magnolia Blvd, Unit B11685 Magnolia Blvd2BR,1BA$1.37
Superior Place ApartmentsFloor Plan A2BR,2BA$1.58
4432 Coldwater Canyon2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.84
The New Yorker2 BD 2BT Low Income2BR,2BA$1.54
Delano Townhomesopen plan2BR,2BA$1.92
6651 Haskell Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.71
6310 Sylmar Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.76
Park Fulton2 Bed + 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.90
7524 Sepulveda Blvd1/11BR,1BA$1.77

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Van Nuys Overview

Van Nuys is in theáSan Fernando Valley, bordered by other popular neighborhoods such as Panorama City and Sherman Oaks. You'll find Southern California apartments in Van Nuys that are part of a diverse and affordable area just outside of Los Angeles. Van Nuys apartments are only 20 miles away from Hollywood and Downtown LA. And the San Diego Freeway (405 Fwy) goes right through the middle of town, offering access to areas throughout the Valley and beyond.

Why live in Van Nuys, CA?

If you're looking for lower rental prices, Van Nuys apartments offer a solid choice. The population is diverse, with young single career people, seniors, and families. With better transportation options than you had in the past, Van Nuys is a good place to get a start in Southern California. There's plenty of shopping, great places to eat, and an affordable place for movie industry professionals too.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Van Nuys Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Van Nuys?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Van Nuys is at The Rose Apartments listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Nuys Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Nuys Apartment is $1,500 at Reflections at Barbara Ann.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Van Nuys Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Van Nuys is starting from $1,873 at The New Yorker.

What is the most affordable Van Nuys Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Van Nuys Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodman Plaza and starts from $2,350.

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