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14228 Tiara St, Unit 2
$1,450
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14228 Tiara St, Unit 2

14228 Tiara StVan Nuys, CA 91401
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6717 Fulton Ave, Unit 2
$1,700
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6717 Fulton Ave, Unit 2

6717 Fulton AveVan Nuys, CA 91401
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13850 Victory Blvd
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13850 Victory Blvd

13850 Victory BlvdVan Nuys, CA 91401
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6937 Hazeltine Ave
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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
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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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15938 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91406
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The Aventine Apartments
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The Aventine Apartments

14400 Vose StVan Nuys, CA 91405
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7139 Hazeltine Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7139 Hazeltine Ave

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

Pricing Updated: 07/21/2026

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$3,950$1,345180

Cheapest Available Van Nuys Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Van Nuys, CA is a Studio unit found at 6326 Coldwater Cyn in the Antelope Valley neighborhood priced from $1,100. The Rose Apartments in the Northridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Van Nuys apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
6326 Coldwater Cyn0x1Studio,1BA$1,100
The Rose ApartmentsCSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$1,175
Villas Las Americas4 bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1,241
9121 Orion AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Royal Sepulveda Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,370
Tarzana CourtyardMedium StudioStudio,1BA$1,371
La MarquesaSingleStudio,1BA$1,400
14716 Magnolia BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Terrace Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Nuys, CA

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Van Nuys area is the $1.52 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Fulton Terrace Apartments in the in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Van Nuys apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at 11641 Valley Spring Lane Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Studio City 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.
Fulton Terrace ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.52
11641 Valley Spring Lane Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.96
5235 Kester Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.89
Villas Las Americas4 bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.00
6651 Haskell Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.62
6310 Sylmar Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.59
Sylmar ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.34
14332 Riverside Drive,1x11BR,1BA$1.93
The Lorraine Apartments1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.99
6326 Coldwater Cyn0x1Studio ,1BA$1.83

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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 6326 Coldwater Cyn listed at $1,100.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Van Nuys Apartment is $1,497 at 7524 Sepulveda Blvd.

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 $1,695 at Latitude Apartments.

What is the most affordable Van Nuys Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Van Nuys Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sylmar Apartments and starts from $1,592.

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