Cheap Apartments for Rent in Van Nuys, CA from $500 (242 Rentals)

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8014 Woodman Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8014 Woodman Ave

8014 Woodman AveVan Nuys, CA 91402
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13850 Victory Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

13850 Victory Blvd

13850 Victory BlvdVan Nuys, CA 91401
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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 Bedroom Apartments

14660 Delano St

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

14603 Delano St

14603 Delano StVan Nuys, CA 91411
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16016 Vanowen St
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
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6701 Haskell Ave

6701 Haskell AveVan Nuys, CA 91406
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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15705 Vose StVan 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
Studio Apartments

7139 Hazeltine Ave

7139 Hazeltine AveVan Nuys, CA 91405
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Vanowen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vanowen Apartments

15340-15344 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91406
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15507 Vanowen St
1 Bedroom Apartments

15507 Vanowen St

15507 Vanowen StVan Nuys, CA 91406
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Kestona Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kestona Apartments

6245 Kester AveVan Nuys, CA 91411
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14111 Delano St
1 Bedroom Apartments

14111 Delano St

14111 Delano StVan Nuys, CA 91401
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Sherman Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sherman Manor

15128 Sherman WayVan Nuys, CA 91405
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Burbank Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burbank Gardens

14033 Burbank BlvdVan Nuys, CA 91401
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Van Nuys, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

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$3,245$1,30584

Cheapest Available Van Nuys Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Van Nuys, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 14333 Friar Street in the Antelope Valley neighborhood priced from $940. Meridian Pointe Apartments in the North San Fernando Valley 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
14333 Friar Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$940
Meridian Pointe ApartmentsCSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$1,175
Laurel Cyn 68200BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,299
San Regis ApartmentsStudio (Bond)Studio,1BA$1,325
Summer Breeze ApartmentsExecutive StudioStudio,1BA$1,345
8742 Orion0x1Studio,1BA$1,350
Tarzana CourtyardMedium StudioStudio,1BA$1,361
Tahitian Village ApartmentsTahitian Village - StudioStudio,1BA$1,371
13354 Vanowen StStudio w/ KitchenStudio,1BA$1,375
Diamond PointeStudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Nuys, CA

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Van Nuys area is the $0.63 price per square foot 14431 1/2 Califa St Model at 14431 1/2 Califa St, Unit 14431 1.5 in the in the Antelope Valley neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Van Nuys apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 6643 Haskell Avenue starting at $2,498 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Woodley 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.
14431 1/2 Califa St, Unit 14431 1.514431 1/2 Califa St1BR,1BA$0.63
6643 Haskell Avenue3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.85
5036 Coldwater Canyon Ave, Unit 3055036 Coldwater Canyon Ave2BR,2BA$2.03
6651 Haskell Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.75
Casa Bella Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.86
Gables East2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.00
14149 Vanowen St, Unit 514149 Vanowen St1BR,1BA$1.76
Regency Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.83
14822 W Magnolia Blvd, Unit 10314822 W Magnolia Blvd1BR,1BA$1.76
14333 Friar Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.43

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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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Getting Around Van Nuys, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 Meridian Pointe 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 $940 at 14333 Friar Street.

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 $1,995 at 4335 Ventura Canyon Ave.

What is the most affordable Van Nuys Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Van Nuys Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 6643 Haskell Avenue and starts from $2,498.

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