Cheap Homes for Rent in Van Nuys, CA from $1,200 (151 Rentals)

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property at 6822 Ethel Ave

$1,245

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6822 Ethel Ave, Unit BR3

6822 Ethel Ave
North HollywoodCA91605

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property at 18435 Keswick St

$1,450

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$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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18435 Keswick St, Unit 4

18435 Keswick St
ResedaCA91335

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property at 13507 Victory Blvd

$1,500

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$1,500

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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13507 Victory Blvd

Los AngelesCA91401
property at 13507 Victory Blvd

$1,500

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$1,500

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13507 Victory Blvd

Los AngelesCA91401
property at 18241 Arminta St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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18241 Arminta St

ResedaCA91335
property at 6661 Enfield Ave

$1,560

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$1,560

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$1,560

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6661 Enfield Ave

ResedaCA91335

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property at 15169 Magnolia Blvd

$1,600

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$1,600

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15169 Magnolia Blvd, Unit B

15169 Magnolia Blvd
Sherman OaksCA91403
property at 6736 Woodley Ave

$1,695 - $1,995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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6736 Woodley Ave

Los AngelesCA91406

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property at 6640 Woodley Ave

$1,695 - $1,995

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6640 Woodley Ave

Los AngelesCA91406
property at 14217 Hatteras St

$1,699

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$1,699

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14217 Hatteras St

Van NuysCA91401
property at 15412 Kinzie St

$1,700

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$1,700

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15412 Kinzie St

North HillsCA91343

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Van Nuys, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Van Nuys, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/05/2026

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$1,305202

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. Laurel Cyn 6820 in the Antelope Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. 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
Laurel Cyn 68200BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,250
77 FortyfiveBachelorStudio,1BA$1,295
Tarzana CourtyardMedium StudioStudio,1BA$1,321
Victory ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,380
Terra Grande ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
5307 Sepulveda Blvd.0x1Studio,1BA$1,395
Diamond PointeStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Tahitian Village ApartmentsTahitian Village - StudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Van Nuys, CA

As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Van Nuys area is the $1.37 price per square foot 11685 Magnolia Blvd Model at 11685 Magnolia Blvd, Unit B in the in the Antelope Valley neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Van Nuys apartment is the 14315 Burbank Blvd Model at 14315 Burbank Blvd, Unit Half starting at $2,300 with a $1.53 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.
11685 Magnolia Blvd, Unit B11685 Magnolia Blvd2BR,1BA$1.37
14315 Burbank Blvd, Unit Half14315 Burbank Blvd1BR,1BA$1.53
13429 Vanowen St3Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.03
14746 Delano Stopen plan2BR,2BA$1.92
6310 Sylmar Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.80
4378 Sepulveda Blvd2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.96
6900 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Unit 3036900 Laurel Canyon Blvd2BR,2BA$2.02
6134 Woodman AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
7524 Sepulveda Blvd1/11BR,1BA$1.77
14410 Valerio St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Van Nuys

What type of rentals are currently available in Van Nuys?

There are currently 5680 Apartments for Rent in Van Nuys, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $60,000. There are also 822 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Van Nuys ranging from $1,200 to $95,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Van Nuys?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Van Nuys ranges from $1,200 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $15,805.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Van Nuys?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Van Nuys range from $2,350 to $10,194, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,595 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,986.

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