Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northridge, CA from $500 (46 Rentals)

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Malden Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Malden Apartments

18321 Malden StNorthridge, CA 91325
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Northridge Villa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northridge Villa

18521 Prairie StNorthridge, CA 91324
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Villa Verde Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Verde Apartments

10339 Zelzah AveNorthridge, CA 91326
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Reseda Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reseda Court

9600 Reseda BlvdNorthridge, CA 91324
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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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Mission Gateway
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Gateway

8811 Sepulveda BlvdNorth Hills, CA 91343
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Roscoe Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Roscoe Apartments

20006 Roscoe BlvdWinnetka, CA 91306
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Victoria Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Apartments

7817 Reseda BlvdReseda, CA 91335
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9232 Sepulveda Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

9232 Sepulveda Blvd

9232 Sepulveda BlvdNorth Hills, CA 91343
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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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Reflections at Sepulveda
1 Bedroom Apartments

Reflections at Sepulveda

10050 Sepulveda BlvdMission Hills, CA 91345
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Saticoy Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saticoy Manor

18535 Saticoy StReseda, CA 91335
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Chase Apartments
Studio Apartments

Chase Apartments

15526 Chase StNorth Hills, CA 91343
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20655 Sherman Way
Studio Apartments

20655 Sherman Way

20655 Sherman WayWinnetka, CA 91306
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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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Crossings on Amigo
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Crossings on Amigo

7251 Amigo AveReseda, CA 91335
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Devonshire Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Devonshire Apartments

16700-16716 Devonshire StGranada Hills, CA 91344
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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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Sun Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Pointe

15234 Sunburst StSan Fernando, CA 91343
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Vose apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vose apartments

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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Van Nuys-9216
Studio Apartments

Van Nuys-9216

9216 Van Nuys BlvdPanorama City, CA 91402
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7139 Hazeltine Ave
Studio Apartments

7139 Hazeltine Ave

7139 Hazeltine AveVan Nuys, CA 91405
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20326 Saticoy St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20326 Saticoy St

20326 Saticoy StWinnetka, CA 91306
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8743 Orion Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8743 Orion Ave

8743 Orion AveNorth Hills, CA 91343
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Villa Roscoe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Roscoe

14841 Roscoe BlvdPanorama City, CA 91402
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8719 Orion Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8719 Orion Ave

8719 Orion AveNorth Hills, CA 91343
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Lassen Apartments
Studio Apartments

Lassen Apartments

20929-21717 Lassen StChatsworth, CA 91311
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Northridge, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Northridge, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/08/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Northridge, 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 Northridge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Porter Ranch$4,025$1,12598

Cheapest Available Northridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Northridge, CA is a Studio unit found at Meridian Pointe Apartments in the North San Fernando Valley neighborhood priced from $1,175. 11611 Blucher Ave Granada Hills, CA 91344 in the North Hills East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,177. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meridian Pointe ApartmentsCSUN Student Studio Apartment with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$1,175
11611 Blucher Ave Granada Hills, CA 913440BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,177
8742 Orion0x1Studio,1BA$1,200
Van Nuys-9216STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,295
Diamond PointeStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
18407 Dearborn Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,475
Sun TerraceLarge Loft1BR,1BA$1,525
Tahitian Village ApartmentsTahitian Village - StudioStudio,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northridge, CA

As of April 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northridge area is the $1.69 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at La Croix Apartments in the in the West Van Nuys neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Northridge apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 6643 Haskell Avenue starting at $2,098 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Woodley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La Croix Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.69
6643 Haskell Avenue2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.66
Mountain View Manor Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.08
6651 Haskell Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.75
Gables East2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.00
Cohasset Luxury Apartments LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.90
Casa Bella Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.04
8530 Cedros Ave, Unit 3168530 Cedros Ave1BR,1BA$1.96
Latitude Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$2.22
Sun TerraceLarge Loft1BR,1BA$2.03

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Northridge Overview

Northridge, is located in the beautiful San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles County. Northridge has a little bit of everything for residents in all demographics. Whether you are looking for a bustling city with a top-notch university, a city with a spacious family center or are into outdoor activities, you will feel right at home in Northridge. Between beautiful weather, a thriving economy and affordable apartments in Northridge, this lovely Los Angeles locale has legitimate mass appeal. Apartments in Northridge provide quick and easy access to all the amenities of Los Angeles, are affordably priced and have much more space than most assume.

Why live in Northridge, CA?

Northridge is the perfect location for singles, retirees and those with kids. The area's elite schools, proximity to the major interstates, endless shopping opportunities and abundance of 5-star restaurants provide locals with all sorts of different options for fun under the sun. Speaking of the sun, Northridge receives plenty of it. It is a near guarantee that you will be able to step outside of your Northridge apartment any day of the year and go for a run, hike or bike ride without interference from mother nature. Above all, Northridge residents enjoy living in this area as it is in close proximity to employers throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

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Getting Around Northridge, CA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northridge Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northridge?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northridge is under $1,525.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northridge?

The cheapest apartment in Northridge is Sun Terrace which is listed at $1,525, while the average apartment in Northridge costs $4,025.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northridge?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 46 regular apartments in Northridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northridge?

Cheap apartments in Northridge have an average cost of $998 which is $3,027 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northridge.

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