
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Auto Row Neighborhood of Alhambra, CA from $1,000 (11 Rentals)
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Marianne Apartments
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1927 Fremont Ave

5648 Berkshire Dr, Unit C

1931 Fremont Ave

1308 Huntington Dr

1209 Pine St
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Auto Row, Alhambra, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auto Row?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Row Studio Apartments | $1,673 | $1,300 | $1,895 |
| Auto Row 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $1,895 | $2,569 |
| Auto Row 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $2,300 | $3,095 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Auto Row Neighborhood of Alhambra, CA.
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Cheapest Available Auto Row Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Auto Row area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Fremont priced from $1,895. Alhambra Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Auto Row apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fremont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Alhambra Gardens | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| mon930 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Evans Apartments | 1BD/1BTH Large | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Huntington Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auto Row, CA
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auto Row area is the $2.24 price per square foot 521 Upstairs Model at 521 N Marguerita Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Auto Row apartment is the 2 Bedroom - corner Model at Second Street Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auto Row apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Second Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom - corner | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 236 S Curtis Ave, Unit E | 236 S Curtis Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.64 |
| mon930 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Huntington Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| South Olive Apartments | One Bedroom D | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Fremont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auto Row Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auto Row?
The cheapest apartment in Auto Row is Alhambra Gardens which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Auto Row costs $2,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Auto Row?
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 3 regular apartments in Auto Row that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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