Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Alhambra Neighborhood of Alhambra, CA from $1,000 (39 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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South Curtis Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Curtis Apartments

404-410 S Curtis AveAlhambra, CA 91803
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30-34 N 1st Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

30-34 N 1st Street

34 N 1st StAlhambra, CA 91801
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931 S Atlantic Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

931 S Atlantic Blvd

931 S Atlantic BlvdAlhambra, CA 91803
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Marianne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marianne Apartments

112 E Alhambra RdAlhambra, CA 91801
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Stoneman Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneman Villa

221 N Stoneman AveAlhambra, CA 91801
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Huntington Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Palms

1600 W Huntington DrAlhambra, CA 91801
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307 Curtis
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

307 Curtis

315 N Curtis AveAlhambra, CA 91801

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Sunrise Villa Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Villa Apartments

920-1000 S Marguerita AveAlhambra, CA 91803
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121 Park St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

121 Park St

121 Park StAlhambra, CA 91801
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109 N Marguerita Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

109 N Marguerita Ave

109 N Marguerita AveAlhambra, CA 91801
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425FIRST
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

425FIRST

425 N 1st StAlhambra, CA 91801
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201 N Monterey St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 N Monterey St

201 N Monterey StAlhambra, CA 91801
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519 N Electric Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

519 N Electric Ave

519 N Electric AveAlhambra, CA 91801
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508-512 N Electric Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

508-512 N Electric Ave

508-512 N Electric AveAlhambra, CA 91801
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Jade Gardens Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jade Gardens Apartments

109 S Almansor AveAlhambra, CA 91801
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316 N Monterey St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

316 N Monterey St

316 N Monterey StAlhambra, CA 91801
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135 N 5th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

135 N 5th St

135 N 5th StAlhambra, CA 91801
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259 S San Marcos St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

259 S San Marcos St

259 S San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776

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311-319 San Marcos St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

311-319 San Marcos St

311-319 San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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245 San Marcos St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

245 San Marcos St

245 San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
Student Housing
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346 San Marcos St
2 Bedroom Apartments

346 San Marcos St

346 San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776

Downtown Alhambra, Alhambra, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Alhambra Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Alhambra area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Jade Gardens Apartments priced from $2,000. San Marino West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Downtown Alhambra apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jade Gardens Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,000
San Marino West1+11BR,1BA$2,025
Bay State Terrace1X11BR,1BA$2,220
216 Palmetto Dr2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2,295
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2,300
31 N Valencia StD2BR,2BA$2,400
South Olive ApartmentsOne Bedroom D1BR,1BA$2,569
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Alhambra, CA

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Alhambra 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 Downtown Alhambra 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 Downtown Alhambra apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
Jade Gardens Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.11
Bay State Terrace1X11BR,1BA$2.47
236 S Curtis Ave, Unit E236 S Curtis Ave2BR,2BA$3.64
216 Palmetto Dr2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.85
31 N Valencia StD2BR,2BA$3.00
San Marino West1+11BR,1BA$2.64
417 N Stoneman Ave, Unit E417 N Stoneman Ave2BR,1BA$2.97
316 N Monterey St, Unit D316 N Monterey St2BR,1BA$3.66

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Alhambra, Alhambra, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Alhambra Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Alhambra?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Alhambra is San Marino West which is listed at $2,025, while the average apartment in Downtown Alhambra costs $5,020.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Alhambra?

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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Alhambra that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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