
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garfield Avenue Neighborhood of Alhambra, CA from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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South Olive Apartments

Alhambra Gardens

113-13 E Linda Vista Ave

911 S Marguerita Ave

1618-1618 S Atlantic Blvd

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909 S 2nd St, Unit A

South Curtis Apartments
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30-34 N 1st Street

931 S Atlantic Blvd

Stoneman Villa

15 E Los Higos St

307 Curtis

312 N Atlantic Blvd

318 N Electric Ave

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168 S Monterey St

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121 Park St

109 N Marguerita Ave

201 N Monterey St

519 N Electric Ave

Valley Manor Apartments
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508-512 N Electric Ave

Jade Gardens Apartments

135 N 5th St

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S Chapel Ave

229 N Electric Ave

15 E Los Higos St

311-319 San Marcos St
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346 San Marcos St
Garfield Avenue, Alhambra, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garfield Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garfield Avenue Studio Apartments | $2,988 | $1,779 | $3,688 |
| Garfield Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,041 | $1,895 | $3,514 |
| Garfield Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,330 | $1,900 | $5,268 |
| Garfield Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,472 | $6,058 | $6,858 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Garfield Avenue Neighborhood of Alhambra, CA.
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Cheapest Available Garfield Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garfield Avenue area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 307 Curtis priced from $1,700. South Olive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,779. Here are the most affordable Garfield Avenue apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 307 Curtis | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| South Olive Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
| Alhambra Gardens | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Bay State Terrace | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| pal216 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,345 |
| 88 at Alhambra Place | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield Avenue, CA
As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garfield Avenue area is the $2.55 price per square foot 504 S Granada Ave Model at 504 S Granada Ave, Unit B in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Garfield Avenue apartment is the 521 Upstairs Model at 521 N Marguerita Ave starting at $2,300 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garfield Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 504 S Granada Ave, Unit B | 504 S Granada Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Alhambra Gardens | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| pal216 | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| Bay State Terrace | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 220 Marguerita Ave, Unit B | 220 Marguerita Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| 1823 S 5th St, Unit APT #A | 1823 S 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 909 S 2nd St, Unit A | 909 S 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 88 at Alhambra Place | Plan SA | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
| 307 Curtis | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garfield Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Garfield Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Garfield Avenue is under $2,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garfield Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in Garfield Avenue is 307 Curtis which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Garfield Avenue costs $6,558.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garfield Avenue?
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 5 regular apartments in Garfield Avenue 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 Garfield Avenue?
Cheap apartments in Garfield Avenue have an average cost of $175 which is $6,383 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garfield Avenue.
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