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119 S Curtis Ave

3403 City Terrace Drive

1927 Fremont Ave

1253 N Rowan Ave, Unit 1/4

5648 Berkshire Dr, Unit 5646-A
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101 S Cordova St, Unit Apt 7

5328 Almont St

910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

6024 Monterey Rd, Unit 307

3852 1/2 City Terrace Dr

3331 1/2 City Terrace Dr
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2321 Highbury Ave, Unit 55

4010-4014 Rockwood St, Unit 0.75

329 N Chapel Ave, Unit B

429 N Garfield Ave

413 Everett Ave

8136 Constance St, Unit 8134
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1811 Huntington Dr

3427 Pomeroy St

211 W Fairview Ave, Unit Duplicate of C

4688 Huntington Dr S, Unit 101

999 Locust St, Unit 17

919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 6
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2311 El Paseo

101 S Cordova St, Unit #3

1527 S Palm Ave
Alhambra, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Alhambra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alhambra 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,914 | $1,800 | $4,850 |
| Alhambra 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,002 | $1,100 | $8,950 |
| Alhambra 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,045 | $3,350 | $10,000+ |
| Alhambra 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,499 | $5,000 | $5,999 |
| Alhambra 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Alhambra Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alhambra, CA is a Studio unit found at 439 S Catalina St in the Wilshire Center neighborhood priced from $1,350. Emerald Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alhambra apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 439 S Catalina St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 2705 W Ramona Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 425 S 6th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Woodbridge Village Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Evans Apartments | Jr Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Eastern Manor | One bedroom One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| South Olive Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alhambra, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alhambra area is the $2.50 price per square foot Villa Model at Atlantic Times Square in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Alhambra apartment is the 126 W Emerson Ave Model at 126 W Emerson Ave, Unit 126WestEmersonAve starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alhambra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Times Square | Villa | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 126 W Emerson Ave, Unit 126WestEmersonAve | 126 W Emerson Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Broadway Village | H201 | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Bay State Terrace | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Valley Manor Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| College Manor | 2BR/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 8130 Constance St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 4229 Mandalay Dr, Unit rear | 4229 Mandalay Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 801 N 2nd St, Unit B | 801 N 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Alhambra, CAPopulation: 84,649
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Alhambra, CA Area Reviews
Monica • 3+ years in Alhambra
February 25, 2025I have been living in Alhambra over 7 years. It is a nice place to live. A lower cost for rent and had a nice store to shop near by. I very love it. A beautiful parks and a nice to see a natural. The best environment, peaceful and very safety. But now. It is the most higher cost to live, and I am not compare to Pasadena. It is too expensive to live here. The area nothing much, but a lot restaurants. It can't even say a diversity city. The main street not that many trees on the side walk. It makes the area so hot when there is no trees around the streets. Hope no more trees got cut down by the city.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alhambra
What type of rentals are currently available in Alhambra?
There are currently 2381 Apartments for Rent in Alhambra, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $5,958. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alhambra ranging from $1,050 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alhambra?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alhambra ranges from $1,050 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,149.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alhambra?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alhambra range from $2,300 to $5,958, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $8,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.
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