
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Arcadia Neighborhood of Arcadia, CA from $800 (73 Rentals)
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Villa Valencia Apartments

520 S Santa Anita Ave

216 Santa Rosa Rd

219 California St

145-151 Bonita St

23 La Porte St

750 Fairview Ave

15 Christina St

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520 Cornell Dr

125 E Saint Joseph St

606 Windsor Rd

112-114 S Santa Anita Ave

17 Eldorado St

22-26 E Colorado Blvd

204-206 S 2nd Ave

125 California St

730 Arcadia Ave

321 Genoa St
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610 S 2nd Ave

717 Arcadia Ave

154-158 Genoa St

715 S Old Ranch Rd

28 Bonita St

1022 La Cadena Ave

126 E Colorado Blvd

117 Genoa St

22 Eldorado St

39-43 E Christina St
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140 Colorado Blvd

714 Arcadia Ave

39 La Porte St

510-514 N Santa Anita Ave

141-145 Alice St

49 Genoa St

139 E St. Joseph St

Cota

425 S Baldwin Ave

503 Fairview Ave
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620-630 W Huntington Dr

22-26 Colorodo Blvd

42-46 Bonita St

155 California St

126 Diamond St

34-38 Bonita St

33 Bonita St

441-445 S Baldwin Ave

518 S Santa Anita Ave

43 Genoa St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Arcadia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Arcadia Studio Apartments | $2,279 | $2,279 | $2,279 |
| Downtown Arcadia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,243 | $1,950 | $2,850 |
| Downtown Arcadia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
| Downtown Arcadia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $3,295 | $3,755 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Arcadia Neighborhood of Arcadia, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Arcadia Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Valencia Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| French Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Arcadia, CA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Arcadia area is the $2.52 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at French Court Apartments in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Downtown Arcadia apartment is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model at Villa Valencia Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Arcadia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Villa Valencia Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Arcadia, Arcadia, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Arcadia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Arcadia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Arcadia Apartment is $2,100 at Villa Valencia Apartments.
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