
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Monrovia Neighborhood of Arcadia, CA from $800 (16 Rentals)
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520 S Santa Anita Ave

424 Santa Anita Ave

Live Oak Plaza

118 Fano St
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Park Plaza

648 Anita St, Unit 1

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Concord Apartments

Parker CA

525 W El Norte St
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525 W El Norte St

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Heritage Park at Monrovia (Senior 55+)

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South Monrovia, Arcadia, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Monrovia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Monrovia Studio Apartments | $2,448 | $1,650 | $2,807 |
| South Monrovia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $1,700 | $6,100 |
| South Monrovia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,765 | $2,600 | $8,185 |
| South Monrovia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,969 | $2,500 | $5,505 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Monrovia Neighborhood of Arcadia, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Monrovia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Monrovia area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Park at Monrovia (Senior 55+) priced from $1,637. Park Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable South Monrovia apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Park at Monrovia (Senior 55+) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,637 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Parker CA | StudioR | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| Villa Granada | 1 Bathroom + 1 Bath with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 521-523 E. Live Oak Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,108 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Monrovia, CA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Monrovia area is the $4.31 price per square foot LW1 Model at Trestle in the in the Butler neighborhood starting from $6,100. The second greatest value South Monrovia apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1043 sqft Model at Solare starting at $3,390 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Monrovia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trestle | LW1 | 1BR,2BA | $4.31 |
| Solare | 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1043 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Monrovia Villas Apartments | Two Bedroom- Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Villa Granada | 1 Bathroom + 1 Bath with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Monrovia | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Alexan Marmont | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| MODA at Monrovia Station | JA1-JA2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| 521-523 E. Live Oak Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Heritage Park at Monrovia (Senior 55+) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Parker CA | StudioR | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Monrovia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Monrovia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Monrovia is at Park Plaza listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Monrovia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Monrovia Apartment is $1,637 at Heritage Park at Monrovia (Senior 55+).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Monrovia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Monrovia is starting from $2,300 at Monrovia.
What is the most affordable South Monrovia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Monrovia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Plaza and starts from $2,500.
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