
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,550 (57 Rentals)
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75GLEN

155-169 W Green St

490 Maylin Street

The Raymond Renaissance
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Delacey at Green

135 W Bellevue Dr

Jamieson Place

Delacey Place

125 Hulburt St

80 Grace Ter

130-140 N Fair Oaks Ave

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65 Arlington Dr

359 W Del Mar Blvd

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Number 89

800-816 S Orange Grove Blvd

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Catania

14 North Fair Oaks

Green Hotel Apartments

83 Melrose Ave

South Orange Grove 20

Grove Manor

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615-629 S Pasadena Ave

Orange Grove

64 W Dayton St
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1734 Ellincourt Dr, Unit 4

1608 Amberwood Dr

1664 Amberwood Dr

188 Cedarcrest Dr

1607 Amberwood Dr

230 Fair Oaks Ave Apartments

1670 Amberwood Dr

1613 Raymond Hill Rd

322 Raymondale Dr

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South Arroyo, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Arroyo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Arroyo Studio Apartments | $3,240 | $2,579 | $4,227 |
| South Arroyo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,755 | $2,700 | $5,020 |
| South Arroyo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,541 | $2,700 | $7,590 |
| South Arroyo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,611 | $5,100 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Arroyo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Arroyo area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1625 Raymond Hill Rd priced from $2,399. 6 Weeks Free! 2 Bed 1 Bath in Pasadena! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,456. Here are the most affordable South Arroyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1625 Raymond Hill Rd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $2,399 |
| 6 Weeks Free! 2 Bed 1 Bath in Pasadena! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2,456 |
| APT MESSINA | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2,750 |
| APT PALERMO | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2,800 |
| Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments | S2 | Studio, 1BA | $2,822 |
| AMLI Old Pasadena | A3c | 1BR, 1BA | $3,800 |
| Orange Grove Circle | 2 Bed 2 Bath 510-220 | 2BR, 2BA | $4,980 |
| Catania | Green St | 2BR, 2BA | $6,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Arroyo, CA
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Arroyo area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath 510-220 Model at Orange Grove Circle in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $4,980. The second greatest value South Arroyo apartment is the D5a Model at AMLI Old Pasadena in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting at $7,857 with a $5.39 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Arroyo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Grove Circle | 2 Bed 2 Bath 510-220 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.27 |
| AMLI Old Pasadena | D5a | 3BR, 2BA | $5.39 |
| Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments | A5 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.34 |
| 6 Weeks Free! 2 Bed 1 Bath in Pasadena! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| 1734 Ellincourt Dr, Unit 4 | 1734 Ellincourt Dr | 2BR, 1BA | $2.70 |
| APT PALERMO | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $4.17 |
| 34 E Colorado Blvd | 34 E Colorado Blvd | 1BR, 1BA | $4.77 |
| APT MESSINA | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $4.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Arroyo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Arroyo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Arroyo Apartment is $2,399 at 1625 Raymond Hill Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Arroyo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Arroyo is starting from $2,456 at 6 Weeks Free! 2 Bed 1 Bath in Pasadena!.
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