
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,400 (55 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Lake area of Pasadena.


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Granite Park Place

825 Cordova St

73 S Michigan Ave

315 S Catalina Ave

30-40 S Wilson Ave

120-130 N Mentor Ave

Pasadena Collection

180 S Catalina Ave
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1170 Del Mar Blvd

1270 Cordova St

Catalina Gardens

1315 E Cordova St

430 S Catalina Ave

Mentor Townhomes

145 Holliston Ave

1025 Del Mar Blvd

366 Catalina Ave

107 S Chester Ave
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250-252 S Catalina Ave

255 Wilson Ave

380 S Mentor Ave

1300 Cordova St

231 S Catalina Ave

937 E California Blvd

123 S Chester Ave

665 S Lake Ave

445-449 S Hudson Ave

210 S Mentor Ave
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1052 Del Mar Blvd

1124 Cordova St

229 Wilson Ave

165 Holliston Ave

153 S Chester Ave

657 S Lake Ave

787 California Blvd

151 Wilson Ave

241 S Hudson Ave

125 S. HOLLISTON AVE. PASADENA, CA 91106
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523 S Hudson Ave

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Del Mar Townhouse

Stonehurst

366 Mentor Ave

Essex House

Hacienda Apartments

110 Michigan Ave
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South Lake, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lake Studio Apartments | $1,515 | $1,400 | $1,645 |
| South Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,995 | $2,200 |
| South Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,770 | $3,770 | $3,770 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lake Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Lake Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| wil195 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake, CA
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lake area is the $3.14 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at wil195 in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value South Lake apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Aqua Courtyard Suites starting at $1,400 with a $6.36 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| wil195 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $6.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lake is at Aqua Courtyard Suites listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lake Apartment is $2,200 at wil195.
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