
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,300 (38 Rentals)
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236 S Mentor Ave, Unit Upstairs #11

Granite Park Place

825 Cordova St

73 S Michigan Ave

30-40 S Wilson Ave

315 S Catalina Ave

120-130 N Mentor Ave
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180 S Catalina Ave

Mentor Townhomes

430 S Catalina Ave

1315 E Cordova St

1170 Del Mar Blvd

1270 Cordova St

Catalina Gardens

255 Wilson Ave
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145 Holliston Ave

1025 Del Mar Blvd

380 S Mentor Ave

1300 Cordova St

107 S Chester Ave

366 Catalina Ave

241 S Hudson Ave

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

975 San Pasqual Apartments

Del Mar Townhouse

Stonehurst

366 Mentor Ave

Essex House

Hacienda Apartments
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999 Cordova St

110 Michigan Ave
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 | $1,517 | $1,350 | $1,645 |
| South Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,995 | $2,295 |
| South Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,182 | $2,595 | $3,710 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 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 | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake, CA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lake area is the $3.28 price per square foot 240 S Holliston Ave Model at 240 S Holliston Ave, Unit 4 in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value South Lake apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Aqua Courtyard Suites starting at $1,350 with a $6.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 S Holliston Ave, Unit 4 | 240 S Holliston Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $6.14 |
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 $1,350.
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