
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,375 (77 Rentals)


910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

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910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

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140 N Wilson Ave, Unit 5

330-350 Waldo Ave

148 Catalina Ave

Mayville Terrace

919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 6

170 S Chester Ave, Unit 14

529 S Madison Ave
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335 S Los Robles Ave

95 N. Michigan Ave. Apartments

540 E California Blvd

110 S Michigan Ave, Unit 16

wil195

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279 N Euclid Ave

275 N. Oakland

330 Cordova St, Unit 330

Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments

330 S Mentor Ave, Unit 107
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Holly Street Village

The Hallie

Thistle

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The Historic Stanley

Molino House

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Villas of Pasadena

283 S El Molino Ave

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105 S El Molino Ave, Unit 3

533 S Hudson Ave

93 N Holliston Ave
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73 S Michigan Ave

Villa Robles Apartments

250 N Oakland Ave

El Molino Terrace

mic130

241 S Hudson Ave

Ely House

305 California Blvd

301 Pleasant St.

Oak Knoll Apartments
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165 Catalina Ave

703-719 E California Blvd

320 E Del Mar Blvd

Del Mar Townhouse

260-264 Alpine St

Camellia Apartments

228-230 S Oakland Ave

56 N Wilson Ave

Stone Pine Apartments

Fillmore St Pasadena
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South Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,649 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,375 | $3,913 |
| South Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,041 | $2,250 | $5,950 |
| South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,572 | $3,887 | $6,428 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Pasadena, Pasadena, CA
Ranked #20
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Pasadena, Pasadena, CA
Twentieth Street Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Pasadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Pasadena is at 170 N El Molino Ave listed at $1,875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment is $1,875 at 170 N El Molino Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Pasadena is starting from $1,875 at 170 N El Molino Ave.
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