
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,350 (72 Rentals) Page 2 of 2


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1122 Cordova St

495 S Madison Ave

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366 Mentor Ave

Brookmore Apartments

533 S hudson Ave

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Palm Gardens Apartments

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,614 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,913 | $1,350 | $3,890 |
| South Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,021 | $2,300 | $5,950 |
| South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,239 | $3,395 | $7,055 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Pasadena Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Pasadena?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Pasadena is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in South Pasadena is Oak Knoll Apartments which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in South Pasadena costs $5,605.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Pasadena?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in South Pasadena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Pasadena?
Cheap apartments in South Pasadena have an average cost of $200 which is $5,405 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Pasadena.
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