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325 E Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1299 E Green StPasadena, CA 91106
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275 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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181 S Marengo Ave, Unit Unit 5
181 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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320 E Del Mar Blvd
320 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
335 S Los Robles Ave
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383 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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529 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91011
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93 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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The Somerset
538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255 S Madison Ave
255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Molino Del Mar
306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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343 Madison Ave
343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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73 S Michigan Ave
73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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361 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Villa Robles Apartments
335 S Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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275 Marengo Ave
275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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250 N Oakland Ave
250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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241 S Hudson Ave
241 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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El Molino Terrace
244 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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161 S Madison Ave
161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Sycamore Apartments
131 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Ely House
465 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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mic130
130 Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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518 S. El Molino Apartments
518 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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267 S Madison Ave
267 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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305 California Blvd
305 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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400 California Blvd
400 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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703-719 E California Blvd
703-719 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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165 Catalina Ave
165 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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55 Mar Vista Ave
55 Mar Vista AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Del Mar Townhouse
1155 Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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The Hallie
350 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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228-230 S Oakland Ave
228-230 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Camellia Apartments
85 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Oak Knoll Apartments
267 S Oak Knoll AvePasadena, CA 91101
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260-264 Alpine St
264 Alpine StPasadena, CA 91106
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450 Los Robles Ave
450 Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Stone Pine Apartments
385-395 Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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56 N Wilson Ave
56 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
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190 S Marengo Ave
190 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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200 S Madison Ave
200 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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51 N Chester Ave
51 N Chester AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Brookmore Apartments
189 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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550 E California Blvd
550 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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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 | $2,643 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,984 | $1,995 | $4,215 |
| South Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,112 | $2,595 | $5,950 |
| South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,606 | $2,950 | $6,652 |
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Cheapest Available South Pasadena Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio priced from $981. 439 S Catalina St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| 439 S Catalina St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Historic Stanley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 320 E Del Mar Blvd | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $3.13 price per square foot Unit C Model at 306 Mockingbird Ln in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 2 Bedroom F Model at Alur Apartments starting at $3,675 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 306 Mockingbird Ln | Unit C | 3BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Alur Apartments | 2 Bedroom F | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| Euclid Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 215 S Hudson Ave, Unit 06 | 215 S Hudson Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.68 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 252 N Wilson Ave, Unit 252 | 252 N Wilson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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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 $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in South Pasadena is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in South Pasadena costs $4,850.
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 25 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 $390 which is $4,460 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Pasadena.
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