Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Gabriel, CA from $1,000 (135 Rentals)

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property at 6353 Rosemead Blvd

$1,604 - $2,195

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6353 Rosemead Blvd

San GabrielCA91775

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property at 7025 Rosemead Blvd

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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7025 Rosemead Blvd

San GabrielCA91775
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Coral Reef Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coral Reef Apartments

5730 N Willard AveSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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Casa De Arco
Studio Apartments

Casa De Arco

9036 Duarte RdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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259 S San Marcos St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

259 S San Marcos St

259 S San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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706 S Gladys Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

706 S Gladys Ave

706 S Gladys AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Juniper Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper Pointe

6648 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775

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Rosemead Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rosemead Apartments

5117-5121 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Casa Encanto
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Encanto

6805 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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120 De Anza St #207
2 Bedroom Apartments

120 De Anza St #207

120 De Anza StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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127 W Live Oak
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

127 W Live Oak

127 W Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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311-319 San Marcos St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

311-319 San Marcos St

311-319 San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Glen Haven
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Haven

5123-5203 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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346 San Marcos St
2 Bedroom Apartments

346 San Marcos St

346 San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776

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Patrician Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Patrician Apartments

131 E Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Windsor Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

1930 S Del Mar AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Jasmine Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jasmine Apartments

230 S Del Mar AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Live Oak
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak

209 E Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Broadway Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Village

115 E BroadwaySan Gabriel, CA 91776
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The San Marino
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The San Marino

321 E Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Country Club Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club Apartments

6268 N San Gabriel BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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St. Francis Court South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Francis Court South

248 St Francis StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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322Live
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

322Live

322 E Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
property at 8813 Boydton St

$890

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$890

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$890

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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8813 Boydton St

RosemeadCA91770

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property at 3836 Earle Ave

$1,525

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$1,525

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$1,525

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3836 Earle Ave

RosemeadCA91770
property at 1504 S Atlantic Blvd

$1,680

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$1,680

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$1,680

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1504 S Atlantic Blvd, Unit B

1504 S Atlantic Blvd
AlhambraCA91803
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226 N Marengo Ave, Unit D
$1,785
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$1,785

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$1,785
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226 N Marengo Ave, Unit D

226 N Marengo AveAlhambra, CA 91801
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property at 507 S Orange Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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507 S Orange Ave, Unit A

507 S Orange Ave
Monterey ParkCA91755

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San Gabriel, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Gabriel, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/08/2026

Current apartment rentals in the San Gabriel, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Gabriel Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East San Gabriel$3,295$1,485105

Cheapest Available San Gabriel Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Gabriel, CA is a Studio unit found at 439 S Catalina St in the Wilshire Center neighborhood priced from $1,350. Emerald Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Gabriel apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
439 S Catalina StStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Emerald ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
1542 Prospect Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,650
307 Curtis1/11BR,1BA$1,650
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
South Olive ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,779
Glen Haven1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,790
276 S Sierra Madre BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Pacific Rosemead Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Gabriel, CA

As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Gabriel area is the $1.67 price per square foot 1148 W Huntington Dr Model at 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 7 in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value San Gabriel apartment is the Villa Model at Atlantic Times Square starting at $3,600 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Gabriel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 71148 W Huntington Dr2BR,2BA$1.67
Atlantic Times SquareVilla2BR,2BA$2.50
Fairview Apartments2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.59
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
322Live2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.21
Alhambra Gardens2BD/1BTH2BR,1BA$2.42
pal2162BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.53
Bay State Terrace1X11BR,1BA$2.47
422 S Garfield Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.44
1542 Prospect Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.50

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San Gabriel Overview

Consistently referred to as 'the birthplace of Los Angeles', San Gabriel has a storied and proud history. Taking its namesake from the Mission Archangel Gabriel, this charming city of about 40,000 residents has much to offer anyone considering a move to the excitement of the west coast.

Why live in San Gabriel, CA?

Known as 'The City With A Mission', San Gabriel apartments are an excellent place to call home for anyone desiring a California locale that's big on heart and diversity. From the Spanish-influenced architecture to the thriving Chinatown center of downtown, this historic west coast destination combines all of Los Angeles County's big city amenities with a relaxed ambiance befitting a city that stretches over just 4 square miles.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Gabriel Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in San Gabriel?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Gabriel is under $1,850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Gabriel?

The cheapest apartment in San Gabriel is 1542 Prospect Ave which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in San Gabriel costs $3,295.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Gabriel?

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 19 regular apartments in San Gabriel 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 San Gabriel?

Cheap apartments in San Gabriel have an average cost of $475 which is $2,820 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Gabriel.

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