Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA from $800 (158 Rentals)

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South Curtis Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Curtis Apartments

404-410 S Curtis AveAlhambra, CA 91803
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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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Stanley Apartments
Studio Apartments

Stanley Apartments

149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1931 Fremont Ave
Studio Apartments

1931 Fremont Ave

1931 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Casa De Arco
Studio Apartments

Casa De Arco

9036 Duarte RdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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1004 Arroyo Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1004 Arroyo Dr

1004 Arroyo DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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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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The Somerset
Studio Apartments

The Somerset

538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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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 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper Pointe

6648 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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Molino Del Mar
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Molino Del Mar

306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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334 Monterey Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

334 Monterey Rd

334 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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343 Madison Ave
Studio Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1308 Huntington Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1308 Huntington Dr

1308 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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73 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

73 S Michigan Ave

73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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1209 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1209 Pine St

1209 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Live Oak
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak

209 E Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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550 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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1303 Lyndon St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Lyndon St

1303 Lyndon StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1207 Huntington Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1207 Huntington Dr

1207 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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San Marino, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Marino Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marino, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio in the South Arroyo neighborhood priced from $1,105. Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,373. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marino apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1,105
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
Emerald ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,500
Sierra Madre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,675
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,708
Rosewood Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
301 Pleasant St.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Glen Haven1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,812

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA and Nearby

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $1.98 price per square foot 2X2R Model at Villa Tramonti in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,524. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 992 Emerson St Model at 992 Emerson St, Unit #996 starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marino apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa Tramonti2X2R2BR,2BA$1.98
992 Emerson St, Unit #996992 Emerson St3BR,1BA$2.50
Bay State Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.45
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1.01
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
The Kenwood2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.51
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63
mon9301+11BR,1BA$2.64
Rosewood Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.69
5032 Rosemead Blvd5032 Rosemead Blvd1BR,1BA$2.67

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Getting Around San Marino, CA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Marino Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Marino?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Marino is at Pasadena Studios listed at $1,373.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marino Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marino Apartment is $1,750 at Rosewood Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Marino Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marino is starting from $1,105 at Arpeggio.

What is the most affordable San Marino Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Marino Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pasadena Gateway Villas and starts from $3,030.

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