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San Marino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marino?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Marino Studio Apartments | $2,909 | $995 | $10,000+ |
San Marino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $1,150 | $5,791 |
San Marino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,107 | $2,400 | $8,319 |
San Marino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,882 | $2,900 | $6,575 |
San Marino 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,765 | $6,765 | $6,765 |
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Cheapest Available San Marino Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marino, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $981. Rosemead in the East San Gabriel neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marino apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
Rosemead | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
South Olive Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Villa Tramonti | STUDIO LARGE RENO | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
275 N. Oakland | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,833 |
722-724 Sunset Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $1.78 price per square foot 438 N Chester Ave Model at 438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,175. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 414 N Monterey St Model at 414 N Monterey St, Unit A starting at $2,975 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marino apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438 | 438 N Chester Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
414 N Monterey St, Unit A | 414 N Monterey St | 3BR,2BA | $2.23 |
809 Brent Ave, Unit 3 | 809 Brent Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
1005 W Duarte Rd, Unit 10 | 1005 W Duarte Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
125 Allen Ave, Unit 218 | 125 Allen Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Second Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom - corner | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
The Kenwood | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
121 Hampden Ter, Unit 121 Hampden | 121 Hampden Ter | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Rosemead listed at $1,485.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marino Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marino Apartment is $981 at Arpeggio.
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 $2,200 at The Kenwood.
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 $5,035.
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