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307 N Curtis Ave

AlhambraCA91801

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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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30-34 N 1st Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

30-34 N 1st Street

34 N 1st StAlhambra, CA 91801
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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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931 S Atlantic Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

931 S Atlantic Blvd

931 S Atlantic BlvdAlhambra, CA 91803
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1004 Arroyo Dr
Studio to 2 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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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 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $981. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marino apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$981
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,325
9034 Hermosa Dr1Bed /1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,505
Emerald ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550
dua8530+1Studio,1BA$1,695
5760 Alessandro Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
Michigan ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Rosewood Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750

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

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $2.23 price per square foot 414 N Monterey St Model at 414 N Monterey St, Unit A in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 393 N Euclid Ave Model at 393 N Euclid Ave, Unit #3 starting at $1,950 with a $1.63 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.
414 N Monterey St, Unit A414 N Monterey St3BR,2BA$2.23
393 N Euclid Ave, Unit #3393 N Euclid Ave1BR,1BA$1.63
The Huntington Sunset2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ W/D Hookups, Modern Wood Fl...2BR,2BA$2.60
125 Allen Ave, Unit 218125 Allen Ave1BR,1BA$2.09
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$1.07
Palm Gardens Apartments1x1 750sqft1BR,1BA$2.51
mon9301+11BR,1BA$2.64
605 N Holliston Ave, Unit 605605 N Holliston Ave1BR,1BA$2.57
9034 Hermosa Dr1Bed /1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.42

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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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  • 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 Aqua Courtyard Suites listed at $1,325.

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 Emerald Apartments.

What is the most affordable San Marino Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Marino Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Huntington Sunset and starts from $3,440.

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