Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA from $900 (136 Rentals)

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property at 6353 Rosemead Blvd

$1,604 - $2,195

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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6353 Rosemead Blvd

San GabrielCA91775

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property at 8919 Longden Ave

$1,795 - $2,995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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8919 Longden Ave

Temple CityCA91780

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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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1931 Fremont Ave
Studio Apartments

1931 Fremont Ave

1931 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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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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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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The Somerset
Studio to 3 Bedroom 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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9034 Hermosa Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

9034 Hermosa Dr

9034 Hermosa DrTemple City, CA 91780
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Juniper Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper Pointe

6648 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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255 S Madison Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

255 S Madison Ave

255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101

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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. 439 S Catalina St in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marino apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$981
439 S Catalina StStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
RosemeadStudioStudio,1BA$1,485
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,505
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Emerald ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550
The Jade0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,604
Arcadia Sands0+1Studio,1BA$1,650
322Live1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650

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

As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $1.77 price per square foot 1148 W Huntington Dr Model at 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 6 in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Model at Fairview Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel 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.
1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 61148 W Huntington Dr2BR,2BA$1.77
Fairview Apartments2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.18
Euclid Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34
Bay State Terrace2X22BR,2BA$2.55
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
933 W Huntington Dr1 Bedroom Upper Unit1BR,1BA$2.13
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$1.07
Valley Manor ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
Cedar Park Apartments1 Bed, 1.5 baths1BR,1.5BA$2.51
322Live1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.36

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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 439 S Catalina St listed at $1,350.

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 $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 Rosemead Apartments and starts from $2,600.

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