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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 Arroyo neighborhood priced from $981. 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
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$981
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
Emerald ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,500
dua8530+1Studio,1BA$1,595

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

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $2.50 price per square foot 992 Emerson St Model at 992 Emerson St, Unit #996 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Bay State Terrace starting at $2,690 with a $2.45 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
992 Emerson St, Unit #996992 Emerson St3BR,1BA$2.50
Bay State Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.45
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
mon9302+1.52BR,1.5BA$2.70
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$1.07
Valley Manor Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.22
The Kenwood2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.51
Rosewood Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.69
Sierra Madre Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.76
5032 Rosemead Blvd5032 Rosemead Blvd1BR,1BA$2.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Marino

What type of rentals are currently available in San Marino?

There are currently 2699 Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,373 to $16,800. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marino ranging from $1,700 to $16,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Marino?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Marino ranges from $1,700 to $16,800 with an average monthly rent of $7,189.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Marino?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Marino range from $2,795 to $6,652, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $12,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,300.

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