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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 $1,400. 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$1,400
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,445
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,505
Emerald ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550
Villa TramontiSTUDIO RENOStudio,1BA$1,744
Rosewood Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
South Olive ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$1,750
330-350 Waldo AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Rosemead1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,760

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

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $1.67 price per square foot 1148 W Huntington Dr Model at 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit Apt 3 in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 816 N Garfield Ave Model at 816 N Garfield Ave, Unit B starting at $3,200 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit Apt 31148 W Huntington Dr2BR,2BA$1.67
816 N Garfield Ave, Unit B816 N Garfield Ave3BR,2BA$2.23
414 N Monterey St, Unit A414 N Monterey St3BR,2BA$2.18
Fairview Apartments2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.30
St. Francis Court South2 Bed2BR,2BA$2.38
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.34
244 S Del Mar Ave244 S Del Mar Ave1BR,1BA$1.90
933 W Huntington Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$1.07
Valley Manor ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Marino

What type of rentals are currently available in San Marino?

There are currently 2724 Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $10,000. There are also 104 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marino ranging from $1,985 to $10,000.

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 $1,985 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,627.

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 $2,600 to $6,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,150 to $8,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,480.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.