Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Pedro, CA from $800 (123 Rentals)

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918 S Averill Ave, Unit 918
$1,925
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918 S Averill Ave, Unit 918

918 S Averill AveSan Pedro, CA 90732
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657 W Oliver St

San PedroCA90731
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629-633 W 8th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

629-633 W 8th St

629-633 W 8th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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Samoan Sea Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Samoan Sea Apartments

661 N Harbor BlvdSan Pedro, CA 90731
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626 W 7th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

626 W 7th St

626 W 7th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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Harbor Villas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Villas

653 W 13th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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643 W 7th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

643 W 7th St

643 W 7th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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1318 S Pacific Ave
Studio Apartments

1318 S Pacific Ave

1318 S Pacific AveSan Pedro, CA 90731
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322-330 w 9th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

322-330 w 9th St

322-330 W 9th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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685 W 23rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

685 W 23rd St

685 W 23rd StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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685 W 4th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

685 W 4th St

685 W 4th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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Villa Terrasini
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Terrasini

1527 S Beacon StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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823-831 W 25th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

823-831 W 25th St

823-831 W 25th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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1111 W 14th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1111 W 14th St

1111 W 14th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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626 W 6th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

626 W 6th St

626 W 6th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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654 W 12th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

654 W 12th St

654 W 12th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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240-268 W Santa Cruz St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

240-268 W Santa Cruz St

240-268 W Santa Cruz StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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El Descanso
1 Bedroom Apartments

El Descanso

630 W Sepulveda StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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Ocean View Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

1435 S Beacon StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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1244 W 9th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1244 W 9th St

1244 W 9th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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927 W 9th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

927 W 9th

927 W 9th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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1057 W 14th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1057 W 14th St

1057 W 14th StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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469 W Oliver St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

469 W Oliver St

469 W Oliver StSan Pedro, CA 90731
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Harbor Riviera
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Riviera

222 S Cabrillo AveSan Pedro, CA 90731
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San Pedro Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Pedro Apartments

966 West 11th StreetSan Pedro, CA 90731
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Pedro, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026

Current apartment rentals in the San Pedro, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Pedro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Coastal San Pedro$2,736$1,35020
Central San Pedro$4,014$1,32579
Vinegar Hill$4,014$1,32582
Northwest San pedro$5,529$1,325152

Cheapest Available San Pedro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Pedro, CA is a Studio unit found at Marina View Apartments in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood priced from $1,350. 916-918 Watson Ave in the Watson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Pedro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marina View Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,350
916-918 Watson AveStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,395
Please visit our beautiful, Newly Renovated Spacious Studio ApartmentStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
322-330 w 9th St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
BAYVIEWDeluxe StudioStudio,1BA$1,525
685 W 4th StStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Avalon PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
1001-07 Banning Blvd., 339-351 Opp St.StudioStudio,1BA$1,575
1601-1611 W LomitaStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Pedro, CA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Pedro area is the $1.45 price per square foot Studio Model at San Pedro Bank Lofts in the in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood starting from $2,515. The second greatest value San Pedro apartment is the 3x2.5_1465 Model at Portofino Townhomes starting at $3,759 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Northwest San pedro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Pedro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
San Pedro Bank LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.45
Portofino Townhomes3x2.5_14653BR,2.5BA$2.57
740 W 24th St.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.56
1522 Lomita Blvd.2 Bed 1 1/2 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.68
City View Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.40
Bridgeport View Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.19
Bayside Terrace 55 Senior Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.68
South Frampton Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.61
Please visit our beautiful, Newly Renovated Spacious Studio ApartmentStudioStudio ,1BA$2.34
McDonald ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.66

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San Pedro Overview

A consolidation with the larger municipality of Los Angeles, San Pedro is a working class city that has much to offer. Located near the famous Port of Los Angeles and long a hub for commercial fishing, this blue collar town is an excellent place to raise a family or pursue a career in the great state of California.

Why live in San Pedro, CA?

Offering stunning ocean-side views, a tough-to-beat working class ambiance, and plenty of amenities in the way of museums, eateries and shopping, San Pedro is an excellent choice for those in the market for a new home in California. Local schools are consistently given strong marks, and the relaxed way of life seems to radiate from the very streets themselves in this charming port city.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Pedro Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Pedro?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Pedro is at Marina View Apartments listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Pedro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Pedro Apartment is $1,600 at Bridgeport View Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Pedro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Pedro is starting from $1,890 at Park Mesa Apartments.

What is the most affordable San Pedro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Pedro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2315 S Grand Ave and starts from $2,995.

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