
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Pedro, CA from $800 (58 Rentals)
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Portside Studio Apartments

1024-1032 W 1st St

Vista Del Puerto Apartments

The Cabrillo (shared restroom)

626 W 7th St

Harbor Villas

685 W 4th St

643 W 7th St

Samoan Sea Apartments
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1318 S Pacific Ave

685 W 23rd St

Villa Terrasini

683-689 W 11th St

823-831 W 25th St

La Corona Del Mar Apartments

626 W 6th St

654 W 12th St

240-268 W Santa Cruz St

La Villa Mesa
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2623 S Alma St

916-918 Watson Ave

BAYVIEW

401 W 3rd St, Unit 326

1132-1021 Wilmington Blvd

1605 Lomita Blvd

1532 W. 257th St.

808 W Anaheim St

2733 S Gaffey St

807 Oro Terrace
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Interlude

2065 255th St

Furnished on Flint

Nassau Arms

Marine

24647 Pennsylvania Ave

1644 257th St

521 N Avalon Blvd

Everglow

Peach Tree II
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1310 W. D Street

25905 Walnut St

Avalon Place

25917 Narbonne Ave

Bay Pointe

1001-1007 Banning Blvd.

McDonald Apartments

1010 E Anaheim St

729 N Marine Ave

Sam's Place
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San Pedro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Pedro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Pedro Studio Apartments | $2,059 | $1,395 | $2,825 |
| Cheap San Pedro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,545 | $4,320 |
| Cheap San Pedro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,337 | $1,995 | $5,012 |
| Cheap San Pedro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,335 | $3,200 | $5,380 |
| Cheap San Pedro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,979 | $3,999 | $5,565 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Pedro, CA
Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Pedro | $4,099 | $1,400 | 87 |
| Coastal San Pedro | $4,600 | $1,400 | 26 |
| Vinegar Hill | $4,600 | $1,400 | 92 |
| Northwest San pedro | $5,310 | $1,400 | 155 |
Cheapest Available San Pedro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Pedro, CA is a Studio unit found at Furnished on Flint in the Watson neighborhood priced from $870. 685 W 4th St in the Miraleste neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,204. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Pedro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Furnished on Flint | Studio 8 | Studio, | $870 |
| 685 W 4th St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| 916-918 Watson Ave | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 555 W 20th St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Avalon Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| BAYVIEW | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 1001-1007 Banning Blvd. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| 1532 W. 257th St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 808 W Anaheim St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Pedro, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Pedro area is the $2.19 price per square foot 26214 President Ave Model at 26214 President Ave, Unit D in the in the Central Area neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value San Pedro apartment is the Studio Model at San Pedro Bank Lofts starting at $2,392 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Vinegar Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Pedro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26214 President Ave, Unit D | 26214 President Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| San Pedro Bank Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| Portofino Townhomes | 2x1.5_1152 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| 740 W 24th St. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Narbonne | 2 bed + 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 1034 W 23rd St, Unit 2 | 1034 W 23rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 728 W 16th St, Unit C | 728 W 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 322-330 w 9th St | 3/1 (322-06) | 3BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 1417 S Gaffey St, Unit 1417 | 1417 S Gaffey St | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 1540 260th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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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 a cheap apartment in San Pedro?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Pedro is under $1,725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Pedro?
The cheapest apartment in San Pedro is 685 W 4th St which is listed at $1,204, while the average apartment in San Pedro costs $4,652.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Pedro?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in San Pedro that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in San Pedro?
Cheap apartments in San Pedro have an average cost of $321 which is $4,331 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Pedro.
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