1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA (1,019 Rentals)

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1004 Arroyo Dr
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1004 Arroyo Dr

1004 Arroyo DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1308 Huntington Dr
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1308 Huntington Dr

1308 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1209 Pine St
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1209 Pine St

1209 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1681 Amberwood Dr
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1681 Amberwood Dr

1681 Amberwood DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Fremont Apartments
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Fremont Apartments

1719 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Raymondale Apartments
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Raymondale Apartments

400 Raymondale DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Park Lane
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Park Lane

1760 State StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1218 Pine St
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1218 Pine St

1218 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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1170 Huntington Dr
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1170 Huntington Dr

1170 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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601 Meridian Ave
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601 Meridian Ave

601 Meridian AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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The Pinewood
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The Pinewood

1204 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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265 Monterey Rd
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265 Monterey Rd

265 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Huntington Villas
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Huntington Villas

1119 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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mis454
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454 Mission StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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2028 Meridian Ave
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2028 Meridian Ave

2028 Meridian AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Prospect Apartments
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Prospect Apartments

635 Prospect AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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711 Orange Grove Ave
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711 Orange Grove Ave

711 Orange Grove AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1645 Amberwood Dr
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1645 Amberwood Dr

1645 Amberwood DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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308 Pasadena Ave
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308 Pasadena Ave

308 Pasadena AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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715 Prospect Ln
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715 Prospect Ln

715 Prospect LnSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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617 Prospect Ave
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617 Prospect Ave

617 Prospect AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1609 Fremont Ave
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1609 Fremont Ave

1609 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Orange Grove
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Orange Grove

639 Orange Grove AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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234 S Fair Oaks Ave
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234 S Fair Oaks Ave

234 S Fair Oaks AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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Grevelia Apartments
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Grevelia Apartments

1734-1740 Grevelia StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Meridian Apartments
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Meridian Apartments

1815 Meridian AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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710 Arroyo Dr
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710 Arroyo Dr

710 Arroyo DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Glen Haven
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Glen Haven

164 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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2012 Huntington Dr
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2012 Huntington Dr

2012 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Lyndon Gardens
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Lyndon Gardens

1302 Lyndon StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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178 Cedar Crest Ave
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178 Cedar Crest Ave

178 Cedar Crest AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1127 Magnolia St
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1127 Magnolia St

1127 Magnolia StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1831 Ramona Ave
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1831 Ramona Ave

1831 Ramona AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Pasadena, CA is found at 975 San Pasqual Apartments in the South Pasadena neighborhood and is 1,025 square feet priced from $4,000. Park View Arbor Apartments in the Raymond Hill neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $2,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Pasadena:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
975 San Pasqual Apartments1 Bedroom Den1,025 Sq Ft$4,000
Park View Arbor ApartmentsJacaranda-91,000 Sq Ft$2,995
Haven at Del Mar Station ApartmentsA4994 Sq Ft$2,940
Pasadena Gateway VillasCl1925 Sq Ft$3,945
CataloniaOne Bedroom829 Sq Ft$3,551
City PlaceFuller800 Sq Ft$3,128
Palm Gardens Apartments1x1 750sqft750 Sq Ft$2,200
Terraces at Paseo ColoradoOne Bedroom Loft655 Sq Ft$2,750

Cheapest Available South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 10, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Pasadena, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,895 at 301 Pleasant St. in the South Pasadena neighborhood. The second most affordable South Pasadena 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath Model at Oak Knoll Apartments starting at $1,950 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Pasadena is currently $3,033. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Pasadena:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
301 Pleasant St.1 Bed 1 Bath$1,895
Oak Knoll Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath$1,950
147 S Avenue 561 Bed 1 Bath$1,950
400-420 N. Oakland Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,995
mon9301+1$2,025
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath$2,100
hun1201 bed/1bath$2,145

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South Pasadena Overview

Snugly located between the hubs of Los Angeles and its sister city greater Pasadena, South Pasadena is a popular hunk of California real estate. Reaching over close to four square miles and home to over 45,000 residents, those in the market for a new place to call home on the west coast would do well to consider this idyllic California landscape.

Why live in South Pasadena, CA?

With a local economy based largely around grocery, hardware and the like, apartments for rent in South Pasadena definitely cater to the 'little big city' vibe of California. Streets flanked by scenic redwood and ash trees only add to the charisma of this thoroughly 'Main Street, USA' city, and South Pasadena seems to emit a relaxed ambiance that is tangible for all who arrive. Flush with popular eateries and local watering holes, this west coast hot spot is sure to please a variety of lifestyles.

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Getting Around South Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Pasadena Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Pasadena with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Pasadena is at 301 Pleasant St. listed at $1,895.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Pasadena is $3,033.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Pasadena is a 1,025 square feet unit starting from $4,000 at 975 San Pasqual Apartments.

What is the average size for South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Pasadena is currently 603 sq ft.

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