1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA (1,226 Rentals)

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330 Pasadena Ave, Unit A
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330 Pasadena Ave, Unit A

330 Pasadena 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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1004 Arroyo Dr
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1004 Arroyo Dr

1004 Arroyo 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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1100 Fremont Ave
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1100 Fremont Ave

1100 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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252 Mockingbird Ln
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252 Mockingbird Ln

252 Mockingbird LnSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1811 Fremont Ave
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1811 Fremont Ave

1811 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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316 Pasadena Ave
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316 Pasadena Ave

316 Pasadena AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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430-432 Mission St
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430-432 Mission St

430-432 Mission StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1609 Fair Oaks Ave
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1609 Fair Oaks Ave

1609 Fair Oaks AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1636 Huntington Dr
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1636 Huntington Dr

1636 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1506 Oak St
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1506 Oak St

1506 Oak StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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710 Park Ave
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710 Park Ave

710 Park AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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706 Brent Ave
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706 Brent Ave

706 Brent AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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714 Prospect Ave
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714 Prospect Ave

714 Prospect AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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429 Garfield Ave
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429 Garfield Ave

429 Garfield AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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708-712 Fremont Ave
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708-712 Fremont Ave

708-712 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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2008 Huntington Dr
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2008 Huntington Dr

2008 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1428 Oak St
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1428 Oak St

1428 Oak StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1411 Fair Oaks Ave
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1411 Fair Oaks Ave

1411 Fair Oaks AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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815 Fairview Ave
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815 Fairview Ave

815 Fairview AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1812 Hardison Pl
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1812 Hardison Pl

1812 Hardison PlSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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804 Arroyo Dr
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804 Arroyo Dr

804 Arroyo DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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1664 Amberwood Dr
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1664 Amberwood Dr

1664 Amberwood DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1250 Huntington Dr
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1250 Huntington Dr

1250 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1163 Huntington Dr
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1163 Huntington Dr

1163 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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170 Monterey Rd
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170 Monterey Rd

170 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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421-425 Mission St
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421-425 Mission St

421-425 Mission StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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344 Monterey Rd
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344 Monterey Rd

344 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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350 Pasadena Ave
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350 Pasadena Ave

350 Pasadena AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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815 Park Ave
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815 Park Ave

815 Park AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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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 Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments in the South Arroyo neighborhood and is 1,052 square feet priced from $3,153. Pasadena Gateway Villas in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 925 square feet and currently listed start at $3,840. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Pasadena:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Haven at Del Mar Station ApartmentsA71,052 Sq Ft$3,153
Pasadena Gateway VillasCl1925 Sq Ft$3,840
Arpeggio1x1 CR919 Sq FtCall for Rates
Bay State Terrace1X1900 Sq Ft$2,220
Molino HouseEl Molino House-7900 Sq Ft$2,695
529-541 S. El Molino Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath900 Sq Ft$2,200
AMLI Old PasadenaA4d876 Sq Ft$4,228
The HalliePlan 1F820 Sq Ft$2,637
731 S Marengo AveFillmore800 Sq Ft$3,800
Palm Gardens Apartments1x1 750sqft750 Sq Ft$2,200

Cheapest Available South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Pasadena, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,581 at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable South Pasadena 1 Bedroom is the 1BR B Model at Woodside Apartments starting at $1,600 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Pasadena is currently $2,938. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Pasadena:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
5030/ 5034 Valley BlvdOne Bedroom$1,581
Woodside Apartments1BR B$1,600
3733 Locke Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,650
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath$1,675
5307-5309 Lincoln Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,750
6020 La Prada StOne Bed$1,775
170 N El Molino Ave1 bedroom$1,875
343 N Avenue 521BR/1.0BA$1,879
Alhambra Gardens1BD/1BTH$1,895

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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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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 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd listed at $1,581.

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 $2,938.

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 1,052 square feet unit starting from $3,153 at Haven at Del Mar Station 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 469 sq ft.

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