
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA from $1,375 (143 Rentals)


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142 Monterey Rd, Unit 142

1807 Fremont Ave, Unit 022

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330 Pasadena Ave, Unit A

Palm Gardens Apartments

1004 Arroyo Dr

1308 Huntington Dr

1209 Pine St

1681 Amberwood Dr

Jacqueline Apartments
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Park Lane

1170 Huntington Dr

601 Meridian Ave

The Pinewood

1207 Huntington Dr

265 Monterey Rd

Parkview Arbor Apartments

254 Monterey Rd
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Lyndon Capri

161 Chestnut St, Unit 1

Woodside Apartments

3733 Locke Ave

34 N Marguerita Ave

5271 Huntington Dr N, Unit 203

5323 Monterey Rd

5307-5309 Lincoln Ave

910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

5328 Almont St
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910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

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116 Park St, Unit E

6020 La Prada St

407 N Avenue 50, Unit 407 N AVE 50 #211

5233 Monte Vista St, Unit 402

343 N Avenue 52

6060 La Prada, Unit 6062

Alhambra Gardens

330-350 Waldo Ave

148 Catalina Ave
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Cottages D' Caroline

Cedar Park Apartments

2850 Chadwick Cir

919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 6

170 S Chester Ave, Unit 14

529 S Madison Ave

Monterey Apartments

Figueroa Gardens

San Marino West

335 S Los Robles Ave
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South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,690 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,938 | $1,375 | $5,443 |
| South Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $1,983 | $7,406 |
| South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,424 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| South Pasadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,539 | $2,539 | $2,539 |
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Best Local Schools in South Pasadena, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Pasadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Pasadena is at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd listed at $1,581.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment is $1,581 at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Pasadena is starting from $1,581 at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd.
What is the most affordable South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd and starts from $1,581.
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