
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA (421 Rentals)


1100 Fremont Ave

1916 Huntington Dr

421-425 Mission St

1628 Huntington Dr

1724 Meridian Ave

1424-1426 Lyndon St

916 Arroyo Dr

1607 Amberwood Dr

1841,1843 Clark/614 Strat
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1507 Bank St

511 El Centro St

1428 Oak St

1127 Magnolia St

1976-1980 Huntington Dr

2016 Hanscom Dr

1300 Pine St

1421 Lyndon Street, South Pasadena, CA.

1601 Fremont Ave

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1615 Amberwood Dr

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Amberwood Apartments

Amberwood Drive

300 Mockingbird Ln

1645 Amberwood Dr

Grevelia Apartments

1221 Lyndon St

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1418-1422 Bank St
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1156-1158 1/2 Huntington

715 Prospect Ln

617 Prospect Ave

Lyndon Gardens

1831 Ramona Ave

617 Charter Oak St

Tropical Gardens

Huntington Villas

AMLI Old Pasadena

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Given Highland Park

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City Place

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Figueroa Gardens

Sereno Hills

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Esmeralda

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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 | $2,522 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,960 | $1,260 | $5,266 |
| South Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,912 | $1,647 | $7,879 |
South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,393 | $1,901 | $6,657 |
| South Pasadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $2,108 | $4,120 |
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Largest Available South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in South Pasadena, CA is found at 306 Mockingbird Ln in the South Pasadena neighborhood and is 1,550 square feet priced from $4,850. Given Highland Park in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,495 square feet and currently listed start at $5,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in South Pasadena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 306 Mockingbird Ln | Unit C | 1,550 Sq Ft | $4,850 |
| Given Highland Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Plan F | 1,495 Sq Ft | $5,495 |
| Holly Street Village | 3.3 thm | 1,418 Sq Ft | $6,657 |
| 88 at Alhambra Place | Plan 3A | 1,398 Sq Ft | $4,763 |
| Amberwood Drive | 3br/2 ba | 1,300 Sq Ft | $3,675 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | A1 | 1,179 Sq Ft | $4,970 |
| Acre Heights Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 1,025 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| Figueroa Gardens | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 978 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
Cheapest Available South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 17, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in South Pasadena, CA is the 3BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,600 at Esmeralda in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable South Pasadena 3 Bedroom is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Figueroa Gardens starting at $2,995 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in South Pasadena is currently $4,393. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in South Pasadena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Esmeralda | 3BR/1.0BA | $2,600 |
| Figueroa Gardens | 3 Beds, 2 baths | $2,995 |
| Acre Heights Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | $3,350 |
| Amberwood Drive | 3br/2 ba | $3,675 |
| Given Highland Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Plan A | $3,997 |
| 88 at Alhambra Place | Plan 3A | $4,763 |
| 306 Mockingbird Ln | Unit C | $4,850 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | A1 | $4,970 |
| Holly Street Village | 3.3 thm | $6,657 |
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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 3 Bedroom South Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Pasadena with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in South Pasadena is at Esmeralda listed at $2,600.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in South Pasadena is $4,393.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Pasadena is a 1,550 square feet unit starting from $4,850 at 306 Mockingbird Ln.
What is the average size for South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in South Pasadena is currently 1,406 sq ft.
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