Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA from $800 (143 Rentals)

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1931 Fremont Ave
Studio Apartments

1931 Fremont Ave

1931 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1004 Arroyo Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1004 Arroyo Dr

1004 Arroyo DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1308 Huntington Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1308 Huntington Dr

1308 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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334 Monterey Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

334 Monterey Rd

334 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1209 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1209 Pine St

1209 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1303 Lyndon St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Lyndon St

1303 Lyndon StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1681 Amberwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1681 Amberwood Dr

1681 Amberwood DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Raymondale Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Raymondale Apartments

400 Raymondale DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Fremont Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fremont Apartments

1719 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Fremont
Studio Apartments

Fremont

1821 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Park Lane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane

1760 State StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1170 Huntington Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1170 Huntington Dr

1170 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1141 Pine St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1141 Pine St

1141 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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601 Meridian Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

601 Meridian Ave

601 Meridian AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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The Pinewood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pinewood

1204 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Tropical Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tropical Gardens

1675 Amberwood DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1207 Huntington
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1207 Huntington

1207 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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265 Monterey Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

265 Monterey Rd

265 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available South Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Pasadena, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,105. Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1,105
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
439 S Catalina StStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Woodside Apartments1BR B1BR,1BA$1,600
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath1BR,1BA$1,675
Huntington Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,740
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $2.10 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 2X2 Model at Bay State Terrace starting at $2,700 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
APT THE MADISON COLLECTION2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.10
Bay State Terrace2X22BR,2BA$2.45
608 N Electric Ave, Unit B608 N Electric Ave2BR,2BA$2.55
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1.01
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
Valley Manor ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
mon9301+11BR,1BA$2.60
Cedar Park Apartments1 Bed, 1.5 baths1BR,1.5BA$2.51
mon52331BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.55
533 S Hudson Ave, Unit Upper Corner533 S Hudson Ave1BR,1BA$1.57

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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 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 Pasadena Studios listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartment is $1,600 at Woodside Apartments.

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 $1,105 at Arpeggio.

What is the most affordable South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Esmeralda and starts from $2,600.

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