Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA from $800 (182 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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1681 Amberwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1681 Amberwood Dr

1681 Amberwood DrSouth 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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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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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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Tropical Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tropical Gardens

1675 Amberwood DrSouth 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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1207 Huntington Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1207 Huntington Dr

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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601 Meridian Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

601 Meridian Ave

601 Meridian AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1724 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1724 State St

1724 State StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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254 Monterey Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

254 Monterey Rd

254 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030

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$1,493

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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731 S Chapel Ave

AlhambraCA91801
property at 5323 Monterey Rd

$1,700 - $2,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5323 Monterey Rd

Los AngelesCA90042

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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 Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,350. Pasadena Park Place in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,529. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudio 60% AMI - Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$1,350
Pasadena Park PlaceThe RitzStudio,1BA$1,529
5030/ 5034 Valley BlvdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,581
131 S Avenue 630BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
Woodside Apartments1BR B1BR,1BA$1,600
Locke1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath1BR,1BA$1,675
Jade Gardens Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $2.41 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1021 Orange Grove Blvd in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 521 Upstairs Model at 521 N Marguerita Ave starting at $2,300 with a $2.24 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.
1021 Orange Grove Blvd2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.41
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
5039 Alhambra Ave, Unit A5039 Alhambra Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
Jade Gardens Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.11
Sereno Hills2 Bed 1 Bath 60% AMI Income Restricted2BR,1BA$2.20
529-541 S. El Molino Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.44
Bay State Terrace1X11BR,1BA$2.47
College Manor2BR/1BTH2BR,1BA$2.41
343 N Avenue 521BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.51
3733 Locke Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.36

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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 $1,581 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 $1,900 at 5274-5278 Ithaca Ave.

What is the most affordable South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Figueroa Gardens and starts from $2,995.

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