Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA from $800 (265 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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254 Monterey Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

254 Monterey Rd

254 Monterey RdSouth 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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1156 Huntington Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1156 Huntington Dr

1156 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Lyndon Capri
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lyndon Capri

1220 Lyndon StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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659 Grand Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

659 Grand Ave

659 Grand AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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The Hardison
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hardison

1810 Hardison PlSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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2028 Meridian Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2028 Meridian Ave

2028 Meridian AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Huntington Villas
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Huntington Villas

1119 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1728 Grevelia St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1728 Grevelia St

1728 Grevelia StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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$1,375

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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929 Rutland Ave

Los AngelesCA90042
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601 Lindaraxa Park, Unit A
$1,650
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601 Lindaraxa Park, Unit A

601 Lindaraxa ParkAlhambra, CA 91801
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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. 439 S Catalina Street in the Wilshire Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1,105
439 S Catalina StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Woodside Apartments1BR B1BR,1BA$1,600
Cottages D Caroline AtlasW/StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Fremont0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,795
Oak Knoll Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
College Manor1BD/1BTH1BR,1BA$1,845
Madison Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $2.55 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1021 Grove in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Euclid Place Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the South Pasadena 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 Grove2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.55
Euclid Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1.01
350 S Oakland2bd 2ba2BR,2BA$2.57
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.34
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
Valley Manor ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
Bay State Terrace1X11BR,1BA$2.47
mon9301+11BR,1BA$2.64
The Tropicana1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.56

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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 439 S Catalina Street listed at $1,295.

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 Figueroa Gardens and starts from $2,995.

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