Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA Under $1,500 (26 Rentals)
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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

1712 Pepper St
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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 |
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South Pasadena Studio Apartments Under $1500 | $2,997 | $1,373 | $10,000+ |
South Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $3,000 | $875 | $5,193 |
South Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $4,192 | $990 | $7,339 |
South Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $4,330 | $2,795 | $6,643 |
South Pasadena 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,318 | $1,175 | $3,425 |
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Getting Around South Pasadena, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
53 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Pasadena
How much are Studio apartments in South Pasadena?
There are currently 227 Studio Apartments in South Pasadena with rent ranges from $1,373 to $10,000 with an average price of $2,997.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Pasadena Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Pasadena ranges from $875 to $5,193 with an average monthly rent of $3,000.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Pasadena cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Pasadena range from $990 to $7,339. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,192.
How expensive are South Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 331 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Pasadena on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,795 to $6,643 - averaging $4,330 for the location.
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