
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA (354 Rentals)


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1020 Fair

1236 Huntington Dr

Fremont

322 Pasadena Ave

454 Mission St

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831 Grevelia St, Unit D

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1712 Huntington Dr, Unit A
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1311 Lyndon St, Unit Apartment #8

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1734 Ellincourt Dr, Unit 4

342 Pasadena Ave

1171 Huntington Dr

1118 Donaldo Ct

1313 Huntington Dr

1407 Monterey Rd

824 Brent Ave

1811 Huntington Dr

1515 Indiana Ave
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368 Monterey Rd, Unit 3705

1313 Huntington Dr

1021 Grove

253 E Glenarm St

251 N El Molino Ave

1890 S Los Robles Ave

936 Fortune Way

711 Orange Grove Ave

1953 S Los Robles Ave

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EightTwenty Mission Residences

1100 Fremont Ave

1152 Oxley St

1112 Fremont Ave

1124-24 1/2 Fremont Ave.

1132 Fremont Ave

1424 Monterey Rd

708-712 Fremont Ave

1115 Hope St

1122 Hope St
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1401 Monterey Rd

1127 Magnolia St

809 Brent Ave

1020 El Centro St

1126 Fairview Ave

Mission Place

815 Fairview Ave

1216 Fremont Ave

1711 Oxley St

1701-1705 Oxley St
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Downtown, South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,996 | $1,795 | $2,195 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,995 | $2,900 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $2,295 | $3,695 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,563 | $2,195 | $5,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $7,550 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $9,500 | $9,500 | $9,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, South Pasadena, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown, South Pasadena, CA
Marengo Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown area of South Pasadena, CA?
As of today, August 17, 2026, there are currently 354 available Downtown apartments priced from $1,795 to $3,695, with an average monthly rent of $2,522.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown?
There are currently 141 Studio Apartments in Downtown with rent ranges from $1,795 to $2,195 with an average price of $1,996.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown ranges from $1,995 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,287.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown range from $2,295 to $3,695. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,752.
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