
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA (168 Rentals)


Palm Gardens Apartments

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1714 Grevelia St, Unit B, Unit B

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330 Pasadena Ave, Unit A, Unit A

1927 Fremont Ave

1792 Grevelia St

1616 Fair Oaks Ave, Unit 15

1750 Grevelia St, Unit 8

1778 Grevelia St

711 Orange Grove Ave
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1004 Arroyo Dr

1209 Pine St

Jacqueline Apartments

1506 Oak St

815 Park Ave

1163 Huntington Dr

1127 Magnolia St

175 Mockingbird Ln

1729 Raymond Hill Rd

1708-1714 Huntington Dr
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178 Cedar Crest Ave

521 Mission St

1824 Gillette Cres

332 Pasadena Ave

1411 Fair Oaks Ave

729 Park Ave

1711 Fremont Ave

2036 Huntington Dr

714 Prospect Ave
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429 Garfield Ave

252 Mockingbird Ln

932 Arroyo Dr

1709-1711 Huntington Dr

1609 Fair Oaks Ave

1144 Huntington Dr

1115 Hope St

710 Park Ave

2008 Huntington Dr

Donaldo Court
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809 Brent Ave

1300-1306 Fremont Ave

1415 Bank St

361-375 Pasadena Ave

1613 Raymond Hill Rd

800-804 Orange Grove Ave

Huntington Apartments

1812 Hardison Pl

706 Brent Ave

430-432 Mission 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 | $1,865 | $1,700 | $2,000 |
Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $2,200 | $3,200 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,849 | $2,300 | $3,695 |
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There are currently 168 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown area of Los Angeles, CA is found at 711 Orange Grove Ave and is listed at 1,100 square feet . Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 711 Orange Grove Ave | 1 Bed | 1,100 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | R 1+1 AA | 775 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 750 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Golden Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 610 Sq Ft | $2,675 |
| 601 Meridian Ave | T | 0 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
Cheapest Available Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown of Los Angeles, CA is the T Model starting from $2,050 at 601 Meridian Ave. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown is currently $2,585. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 601 Meridian Ave | T | $2,050 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | $2,200 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | R 1+1 AA patio | $2,325 |
| Golden Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | $2,675 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown is at 601 Meridian Ave listed at $2,050.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is $2,585.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,100 square feet unit at 711 Orange Grove Ave.
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