
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of South Pasadena.


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1112 Fremont Ave

Fremont

1931 Fremont Ave

1004 Arroyo Dr

334 Monterey Rd
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1170 Huntington Dr

1141 Pine 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 | $1,822 | $1,695 | $2,000 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,401 | $2,050 | $2,900 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,849 | $2,300 | $3,695 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Fremont priced from $1,845. 1020 Fair has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fremont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| 1020 Fair | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena | R 1+1 patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath 510-220 Model at Orange Grove Circle in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $4,980. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1021 Grove starting at $3,695 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the South Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Grove Circle | 2 Bed 2 Bath 510-220 | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| 1021 Grove | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 630 Brent Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 330 Pasadena Ave, Unit A | 330 Pasadena Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena | 1+1 patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Prospect Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 1714 Grevelia St, Unit B | 1714 Grevelia St | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 1112 Fremont Ave | 1112 Fremont Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Fremont listed at $1,845.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $2,050 at 1020 Fair.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $2,300 at EllinCourt.
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