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South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,505. The Tropicana in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,677. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,505
The Tropicana0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,677
mon52330BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,699
South Olive ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$1,750
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $2.23 price per square foot 414 N Monterey St Model at 414 N Monterey St, Unit A in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 809 Brent Ave Model at 809 Brent Ave, Unit 3 starting at $3,350 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles 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.
414 N Monterey St, Unit A414 N Monterey St3BR,2BA$2.23
809 Brent Ave, Unit 3809 Brent Ave3BR,2BA$2.58
3961 Via Marisol, Unit #3103961 Via Marisol2BR,2BA$2.65
Bay State Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.45
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
Huntington Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.57
5666 1/2 Fayette St5666 1/2 Fayette St2BR,1BA$2.11
Palm Gardens Apartments1x1 750sqft1BR,1BA$2.51
4203 Latona Ave, Unit 42024203 Latona Ave1BR,1BA$2.63
mon9301+11BR,1BA$2.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in South Pasadena?

There are currently 2496 Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $10,000. There are also 107 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Pasadena ranging from $1,000 to $14,988.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Pasadena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Pasadena ranges from $1,000 to $14,988 with an average monthly rent of $5,250.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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