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property at 2339 Lillyvale Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2339 Lillyvale Ave, Unit 161

2339 Lillyvale Ave
Los AngelesCA90032

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property at 15 E Los Higos St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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15 E Los Higos St

AlhambraCA91801

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property at 317 S Almansor St

$2,031

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Feb 28

317 S Almansor St

AlhambraCA91801
property at 2321 Highbury Ave

$2,100

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2321 Highbury Ave, Unit 55

2321 Highbury Ave
Los AngelesCA90032

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Cheapest Available South Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Pasadena, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $981. Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$981
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
439 S Catalina StStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Woodside Apartments1BR B1BR,1BA$1,600
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath1BR,1BA$1,675
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,745
330-350 Waldo AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA

As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $2.47 price per square foot 305 N Palm Ave Model at 305 N Palm Ave, Unit A in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 608 N Electric Ave Model at 608 N Electric Ave, Unit B starting at $2,800 with a $2.55 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.
305 N Palm Ave, Unit A305 N Palm Ave2BR,1BA$2.47
608 N Electric Ave, Unit B608 N Electric Ave2BR,2BA$2.55
Bay State Terrace2X22BR,2BA$2.36
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
5326 Lincoln Ave, Unit HP 25326 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
Valley Manor ApartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
Cedar Park Apartments1 Bed, 1.5 baths1BR,1.5BA$2.51
The Tropicana1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.56
Locke1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.56
Arpeggio1x1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in South Pasadena?

There are currently 2499 Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,260 to $10,005. There are also 135 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Pasadena ranging from $980 to $7,495.

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 $980 to $7,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,498.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Pasadena?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Pasadena range from $1,901 to $6,657, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $7,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,108.

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