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South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Pasadena Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Pasadena, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,105. Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,373. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1,105
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,708
301 Pleasant St.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Highland Villas Apartments0B/1BStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA and Nearby

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Pasadena area is the $2.45 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Bay State Terrace in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,690. The second greatest value South Pasadena apartment is the 2x2 ER Model at Arpeggio starting at $1,105 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the South Pasadena 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.
Bay State Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.45
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1.01
Second Street Apartments2 Bedroom - corner2BR,1BA$2.66
Palm Gardens Apartments2x1 900sqft2BR,1BA$2.77
Huntington Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.57
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63
mon9301+11BR,1BA$2.64
Pasadena Gateway VillasC11BR,1BA$2.83
The Tropicana1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.68
2401 W Main St, Unit 22401 W Main St1BR,1BA$2.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in South Pasadena?

There are currently 2474 Apartments for Rent in South Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $990 to $10,000. There are also 110 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Pasadena ranging from $1,250 to $16,500.

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 $1,250 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,244.

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 $2,795 to $6,643, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,175.

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