
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Street Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (143 Rentals)
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EllinCourt

Golden Oaks Apartments

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422 El Centro St, Unit 1/2

711 Orange Grove Ave

Beautiful Lower Unit with Central AC

EightTwenty Mission Residences

1712 Gillette Crescent

1724 Meridian Ave

429 Garfield Ave
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1143 Diamond Ave

1127 Magnolia St

1701-1705 Oxley St

1714 Grevelia St

Monterey

800-804 Orange Grove Ave

344 Monterey Rd

1730 Grevelia St

708-712 Fremont Ave

1023-1025 Garfield Ave
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2008 Huntington Dr

202-212 Monterey Rd

421-425 Mission St

418-424 El Centro St

1132 Fremont Ave

629-631 1/2 Park Ave.

1664 Amberwood Dr

1250 Huntington Dr

1608 Amberwood Dr

350 Pasadena Ave
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1734 Ellincourt Dr

1416 Fair Oaks Ave

1411 Fair Oaks Ave

349-353 Pasadena Ave

634 Brent Ave

Mound Apartments

625 Park Ave

1720 Grevelia St

230 Fair Oaks Ave Apartments

1509 Fair Oaks Avenue
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714 Prospect Ave

1609 Fair Oaks Ave

170 Monterey Rd

1163 Huntington Dr

706 Brent Ave

188 Cedarcrest Dr

1415 Bank St

1506 Oak St

1711 Oxley St

406 Monterey Rd
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Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Street Studio Apartments | $1,981 | $1,750 | $2,195 |
| Mission Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $1,875 | $2,900 |
| Mission Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $2,400 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 143 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mission Street Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Street area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 254 Monterey Rd priced from $2,095. Palm Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Mission Street apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 254 Monterey Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | R 1+1 AA patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,545 |
| Golden Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,675 |
| 317 Monterey Rd | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Prospect Apartments | 2+1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Street, CA
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Street area is the $1.87 price per square foot 1504 W Huntington Dr Model at 1504 W Huntington Dr, Unit 0 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Mission Street apartment is the 2x1 900sqft Model at Palm Gardens Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1504 W Huntington Dr, Unit 0 | 1504 W Huntington Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Prospect Apartments | 2+1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | R 1+1 AA patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 317 Monterey Rd | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Golden Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 254 Monterey Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 422 El Centro St, Unit 1/2 | 422 El Centro St | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA
Arroyo Vista Elementary
South Pasadena Senior High
South Pasadena Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Street Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Street Apartment is $2,095 at 254 Monterey Rd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Street is starting from $2,400 at EllinCourt.
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