
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olga Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (55 Rentals)
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236 Monterey Rd, Unit M

254 Monterey Rd

1313 Huntington Dr

1700 Grevelia St

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1714 Grevelia St, Unit B, Unit B

1801 Fair Oaks Ave

Golden Oaks Apartments

317 Monterey Rd
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815 Orange Grove Pl, Unit 815, Unit 815

1801 Fair Oaks Ave, Unit Unit O, Unit Unit O

1931 Fremont Ave

1004 Arroyo Dr

334 Monterey Rd

1308 Huntington Dr

1209 Pine St

1303 Lyndon St

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1170 Huntington Dr

601 Meridian Ave

1141 Pine St

The Pinewood

1207 Huntington Dr

265 Monterey Rd

Lyndon Capri

1156 Huntington Dr

659 Grand Ave

630 Brent Ave
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2028 Meridian Ave

1728 Grevelia St

Huntington Villas

Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments

The San Rafael Apartments

501 Magnolia St

1218 Pine St

711 Orange Grove Ave

454 Mission St

2052 Meridian Ave
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312 La France Ave, Unit 312B

5648 Berkshire Dr, Unit C

Pasadena Park Place

5328 Almont St

6307 Elgin St, Unit 1

6307 Elgin St.

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2401 W Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Monterey Apartments

210 N Fremont Ave

Acre Heights Apartments
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Olga, South Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olga?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olga Studio Apartments | $1,811 | $1,400 | $2,319 |
| Olga 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,200 | $2,939 |
| Olga 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,828 | $2,395 | $3,509 |
| Olga 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,521 | $3,350 | $5,420 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Olga Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Olga Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olga area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Park Place priced from $1,629. 6307 Elgin St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Olga apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Park Place | The Ritz | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| 6307 Elgin St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Monterey Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 254 Monterey Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Huntington Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | R 1+1 AA patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,380 |
| 1700 Grevelia St | E | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Golden Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,675 |
| 317 Monterey Rd | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olga, CA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olga area is the $3.23 price per square foot 1801 Fair Oaks Ave Model at 1801 Fair Oaks Ave, Unit Unit O in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Olga apartment is the All units Model at Acre Heights Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olga apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1801 Fair Oaks Ave, Unit Unit O | 1801 Fair Oaks Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Acre Heights Apartments | All units | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 AA patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 1700 Grevelia St | E | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Huntington Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 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 |
| Monterey Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 6307 Elgin St. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOlga, South Pasadena, CA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Olga, South Pasadena, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olga Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Olga?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Olga is at Pasadena Park Place listed at $1,629.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olga Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olga Apartment is $2,000 at Monterey Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olga Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olga is starting from $2,395 at 1700 Grevelia St.
What is the most affordable Olga Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Olga Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acre Heights Apartments and starts from $3,350.
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