Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,500 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Arroyo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Arroyo Studio Apartments | $4,697 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
South Arroyo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,603 | $2,200 | $5,930 |
South Arroyo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,745 | $2,350 | $6,750 |
South Arroyo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,652 | $6,652 | $6,652 |
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Cheapest Available South Arroyo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Arroyo area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Palm Gardens Apartments priced from $2,200. Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable South Arroyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 corner | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Holly Street Village | 1.1 B | 1BR,1BA | $2,815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Arroyo, CA
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Arroyo area is the $3.10 price per square foot 2br/1 ba Model at Amberwood Drive in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value South Arroyo 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 Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Arroyo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Amberwood Drive | 2br/1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 corner | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
APT PALERMO | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.88 |
Holly Street Village | 1.1 A | 1BR,1BA | $5.36 |
Trio Apartments | A | Studio ,1BA | $5.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Arroyo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Arroyo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Arroyo Apartment is $2,200 at Palm Gardens Apartments.
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