Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA from $900 (137 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

Emerald Apartments

170 El Molino N Ave, Unit 3

83 N Greenwood Ave

5648 Berkshire Dr

Jade Court

Rosewood Gardens
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78 S Berkeley Ave

837 S Sierra Vista Ave

1024 S Atlantic Blvd

258 S San Marcos St

850 S Rosemead Blvd

45 S Vinedo Ave

2167 Casa Grande St, Unit B3
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3836 E Foothill Blvd, Unit #B

508-512 N Electric Ave

190 S Rosemead Blvd, Unit 3

410 N Euclid Ave, Unit #9

279 N Euclid Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marino?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Marino Studio Apartments | $2,987 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
San Marino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $1,750 | $5,930 |
San Marino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,186 | $2,000 | $7,385 |
San Marino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,118 | $2,945 | $6,652 |
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Cheapest Available San Marino Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marino, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,325. Emerald Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marino apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Emerald Apartments | Unit #34 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
dua853 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Madison Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
722-724 Sunset Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
258 S San Marcos St | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
The Boulevard | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA and Nearby
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino 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 San Marino apartment is the 804 Merrett Dr Model at 804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1 starting at $2,750 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marino apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bay State Terrace | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1 | 804 Merrett Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
315 Broadway E, Unit 107 | 315 Broadway E | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
570 N El Molino Ave, Unit 570 | 570 N El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Second Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom - center | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
429 N Electric Ave, Unit B | 429 N Electric Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Valley Manor Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
The Kenwood | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Getting Around San Marino, CA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Marino Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Marino?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Marino is at Aqua Courtyard Suites listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marino Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marino Apartment is $1,750 at Rosewood Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Marino Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marino is starting from $2,000 at Valley Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Marino Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Marino Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Broadway Apartments and starts from $2,945.
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