Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA from $900 (130 Rentals)

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South Curtis Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Curtis Apartments

404-410 S Curtis AveAlhambra, CA 91803
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Coral Reef Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coral Reef Apartments

5730 N Willard AveSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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Stanley Apartments
Studio Apartments

Stanley Apartments

149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1931 Fremont Ave
Studio Apartments

1931 Fremont Ave

1931 Fremont AveSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Casa De Arco
Studio Apartments

Casa De Arco

9036 Duarte RdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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1004 Arroyo Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1004 Arroyo Dr

1004 Arroyo DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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259 S San Marcos St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

259 S San Marcos St

259 S San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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The Somerset
Studio Apartments

The Somerset

538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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530 N Wilson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Wilson Ave

530 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
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706 S Gladys Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

706 S Gladys Ave

706 S Gladys AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Juniper Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Juniper Pointe

6648 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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343 Madison Ave
Studio Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1308 Huntington Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1308 Huntington Dr

1308 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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334 Monterey Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

334 Monterey Rd

334 Monterey RdSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Molino Del Mar
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Molino Del Mar

306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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73 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

73 S Michigan Ave

73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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1209 Pine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1209 Pine St

1209 Pine StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Live Oak
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak

209 E Live Oak StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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550 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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1303 Lyndon St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Lyndon St

1303 Lyndon StSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1207 Huntington Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1207 Huntington Dr

1207 Huntington DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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1681 Amberwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1681 Amberwood Dr

1681 Amberwood DrSouth Pasadena, CA 91030
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Marianne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marianne Apartments

112 E Alhambra RdAlhambra, CA 91801
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Crestwood Apartments
Studio Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

820 Rosemead BlvdPasadena, CA 91107
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132 N Allen Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

132 N Allen Ave

132 N Allen AvePasadena, CA 91106
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San Marino, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Marino Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marino, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,373. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marino apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,375
Emerald ApartmentsUnit #34 - StudioStudio,1BA$1,500
200 S Madison AveUpper StudioStudio,1BA$1,629
Rosewood Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
dua8531BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,775
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
mic1301BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,837

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marino, CA and Nearby

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marino area is the $1.91 price per square foot 1201 S 4th St Model at 1201 S 4th St, Unit 1201 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value San Marino apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Bay State Terrace starting at $2,690 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marino apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1201 S 4th St, Unit 12011201 S 4th St1BR,1BA$1.91
Bay State Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.45
804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1804 Merrett Dr2BR,1BA$2.55
1104 S Marengo Ave2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.30
429 N Electric Ave, Unit B429 N Electric Ave2BR,1BA$2.40
1124 W Huntington Dr1124 W Huntington Dr2BR,2BA$2.61
Royal del Mar2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.33
Valley Manor Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.22
456 N Catalina Ave, Unit B456 N Catalina Ave1BR,1BA$2.39
The Kenwood2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.51

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Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Pasadena Studios listed at $1,373.

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.

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