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Los Angeles's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Downtown, South Pasadena, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,707 | $2,100 | $3,595 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,067 | $2,195 | $4,355 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,070 | $2,690 | $5,530 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of South Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 317 Monterey Rd priced from $2,175. Lyndon Capri has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 317 Monterey Rd | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Lyndon Capri | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 2028 Meridian Ave | Unit A | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.64 price per square foot CREPE MYRTLE Model at Crepe Myrtle Apartments in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crepe Myrtle Apartments | CREPE MYRTLE | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Bay State Terrace | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Amberwood Drive | 2br/1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Park View Arbor Apartments | Jacaranda-16 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 1729 Raymond Hill Rd, Unit 3 | 1729 Raymond Hill Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 2028 Meridian Ave | Unit A | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Lyndon Capri | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 1801 Fair Oaks Ave, Unit R | 1801 Fair Oaks Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, South Pasadena, CA
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Among neighborhoods in South Pasadena, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in Downtown, South Pasadena, CA
South Pasadena Senior High
South Pasadena Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1477)
10 out of 10
South Pasadena Middle
South Pasadena Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1084)
9 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $2,631.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is 317 Monterey Rd which is listed at $2,175, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $4,060.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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