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1689 Amberwood Dr, South Pasadena, CA 91030, USA|South Pasadena
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Property Overview
1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and convenient access to nearby points of interest. It also ranks well for value for money and presents a detailed, trustworthy property profile.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
- Elevator
Floor plans
| 1x1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $2,025 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030
Apartment Amenities
| Blinds | Laminate Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Oven | Stove/Oven |
Building
| Controlled Access | Elevator |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Gate |
Services
| On-Site Management |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Application Fee
Per-applicant.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
$2,025
Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in South Pasadena
1-bedroom apartments at 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030 cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Pasadena.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
South Pasadena
South Pasadena
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | $1,782 |
| May 2025 | $1,735 |
| June 2025 | $1,707 |
| July 2025 | $1,769 |
| August 2025 | $1,798 |
| September 2025 | $1,833 |
| October 2025 | $1,882 |
| November 2025 | $2,034 |
| December 2025 | $1,867 |
| January 2026 | $1,687 |
| March 2026 | $1,931 |
| April 2026 | $1,895 |
| May 2026 | $1,891 |
| June 2026 | $1,798 |
| July 2026 | $1,775 |
| August 2026 | $1,829 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | $1,782 |
| May 2025 | $1,732 |
| June 2025 | $1,695 |
| July 2025 | $1,795 |
| October 2025 | $1,890 |
| November 2025 | $2,034 |
| June 2026 | $1,798 |
| July 2026 | $1,775 |
| August 2026 | $1,787 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1689 Amberwood Dr?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$81,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $81,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,025.
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Schools near 1689 Amberwood Drive South Pasadena CA 91030
Marengo Elementary School
1400 marengo ave
south pasadena, CA, 91030
K-5Public
A+
Duff Language Magnet Academy
7830 dorothy ave
rosemead, CA, 91770
K-6Public
B+
Garvey School District Head Start - State Preschool
795 pepper st
monterey park, CA, 91755
PKPublic
Fourth Street Primary Center
469 amalia ave
los angeles, CA, 90022
K-1Public
Computer Science Virtual Academy
333 s beaudry ave 11th floor
los angeles, CA, 90017
K-12Public
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Getting around South Pasadena near 1689 Amberwood Dr
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1689 Amberwood Dr, South Pasadena
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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