
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA (576 Rentals)


1915 Minoru Dr

819 Morada Pl

917 E Mendocino St

2548-2562 El Molino Ave

2500-2512 Lake Ave

2055 Santa Rosa Ave

768-774 E Sacramento St

738 E Sacramento St

2015 Lovila Ln
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2058 Lake Ave

1985-1989 N Lake Ave

1995-1995 N Lake Ave

2003 Lake Ave

725 E Pine St

111-119 E Pine St

937-945 E Mariposa St

2067 EL Molino Ave

701 E Pine St

2468-2474 El Molino Ave
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1936 Lake Ave

404-410 E Altadena Dr

2076 Lake Ave

Pine Lake Apartments

808 E Sacramento St

451 E Sacramento St

2131-2147 Raymond Ave

Millard Creek

820 E Mendocino St

2282 Maiden Ln
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856 Alameda St

729-737 E Sacramento St

2165 Raymond Ave

2099 Raymond Ave

Altadena Vista Senior Apartments

Mirador Apartments

Agave

620 W Altadena Dr

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave

Catalonia
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Studios at Walnut

760 Earlham St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altadena Studio Apartments | $2,515 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,917 | $1,375 | $4,668 |
| Altadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,928 | $2,250 | $5,950 |
| Altadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,584 | $3,250 | $6,428 |
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Largest Available Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Altadena, CA is found at Studios at Walnut in the East San Gabriel neighborhood and is 1,500 square feet priced from $3,200. Altadena Townhouse Apartments in the Christmas Tree Lane neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $2,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Altadena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studios at Walnut | Studio #4 | 1,500 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| Altadena Townhouse Apartments | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,350 | |
| Avila | B2-1 | 927 Sq Ft | $3,699 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | Cl1 | 925 Sq Ft | $3,765 |
| THEO | Arroyo | 819 Sq Ft | $2,928 |
| The Stuart at Sierra Madre Villa | The Anita | 792 Sq Ft | $2,767 |
| The Hudson | W-B6.1 | 764 Sq Ft | $3,014 |
| Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $2,190 |
| Bell Pasadena | A1E | 736 Sq Ft | $2,855 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 724 Sq Ft | $2,383 |
Cheapest Available Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Altadena, CA is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $1,875 at 170 N El Molino Ave in the South Pasadena neighborhood. The second most affordable Altadena 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 148 Catalina Ave starting at $1,900 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Altadena is currently $2,917. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Altadena:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | $1,875 |
| 148 Catalina Ave | 1 Bedroom | $1,900 |
| 777 E Villa St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,925 |
| 760 Earlham St | 8 | $2,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Altadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Altadena with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Altadena is at 170 N El Molino Ave listed at $1,875.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Altadena Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Altadena is $2,917.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Altadena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Altadena is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at Studios at Walnut.
What is the average size for Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Altadena is currently 750 sq ft.
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