
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA (485 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altadena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Altadena Studio Apartments | $2,909 | $1,239 | $10,000+ |
Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $1,700 | $4,175 |
Altadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,090 | $2,200 | $6,400 |
Altadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,599 | $3,000 | $6,643 |
Altadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,800 | $6,800 | $6,800 |
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Largest Available Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Altadena, CA is found at Pasadena Gateway Villas in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood and is 925 square feet priced from $2,440. Catalonia in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 829 square feet and currently listed start at $3,590. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Altadena:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Pasadena Gateway Villas | Cl1 | 925 Sq Ft | $2,440 |
Catalonia | One Bedroom | 829 Sq Ft | $3,590 |
City Place | Fuller | 800 Sq Ft | $3,257 |
Trio Apartments | H | 774 Sq Ft | $2,979 |
Avila | B6 | 754 Sq Ft | $3,279 |
Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 720 Sq Ft | $2,290 |
Thistle | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Large | 700 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
The Madison Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
303 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 671 Sq Ft | $2,337 |
Holly Street Village | 1.1 B | 667 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Cheapest Available Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Altadena, CA is the 853 #2 Model starting from $1,850 at 853-861 N Raymond Ave in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. The second most affordable Altadena 1 Bedroom is the C3 Model at Pasadena Gateway Villas starting at $1,925 in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Altadena is currently $2,969. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Altadena:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | $1,850 |
Pasadena Gateway Villas | C3 | $1,925 |
400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,995 |
La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,272 |
Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,290 |
279 N Euclid Ave | One Bedroom | $2,300 |
303 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,337 |
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Getting Around Altadena, CA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 853-861 N Raymond Ave listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Altadena Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Altadena is $2,969.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Altadena Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Altadena is a 925 square feet unit starting from $2,440 at Pasadena Gateway Villas.
What is the average size for Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Altadena is currently 628 sq ft.
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