Cheap Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA from $900 (56 Rentals)

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2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001
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Hudson Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson Gardens

1255 Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91104
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255-265 Grandview St
1 Bedroom Apartments

255-265 Grandview St

255-265 Grandview StPasadena, CA 91104
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1193 Washington Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1193 Washington Blvd

1193 Washington BlvdPasadena, CA 91104
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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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550 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Prescott 5
Studio Apartments

Prescott 5

629 Prescott StPasadena, CA 91104
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1401 N Los Robles Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 N Los Robles Ave

1401 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104
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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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The Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas

231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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44 N Oak Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

44 N Oak Ave

44 N Oak AvePasadena, CA 91107
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250 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

250 N Oakland Ave

250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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63 San Marino Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

63 San Marino Ave

63 San Marino AvePasadena, CA 91107
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350 S Sierra Madre Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

350 S Sierra Madre Blvd

350 S Sierra Madre BlvdPasadena, CA 91107
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170 N El Molino Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

170 N El Molino Ave

170 N El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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815 E Villa St
1 Bedroom Apartments

815 E Villa St

815 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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Morningside Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Morningside Apartments

2640 Morningside StPasadena, CA 91107
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Parke Pasadena
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parke Pasadena

271 Parke StPasadena, CA 91101
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Pasadena
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pasadena

34 Parkwood AvePasadena, CA 91107
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Cottages D' Caroline
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottages D' Caroline

390-400 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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881 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

881 N Oakland Ave

881 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91104
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Casa Allena
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Allena

156 Meridith AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Michigan Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Michigan Apartments

165 N Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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165 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

165 Catalina Ave

165 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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lak109
1 Bedroom Apartments

lak109

1091 N Lake AvePasadena, CA 91104

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Cheapest Available Altadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Altadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,505. 275 N. Oakland in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,833. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,505
275 N. Oakland0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,833
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$1,850
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
lak1091BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $1.78 price per square foot 438 N Chester Ave Model at 438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,175. The second greatest value Altadena apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION starting at $4,000 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438438 N Chester Ave3BR,1BA$1.78
APT THE MADISON COLLECTION2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.97
125 Allen Ave, Unit 218125 Allen Ave1BR,1BA$2.18
The Stuart at Sierra Madre VillaThe Colorado2BR,2BA$3.07
The Madison ApartmentsSECOND FLOOR #2042BR,2BA$2.90
The Foothills at Eaton CanyonThe Foothills2BR,1.5BA$2.70
27 E Montana StOne bedroom1BR,1BA$2.30
613 E Washington Blvd, Unit 1613 E Washington Blvd2BR,1BA$2.66
Del Mar Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.05
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$2.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Altadena, CA

Ranked #224

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altadena Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Altadena?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Altadena is at Pasadena Studios listed at $1,505.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Altadena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Altadena Apartment is $1,850 at 853-861 N Raymond Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Altadena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Altadena is starting from $2,495 at 27 E Montana St.

What is the most affordable Altadena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Altadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pasadena Gateway Villas and starts from $5,035.

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