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1915 Minoru Dr
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1915 Minoru Dr

1915 Minoru DrAltadena, CA 91001
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2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave
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2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001
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2080 Raymond Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2080 Raymond Ave

2080 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001

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115 N Parkwood Ave

PasadenaCA91107
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279 N Euclid Ave
$1,875 - $2,600
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279 N Euclid Ave

279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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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
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255-265 Grandview St

255-265 Grandview StPasadena, CA 91104
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1193 Washington Blvd
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1193 Washington Blvd

1193 Washington BlvdPasadena, CA 91104
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73 S Michigan Ave
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73 S Michigan Ave

73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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550 Catalina Ave
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550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Altadena, CA Local Guide

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 $1,350. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
Prescott 5studioStudio,1BA$1,500
Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better LivingR Studio AAStudio,1BA$1,700
400-420 N. Oakland Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,775
276 S Sierra Madre BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $2.49 price per square foot 3547 E Green St Model at 3547 E Green St, Unit A in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Altadena apartment is the Studio #5 Model at Studios at Walnut starting at $3,500 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel 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.
3547 E Green St, Unit A3547 E Green St3BR,2BA$2.49
Studios at WalnutStudio #52BR,1.5BA$2.59
572 N El Molino Ave, Unit 574572 N El Molino Ave1BR,1BA$2.30
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.36
278 E Washington Blvd2 bd 1 ba2BR,1BA$2.97
893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2893 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$2.67
Del Mar Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
760 Earlham St81BR,1BA$3.05
777 E Villa St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00
573 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1573 N Mar Vista Ave1BR,1BA$3.08

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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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 $1,350.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Altadena Apartment is $1,775 at 400-420 N. Oakland 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 $2,300 at 853-861 N Raymond Ave.

What is the most affordable Altadena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Altadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harmony Court Apartments and starts from $4,192.

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