
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA from $1,100 (62 Rentals)
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1915 Minoru Dr

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave

161 Chestnut St

Pasadena Studios

Aqua Courtyard Suites

275 N. Oakland

Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better Living

409 N Los Robles Ave

279 N Euclid Ave
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1712 N Sierra Bonita Ave

2563 Nina St, Unit 2563

411 Douglas St, Unit #2

440 N Madison Ave

93 N Holliston Ave

Hudson Gardens

255-265 Grandview St

Wright Avenue Apartments

1868-1874 N Lincoln Ave

530 N Wilson Ave
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1193 Washington Blvd

73 S Michigan Ave

550 Catalina Ave

1590 N Fair Oaks Ave

Prescott 5

Villa Capri Apartments

The Villas

132 N Allen Ave

1401 N Los Robles Ave

250 N Oakland Ave
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44 N Oak Ave

567 N Holliston Ave

350 S Sierra Madre Blvd

Cottages D' Caroline

Sierra Madre Apartments

Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides

815 E Villa St

lak109

mic130

Sycamore Apartments
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881 N Oakland Ave

san63

Casa Allena

296 Oakland Apartments

165 Catalina Ave

26 Units Prime Pasadena

La Wayne Apartments

990 Valley View Ave
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Altadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Altadena Studio Apartments | $2,530 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $1,260 | $4,175 |
| Cheap Altadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,917 | $2,250 | $5,950 |
| Cheap Altadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,507 | $4,795 | $6,652 |
| Cheap Altadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,950 | $5,950 | $5,950 |
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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 $1,350. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altadena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better Living | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Brookmore Apartments | Premium Studio Options | Studio,1BA | $2,079 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $1.99 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Altadena apartment is the 1156 E Orange Grove Blvd Model at 1156 E Orange Grove Blvd, Unit 1156 starting at $2,300 with a $1.77 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.99 |
| 1156 E Orange Grove Blvd, Unit 1156 | 1156 E Orange Grove Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 456 FLATS | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.52 |
| 278 E Washington Blvd | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 271 Parke St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 570 Los Robles | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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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 $1,795 at mic130.
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.
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