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

Aqua Courtyard Suites

997 Emerson St, Unit 999A Emerson St

2167 Casa Grande St, Unit ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED

275 N. Oakland
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853-861 N Raymond Ave

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279 N Euclid Ave

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2444 E Del Mar Blvd
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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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Cheap Altadena Studio Apartments | $2,918 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $1,150 | $4,175 |
Cheap Altadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,939 | $2,395 | $5,950 |
Cheap Altadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,188 | $2,900 | $6,575 |
Cheap Altadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,765 | $6,765 | $6,765 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
275 N. Oakland | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,833 |
853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
lak109 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438 | 438 N Chester Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.97 |
125 Allen Ave, Unit 218 | 125 Allen Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
The Stuart at Sierra Madre Villa | The Colorado | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
The Madison Apartments | SECOND FLOOR #204 | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
The Foothills at Eaton Canyon | The Foothills | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.70 |
27 E Montana St | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
613 E Washington Blvd, Unit 1 | 613 E Washington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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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 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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