
Cheap Homes for Rent in Altadena, CA from $1,700 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Altadena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Altadena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,616 | $2,595 | $4,500 |
Altadena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,801 | $2,975 | $10,000+ |
Altadena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Altadena 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,100 | $8,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Altadena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Altadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,373. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. 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 | $1,373 |
Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Sierra Madre Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA and Nearby
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $2.24 price per square foot Two bedroom Model at 27 E Montana St in the in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Altadena apartment is the 992 Emerson St Model at 992 Emerson St, Unit #996 starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 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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27 E Montana St | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
992 Emerson St, Unit #996 | 992 Emerson St | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Harmony Court Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
2167 Casa Grande St, Unit UTILITIES INCLUDED | 2167 Casa Grande St | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
613 E Washington Blvd, Unit 1 | 613 E Washington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
735 Worcester Ave, Unit 3 | 735 Worcester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Pasadena Gateway Villas | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
Sierra Madre Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Altadena
What type of rentals are currently available in Altadena?
There are currently 1174 Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,373 to $10,000. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altadena ranging from $1,700 to $16,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altadena?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altadena ranges from $1,700 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,708.
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