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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 $1,505. 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 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $2.97 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Altadena apartment is the Two bedroom Model at 27 E Montana St starting at $2,495 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the North 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.
APT THE MADISON COLLECTION2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.97
27 E Montana StTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00
125 Allen Ave, Unit 218125 Allen Ave1BR,1BA$2.18
The Madison ApartmentsSECOND FLOOR #2042BR,2BA$2.90
The Foothills at Eaton CanyonThe Foothills2BR,1.5BA$2.70
Harmony Court Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.10
780 Earlham St2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.10
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Altadena

What type of rentals are currently available in Altadena?

There are currently 1179 Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $10,000. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altadena ranging from $1,500 to $15,000.

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 $1,500 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,308.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Altadena?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Altadena range from $2,900 to $6,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,550 to $8,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,765.

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