
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town Pasadena Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $900 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old Town Pasadena area of Los Angeles.


Pasadena Studios

165 Chestnut St

275 N Oakland Ave

Thistle

330-350 Waldo Ave

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255 S Madison Ave

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279 N Euclid Ave

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267 S Madison Ave

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The Historic Stanley
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190 S Marengo Ave

435 N Euclid Ave

275 Cordova St

255 Oakland Ave

The Hallie

350 S Oakland

560 E Villa St

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369 Waldo Ave, Unit 5

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343 Madison Ave

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The Villas

250 N Oakland Ave

275 Marengo Ave
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161 S Madison Ave

400-420 N. Oakland Ave

Brookmore Apartments

296 Oakland Apartments

380 Cordova St

320 E Del Mar Blvd

450 Los Robles Ave

228-230 S Oakland Ave

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234 Fair Oaks Ave
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Royal del Mar

270-280 S Oakland Ave

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303 N Oakland Ave

Casa De Ville

Oakland Manor

Terraces at Paseo Colorado

285 N. Oakland

220-222 S Oakland Ave

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Old Town Pasadena, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Town Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Town Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,866 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Old Town Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,218 | $1,350 | $5,685 |
| Old Town Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,578 | $2,545 | $7,818 |
| Old Town Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,251 | $3,789 | $4,714 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town Pasadena Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Town Pasadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Town Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios priced from $1,350. Thistle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Old Town Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Thistle | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Brookmore Apartments | Studio-Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Historic Stanley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,012 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,012 |
| 255 Oakland Ave | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town Pasadena, CA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town Pasadena area is the $3.15 price per square foot Fair Oaks Ave Model at Catania in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $7,325. The second greatest value Old Town Pasadena apartment is the B6 Model at Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments starting at $4,170 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the South Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Town Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catania | Fair Oaks Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.15 |
| Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| The Madison Collection | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.31 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 369 Waldo Ave, Unit 5 | 369 Waldo Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| Terraces at Paseo Colorado | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 255 Oakland Ave | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Town Pasadena, Los Angeles, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Town Pasadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Town Pasadena is at Pasadena Studios listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town Pasadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Town Pasadena Apartment is $1,825 at 400-420 N. Oakland Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Town Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Town Pasadena is starting from $2,595 at 400-420 N. Oakland Ave.
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