
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town Pasadena Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $900 (46 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, Unit 22

161 Chestnut St, Unit 1

330-350 Waldo Ave

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85 Madison N Ave, Unit 34

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255 S Madison Ave

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279 N Euclid Ave

335 S Los Robles Ave
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190 S Marengo Ave

Thistle

275 N. Oakland

330 Cordova St, Unit 330

The Hallie

285 N. Oakland

Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments

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343 Madison Ave

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The Villas

275 Marengo Ave

250 N Oakland Ave

161 S Madison Ave

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267 S Madison Ave

320 E Del Mar Blvd

450 Los Robles Ave

228-230 S Oakland Ave

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Royal del Mar

270-280 S Oakland Ave

435 N Euclid Ave

255 Oakland Ave
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Bolton House Apartments

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Casa De Ville

303 N. Oakland

Oakland Manor

350 S Oakland

221 N Raymond Ave, Unit 8

Terraces at Paseo Colorado

Euclid Place Apartments
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220-222 S Oakland Ave
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 | $3,009 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Old Town Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $1,350 | $5,376 |
| Old Town Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,134 | $3,000 | $7,180 |
| Old Town Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,290 | $4,037 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 46 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 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio priced from $981. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Old Town Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| 435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,187 |
| Thistle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,224 |
| 275 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,291 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,623 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town Pasadena, CA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town Pasadena area is the $2.34 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Euclid Place Apartments in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Old Town Pasadena apartment is the 2 bedrooms Model at 276 E Bellevue Dr starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the South Pasadena 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euclid Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 276 E Bellevue Dr | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| The Hallie | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
| 275 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| 435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 85 Madison N Ave, Unit 34 | 85 Madison N Ave | Studio ,1BA | $3.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Town Pasadena, Los Angeles, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Town Pasadena Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Town Pasadena?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Town Pasadena is under $2,623.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Town Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in Old Town Pasadena is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Old Town Pasadena costs $5,527.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Town Pasadena?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Old Town Pasadena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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