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325 E Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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Pasadena Studios
280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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161 Chestnut StPasadena, CA 91103
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275 N Oakland Ave
275 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,750
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559 Lincoln Ave, Unit 559, Unit 559
559 Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103
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330-350 Waldo Ave
330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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190 S Marengo Ave
190 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255 S Madison Ave
255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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85 Madison N Ave, Unit 34, Unit 34
85 Madison N AvePasadena, CA 91101
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553 Lincoln Ave, Unit 553 Lincoln Ave, Unit 553 Lincoln Ave
553 Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103
335 S Los Robles Ave
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The Historic Stanley
149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Thistle
262 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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280 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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285 N. Oakland
285 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
330 Cordova St, Unit 330, Unit 330
330 Cordova St
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Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments
265-275 S Arroyo PkyPasadena, CA 91105
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350 S Oakland
350 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Holly Street Village
151-151 E Holly StPasadena, CA 91103
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Westgate Apartments
231 S De Lacey AvePasadena, CA 91105
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22 W Green StPasadena, CA 91105
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Villas of Pasadena
300 E Bellevue DrPasadena, CA 91101
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165 S De Lacey AvePasadena, CA 91105
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75 W Walnut StPasadena, CA 91103
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276 E Bellevue Dr
276 E Bellevue DrPasadena, CA 91101
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AMLI Old Pasadena
75 W Holly StPasadena, CA 91103
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350 E Del Mar Blvd, Unit SI FL2-ID862
350 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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65 W Dayton StPasadena, CA 91105
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343 Madison Ave
343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Oakland Apartments
361 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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335 S Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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The Villas
231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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275 Marengo Ave
275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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250 N Oakland Ave
250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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161 S Madison Ave
161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Oakland Gardens
400-420 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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296 Oakland Apartments
296 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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267 S Madison Ave
267 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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320 E Del Mar Blvd
320 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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450 Los Robles Ave
450 Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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228-230 S Oakland Ave
228-230 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Stone Pine Apartments
385-395 Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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435 N Euclid Ave
435 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Royal del Mar
325 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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270-280 S Oakland Ave
270-280 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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189 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255 Oakland Ave
255 Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Bolton House Apartments
370-W W Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91105
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303 N Oakland Ave
303 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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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 | $2,926 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Old Town Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,277 | $1,375 | $6,392 |
| Old Town Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,496 | $3,000 | $7,747 |
| Old Town Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,530 | $3,879 | $6,428 |
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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 BR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,794 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Brookmore Apartments | Premium Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,179 |
| The Historic Stanley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Terraces at Paseo Colorado | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,328 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town Pasadena, CA
As of May 22, 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 Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Terraces at Paseo Colorado starting at $4,099 with a $3.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catania | Fair Oaks Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.15 |
| Terraces at Paseo Colorado | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.30 |
| 276 E Bellevue Dr | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1.5ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.94 |
| The Hallie | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 559 Lincoln Ave, Unit 559 | 559 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
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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 $2,328.
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 $4,320.
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 19 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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