
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Town Pasadena Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

409 N Los Robles Ave

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279 N Euclid Ave

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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 | $2,805 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Old Town Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,203 | $1,260 | $5,216 |
| Old Town Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,650 | $2,250 | $7,879 |
| Old Town Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,657 | $6,657 | $6,657 |
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There are currently 25 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 CR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| 255 S Madison Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Town Pasadena, CA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Town Pasadena area is the $2.74 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Old Town Pasadena apartment is the B6 Model at Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments starting at $3,948 with a $3.17 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.74 |
| Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Westgate Apartments | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| 119 S Los Robles Ave, Unit 512 | 119 S Los Robles Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 255 Oakland Ave | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Oakland Manor | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 320 E Del Mar Blvd | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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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 $1,999.
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 $6,657.
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 18 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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