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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA from $800 (97 Rentals)
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$1,116 - $1,303Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Stanley Apartments
149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Pasadena Studios
280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,595Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Aqua Courtyard Suites
1299 E Green StPasadena, CA 91106
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$1,7951 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1
997 Emerson St, Unit 999A Emerson St
997 Emerson StPasadena, CA 91106
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$1,795Studio Apartment Available Now
2167 Casa Grande St, Unit ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED
2167 Casa Grande StPasadena, CA 91104
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$1,004 - $2,8601 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
5952-5960 Benner St
5952-5960 Benner StLos Angeles, CA 90042
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Pasadena, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,836 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,846 | $1,150 | $5,791 |
| Cheap Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,835 | $1,032 | $8,319 |
| Cheap Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,925 | $2,900 | $6,575 |
| Cheap Pasadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,188 | $4,400 | $6,765 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pasadena, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pasadena, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pasadena Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Pasadena | $2,272 | $1,795 | 3 |
| Southeast Pasadena | $3,151 | $2,000 | 4 |
| East Pasadena | $3,387 | $1,485 | 24 |
| Raymond Hill | $4,537 | $1,505 | 93 |
Cheapest Available Pasadena Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Pasadena, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $981. Rosemead in the East San Gabriel neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pasadena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Rosemead | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| The Tropicana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,677 |
| mon5233 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Villa Tramonti | STUDIO LARGE RENO | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| Reflections at Yosemite | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,813 |
| 275 N. Oakland | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,833 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pasadena area is the $2.44 price per square foot 4BR Model at 944 N Avenue 50 in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Pasadena apartment is the 438 N Chester Ave Model at 438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438 starting at $3,175 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 944 N Avenue 50 | 4BR | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.44 |
| 438 N Chester Ave, Unit 438 | 438 N Chester Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 414 N Monterey St, Unit A | 414 N Monterey St | 3BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| 809 Brent Ave, Unit 3 | 809 Brent Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 1005 W Duarte Rd, Unit 10 | 1005 W Duarte Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| 125 Allen Ave, Unit 218 | 125 Allen Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 27 E Montana St | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Kenwood | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pasadena Overview
Living in Pasadena, California can provide you with many great opportunities to be close to work , entertainment spots, food and fun. Known for its ties to the world of theater and to the movies, Pasadena is in a valley surrounded by beautiful scenery, majestic mountains, shopping, and much more!
Why live in Pasadena, CA?
Apartments in Pasadena will afford you the opportunity of living close to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory where work is done on creating spacecraft to launch into orbit. Pasadena is also home to the Rose Bowl and is also famous for its Rose Bowl flea market and the Rose Parade. It is the birthplace to the late, great Jackie Robinson, and it is situated close to the lush Angeles National Forest. It is located to the north and west of Los Angeles, and so much of the glamor of Hollywood bleeds over into its streets and history. In addition, Pasadena is only a half an hour's drive from the beach.
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Getting Around Pasadena, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
55 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pasadena Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pasadena?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pasadena is under $1,833.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in Pasadena is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Pasadena costs $3,336.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 10 regular apartments in Pasadena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pasadena?
Cheap apartments in Pasadena have an average cost of $253 which is $3,083 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pasadena.
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