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361 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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789 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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650 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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335 S Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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44 N Oak AvePasadena, CA 91107
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120 N Orange Grove BlvdPasadena, CA 91103
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350 S Sierra Madre BlvdPasadena, CA 91107
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,503 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,862 | $1,000 | $6,449 |
| Cheap Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,763 | $2,000 | $8,528 |
| Cheap Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,128 | $2,695 | $6,428 |
| Cheap Pasadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $4,350 | $4,350 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pasadena, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026Current 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 |
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| Northeast Pasadena | $2,300 | $1,700 | 2 |
| East Pasadena | $3,250 | $1,452 | 21 |
| Southeast Pasadena | $3,322 | $1,900 | 5 |
| Raymond Hill | $4,330 | $1,350 | 142 |
Cheapest Available Pasadena Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,350. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pasadena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Rosemead | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,452 |
| Prescott 5 | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Reflections at Yosemite | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Sierra Madre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Jade Gardens Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better Living | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pasadena area is the $1.77 price per square foot 1148 W Huntington Dr Model at 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 25 in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Pasadena apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1021 Grove starting at $3,495 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the South Arroyo 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 25 | 1148 W Huntington Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 1021 Grove | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Studios at Walnut | Studio #5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| Fairview Apartments | 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Treasured Townhomes LLC | 2BD/1.5BTH Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| mon930 | 2+1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.42 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Bay State Terrace | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Jade Gardens Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Pasadena, CA
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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 $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in Pasadena is Jade Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Pasadena costs $3,300.
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 6 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 $170 which is $3,130 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pasadena.
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