Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA from $800 (18 Rentals)

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The Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas

231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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Brookmore Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookmore Apartments

189 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Ely House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ely House

465 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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190 S Marengo Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

190 S Marengo Ave

190 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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435 N Euclid Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

435 N Euclid Ave

435 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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The Mediterranean
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Mediterranean

824 Arcadia AveArcadia, CA 91007
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Casa Encanto
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Encanto

6805 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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346 San Marcos St
2 Bedroom Apartments

346 San Marcos St

346 San Marcos StSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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2705 W Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2705 W Main St

2705 W Main StAlhambra, CA 91801
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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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

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 $1,750.

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 $3,439.

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 36 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 $384 which is $3,055 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pasadena.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.