
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bellefontaine Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (16 Rentals)
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Bellefontaine, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bellefontaine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellefontaine Studio Apartments | $2,694 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Bellefontaine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $1,875 | $5,685 |
| Bellefontaine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,271 | $2,300 | $7,818 |
| Bellefontaine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,040 | $3,789 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bellefontaine Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bellefontaine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bellefontaine 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 Bellefontaine apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Pasadena Park Place | The Ritz | Studio,1BA | $1,569 |
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bellefontaine, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bellefontaine area is the $2.41 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1021 Grove in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Bellefontaine apartment is the 521 Upstairs Model at 521 N Marguerita Ave starting at $2,300 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bellefontaine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1021 Grove | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 521 N Marguerita Ave | 521 Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 278 E Washington Blvd | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Molino House | El Molino House-7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| 760 Earlham St | 8 | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bellefontaine Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bellefontaine?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bellefontaine is under $2,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bellefontaine?
The cheapest apartment in Bellefontaine is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Bellefontaine costs $4,658.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bellefontaine?
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 34 regular apartments in Bellefontaine 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 Bellefontaine?
Cheap apartments in Bellefontaine have an average cost of $494 which is $4,164 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bellefontaine.
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