
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Catalina Villas Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (76 Rentals)
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70 N Catalina Ave

Wilson Courtyard

544-550 N Mentor Ave

1108 E Villa St

638-650 Mar Vista Ave

1380 E Villa St

1107-1111 E Villa St

279-281 N Holliston Ave

641-651 N Hill Ave
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1388 E Orange Grove Blvd

147 N Michigan Ave

131 N Mar Vista Ave

Catalina Cottages

105 N Wilson Ave

East Orange Grove Apartments

101 N Hill Ave

471 N Holliston Ave

592 N Mar Vista Ave

303 Hill Ave
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1310 Orange Grove Blvd

1053 E Orange Grove Blvd

1215 E Orange Grove Blvd

666 N Hill Ave

39 N Michigan Ave

651-657 N Michigan Ave

505 Mar Vista Ave

112 Mar Vista Ave

393 Wilson Ave

537 Catalina Ave
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509 Mar Vista Ave

519 Mar Vista Ave

430-440 N Catalina Ave

548 Michigan Ave

168 Catalina Ave

437 Chester Ave

575-579 Hill Ave

259 N Chester Ave

Holliston Garden Apartments

508 N Hill Ave
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550 Catalina Ave

mic130

Sycamore Apartments

Camellia Apartments

435 N Wilson Ave

56 N Wilson Ave

Magnolia Apartments

102 N Holliston Ave

Mar Vista Apartments

Monarch Terrace
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Catalina Villas, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Catalina Villas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Villas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,745 | $2,250 |
| Catalina Villas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $2,650 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Catalina Villas Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148 Catalina Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Catalina Villas, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Catalina Villas area is the $3.63 price per square foot 607 N Mar Vista Ave Model at 607 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Catalina Villas apartment is the 1129 E Maple St Model at 1129 E Maple St, Unit 1129 starting at $1,745 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Catalina Villas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 607 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1 | 607 N Mar Vista Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| 1129 E Maple St, Unit 1129 | 1129 E Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 573 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1 | 573 N Mar Vista Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 576 N Wilson Ave, Unit 576 | 576 N Wilson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| 148 Catalina Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCatalina Villas, Pasadena, CA
Ranked #43
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Catalina Villas Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Catalina Villas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Catalina Villas Apartment is $1,900 at 148 Catalina Ave.
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