
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Catalina Villas Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (78 Rentals)
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140 N Wilson Ave, Unit 5

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
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641-651 N Hill Ave

1388 E Orange Grove Blvd

Catalina Cottages

131 N Mar Vista Ave

147 N Michigan Ave

430 N Chester Ave

105 N Wilson Ave

East Orange Grove Apartments

101 N Hill Ave

39 N Michigan Ave
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1310 Orange Grove Blvd

1215 E Orange Grove Blvd

666 N Hill Ave

1053 E Orange Grove Blvd

471 N Holliston Ave

592 N Mar Vista Ave

303 Hill Ave

651-657 N Michigan Ave

505 Mar Vista Ave

393 Wilson Ave
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537 Catalina Ave

509 Mar Vista Ave

519 Mar Vista Ave

430-440 N Catalina Ave

575-579 Hill Ave

168 Catalina Ave

Holliston Garden Apartments

508 N Hill Ave

259 N Chester Ave

548 Michigan Ave
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437 Chester Ave

550 Catalina Ave

mic130

Sycamore Apartments

Camellia Apartments

435 N Wilson Ave

56 N Wilson Ave

102 N Holliston Ave

Mar Vista Apartments

Monarch Terrace
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Catalina Villas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina Villas Studio Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
| Catalina Villas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $1,850 | $2,395 |
| Catalina Villas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Catalina Villas Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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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 May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Catalina Villas area is the $3.21 price per square foot 418 N Chester Ave Model at 418 N Chester Ave, Unit #4 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Catalina Villas apartment is the 573 N Mar Vista Ave Model at 573 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,850 with a $3.08 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418 N Chester Ave, Unit #4 | 418 N Chester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 573 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1 | 573 N Mar Vista Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 148 Catalina Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 140 N Wilson Ave, Unit 5 | 140 N Wilson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCatalina Villas, Pasadena, CA
Ranked #43
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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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