Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $2,250 (27 Rentals)

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275 Marengo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

275 Marengo Ave

275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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343 Madison Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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400 California Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

400 California Blvd

400 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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241 S Hudson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

241 S Hudson Ave

241 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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550 E California Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

550 E California Blvd

550 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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250 N Oakland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

250 N Oakland Ave

250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

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Royal del Mar
2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal del Mar

325 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Stonehurst
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehurst

140 S Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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303 N Oakland Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

303 N Oakland Ave

303 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Casa De Ville
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Ville

445 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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161 S Madison Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

161 S Madison Ave

161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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147 Oak Knoll Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

147 Oak Knoll Ave

147 Oak Knoll AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Stone Pine Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Pine Apartments

385-395 Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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305 California Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

305 California Blvd

305 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Monarch Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Monarch Terrace

171 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Pasadena Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Pasadena?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Pasadena is under $2,195.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pasadena?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pasadena is 276 E Bellevue Dr which is listed at $3,000, while the average apartment in Downtown Pasadena costs $4,415.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 16 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Pasadena?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Pasadena have an average cost of $302 which is $4,113 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Pasadena.

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