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Arpeggio
325 E Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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Pasadena Studios
280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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85 Madison N AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255 S Madison Ave
255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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148 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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The Historic Stanley
149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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215 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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999 Locust StPasadena, CA 91106
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529 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91011
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454 S Oak Knoll Ave, Unit 6
454 S Oak Knoll AvePasadena, CA 91101
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540 E California Blvd
540 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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190 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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999 Locust StPasadena, CA 91106
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195 S Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
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262 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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275 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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529-541 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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537 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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280 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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999 Locust StPasadena, CA 91106
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999 Locust StPasadena, CA 91106
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58 N Wilson Ave, Unit 58
58 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
330 Cordova St, Unit 330
330 Cordova St
PasadenaCA91101
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686 E Union StPasadena, CA 91101
300 N El Molino Ave, Unit 126
300 N El Molino Ave
PasadenaCA91101
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678 E Walnut StPasadena, CA 91101
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621 E Colorado BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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721 Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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285 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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645 E Union StPasadena, CA 91101
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300 E Bellevue DrPasadena, CA 91101
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25 S Oak Knoll AvePasadena, CA 91101
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289 N El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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801 E Walnut StPasadena, CA 91101
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290 N Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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276 E Bellevue Dr
276 E Bellevue DrPasadena, CA 91101
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350 E Del Mar Blvd, Unit SI FL1-ID860
350 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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286 N Madison Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1153
286 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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350 E Del Mar Blvd, Unit GO FL3-ID859
350 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
300 N El Molino Ave, Unit El Molino Terrace #117
300 N El Molino Ave
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533 S Hudson Ave
533 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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343 Madison Ave
343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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361 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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335 S Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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275 Marengo Ave
275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,311 | $1,350 | $2,749 |
| Downtown Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,004 | $1,875 | $4,057 |
| Downtown Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,181 | $2,300 | $5,950 |
| Downtown Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,120 | $4,029 | $7,055 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Pasadena Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Pasadena 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 Downtown Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 148 Catalina Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Madison Luxury Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 540 E California Blvd | 1bdrm 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pasadena area is the $3.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom F Model at Alur Apartments in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Downtown Pasadena apartment is the 2 bedrooms Model at 276 E Bellevue Dr starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alur Apartments | 2 Bedroom F | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| 276 E Bellevue Dr | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| 529-541 S. El Molino Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Madison Luxury Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 58 N Wilson Ave, Unit 58 | 58 N Wilson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 275 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| wil195 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 540 E California Blvd | 1bdrm 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 454 S Oak Knoll Ave, Unit 6 | 454 S Oak Knoll Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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 $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pasadena is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Downtown Pasadena costs $4,928.
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 10 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 $373 which is $4,555 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Pasadena.
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