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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (33 Rentals)
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$1,667Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
275 N. Oakland
275 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,750 - $2,400Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
330-350 Waldo Ave
330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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320 E Del Mar Blvd
320 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
335 S Los Robles Ave
PasadenaCA91101
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$1,350Studio Apartments Available Now
439 S Catalina St
439 S Catalina StLos Angeles, CA 90020
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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 | $2,314 | $1,350 | $2,840 |
| Downtown Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,954 | $1,995 | $3,945 |
| Downtown Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,175 | $2,250 | $6,495 |
| Downtown Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,823 | $2,900 | $6,495 |
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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. 439 S Catalina St 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 CR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| 439 S Catalina St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| 275 N. Oakland | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,667 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| 320 E Del Mar Blvd | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| wil195 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pasadena area is the $3.19 price per square foot 2 Bedroom F Model at Alur Apartments in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,675. The second greatest value Downtown Pasadena apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Euclid Place Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $2.34 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 | $3.19 |
| Euclid Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 215 S Hudson Ave, Unit 06 | 215 S Hudson Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.64 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 303 N. Oakland | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 320 E Del Mar Blvd | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 439 S Catalina St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.38 |
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 $2,200.
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 $5,075.
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 23 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 $407 which is $4,668 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Pasadena.
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