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325 E Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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275 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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267 S Madison Ave
267 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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190 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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200 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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148 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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250 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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454 S Oak Knoll AvePasadena, CA 91101
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529 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91011
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255 Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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305 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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290 N Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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420 S Madison Ave
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621 E Colorado BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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350 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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211 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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210 S Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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369 Waldo Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5
369 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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721 Cordova St, Unit 9
721 Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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265-283 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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283 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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533 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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343 Madison Ave
343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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306 El Molino 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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250 N Oakland Ave
250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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241 S Hudson Ave
241 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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244 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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518 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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296 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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703-719 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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165 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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400 California Blvd
400 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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320 E Del Mar Blvd
320 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, 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 | $2,194 | $1,350 | $2,685 |
| Downtown Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,914 | $1,940 | $3,921 |
| Downtown Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,065 | $2,545 | $5,595 |
| Downtown Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,117 | $3,000 | $4,650 |
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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 |
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| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Thistle | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 148 Catalina Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 200 S Madison Ave | Upper Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Mayville Terrace | 1br 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| The Historic Stanley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,968 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pasadena area is the $2.73 price per square foot 215 S Hudson Ave Model at 215 S Hudson Ave, Unit 01 in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown Pasadena apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at wil195 starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 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. |
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| 215 S Hudson Ave, Unit 01 | 215 S Hudson Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.73 |
| wil195 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Molino House | El Molino House-7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| 369 Waldo Ave, Unit 5 | 369 Waldo Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 255 Oakland Ave | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Mayville Terrace | 1br 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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 $1,968.
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 $4,550.
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 $279 which is $4,271 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Pasadena.
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