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625 E Del Mar Blvd
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275 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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330-350 Waldo Ave
330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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190 S Marengo Ave
190 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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85 Madison N Ave, Unit 34, Unit 34
85 Madison N AvePasadena, CA 91101
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140 N Wilson Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5
140 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
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148 Catalina Ave
148 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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250 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
335 S Los Robles Ave
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The Historic Stanley
149 S Los Robles 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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729 Locust St, Unit 5, Unit 5
729 Locust StPasadena, CA 91101
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280 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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285 N. Oakland
285 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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999 Locust St, Unit 21
999 Locust StPasadena, CA 91106
330 Cordova St, Unit 330, Unit 330
330 Cordova St
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686 E Union StPasadena, CA 91101
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350 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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721 Cordova StPasadena, CA 91101
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621 E Colorado BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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265-283 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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678 E Walnut StPasadena, CA 91101
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283 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
497 S El Molino Ave, Unit 101, Unit 101
497 S El Molino Ave
PasadenaCA91101
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400 E California Blvd, Unit 12, Unit 12
400 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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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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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 Ave
161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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465 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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518 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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500 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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296 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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305 California Blvd
305 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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703-719 E California Blvd
703-719 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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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 | $2,341 | $1,350 | $3,043 |
| Downtown Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,013 | $1,875 | $4,668 |
| Downtown Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,147 | $2,250 | $5,950 |
| Downtown Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $3,879 | $4,903 |
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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 Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios priced from $1,350. 190 S Marengo Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,794. Here are the most affordable Downtown Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,794 |
| 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 |
| Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Mayville Terrace | 1br 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| The Historic Stanley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pasadena area is the $3.34 price per square foot 2 Bedroom F Model at Alur Apartments in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,850. 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. |
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| Alur Apartments | 2 Bedroom F | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| 276 E Bellevue Dr | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| Molino House | El Molino House-7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 400 E California Blvd, Unit 12 | 400 E California Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1.5ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.94 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 729 Locust St, Unit 5 | 729 Locust St | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| The Hallie | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| wil195 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 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 $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pasadena is 170 N El Molino Ave which is listed at $1,875, 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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