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Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pasadena, CA

Pricing Updated: 02/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Pasadena, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pasadena Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northeast Pasadena$1,850$1,7009
East Pasadena$3,340$1,48525
Southeast Pasadena$3,566$2,4722
Raymond Hill$4,630$1,350202

Cheapest Available Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pasadena, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $981. Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$981
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
439 S Catalina StStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Reflections at YosemiteStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Arcadia Sands0+1Studio,1BA$1,650
Sierra Madre ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,675
Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better LivingR Studio AAStudio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA

As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pasadena area is the $2.04 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at 420 Fairview Ave in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Pasadena apartment is the 1148 W Huntington Dr Model at 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 7 starting at $2,650 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
420 Fairview Ave3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.04
1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit 71148 W Huntington Dr2BR,2BA$1.77
Fairview Apartments2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.26
fai2132 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.35
Bay State Terrace2X22BR,2BA$2.41
521 N Marguerita Ave521 Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.24
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.36
933 W Huntington Dr1 Bedroom Upper Unit1BR,1BA$2.13
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$1.07
533 S Hudson Ave, Unit Upper Corner533 S Hudson Ave1BR,1BA$1.57

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in Pasadena?

There are currently 3522 Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,260 to $10,000. There are also 209 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pasadena ranging from $1,175 to $18,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pasadena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pasadena ranges from $1,175 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,746.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pasadena?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pasadena range from $2,950 to $6,652, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,950.

Expert Rental Resources

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