
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Park Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $400 (155 Rentals)
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Aqua Courtyard Suites

Pasadena Studios

165 Chestnut St, Unit 22

161 Chestnut St, Unit 1

203 S Meridith Ave

380 S Sierra Madre Blvd, Unit 3

2100 Rose Villa St

910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

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1184 Wesley Ave, Unit Charming Back House
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Cottages D Caroline Atlas

330-350 Waldo Ave

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2167 Casa Grande St

1559 N Hill Ave, Unit 8

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140 N Wilson Ave, Unit 5

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255 S Madison Ave

550 N Catalina Ave, Unit 5

409 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 9

770 E Washington Blvd

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279 N Euclid Ave
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919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 6

165 Catalina Ave

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The Historic Stanley

919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 4

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454 S Oak Knoll Ave, Unit 6

170 S Chester Ave, Unit 14

45 S Vinedo Ave, Unit B

410 S Sierra Madre Blvd, Unit 22

999 Locust St, Unit 17

335 S Los Robles Ave
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934 N Lake Ave

529 S Madison Ave

516 Mar Vista Ave, Unit 6

760 Earlham St

380 S Sierra Madre Blvd, Unit 8

95 N. Michigan Ave. Apartments

1730 Asbury Dr

540 E California Blvd

190 S Marengo Ave

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1505 N Raymond Ave, Unit 2A
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The Foothills at Eaton Canyon

701 1/2 Atchison St

1622 Brigden Rd

Thistle

1361 E Del Mar Blvd

wil195

1700 N Allen Ave, Unit Guest house

853-861 N Raymond Ave

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1704-1732 N Sierra Bonita Ave
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Jefferson Park, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Park Studio Apartments | $2,669 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Jefferson Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $1,350 | $5,283 |
| Jefferson Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,026 | $2,000 | $7,447 |
| Jefferson Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,920 | $3,395 | $10,000+ |
| Jefferson Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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Cheapest Available Jefferson Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jefferson Park area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio priced from $1,105. Aqua Courtyard Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Jefferson Park apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 2x2 ER | 2BR,2BA | $1,105 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 49 S Grand Oaks Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Sierra Madre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| 753 Worcester Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| La Villa Lake Apartments | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Cottages D Caroline Atlas | W/Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| 585 E Washington Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Park, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Park area is the $2.34 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Euclid Place Apartments in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Jefferson Park 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 Jefferson Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Euclid Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 276 E Bellevue Dr | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| Arpeggio | 2x2 ER | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 350 S Oakland | 2bd 2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 278 E Washington Blvd | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 1505 N Raymond Ave, Unit 2A | 1505 N Raymond Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 529-541 S. El Molino Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 2115 Marengo Ave, Unit A | 2115 Marengo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 585 E Washington Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jefferson Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jefferson Park is under $1,775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jefferson Park?
The cheapest apartment in Jefferson Park is 753 Worcester Ave which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Jefferson Park costs $5,605.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jefferson Park?
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 6 regular apartments in Jefferson Park 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 Jefferson Park?
Cheap apartments in Jefferson Park have an average cost of $211 which is $5,394 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jefferson Park.
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