
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lexington Heights Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $400 (135 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

161 Chestnut St, Unit 1

Aqua Courtyard Suites

Prescott 5

144 N Sierra Bonita Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5

1536 N Dominion Ave

275 N Oakland Ave

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1316 N Dominion Ave, Unit 1316, Unit 1316

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2167 Casa Grande St, Unit ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED, Unit ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED
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573 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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85 Madison N Ave, Unit 34, Unit 34

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279 N Euclid Ave

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140 N Wilson Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5

777 E Villa St

595 Buckeye St, Unit 4

1431.5 Allen Ave, Unit 1431.5

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1431 1/2 N Allen Ave, Unit Studio with full kitchen, Unit Studio with full kitchen

831 Merrett Dr

148 Catalina Ave
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553 Lincoln Ave, Unit 553 Lincoln Ave, Unit 553 Lincoln Ave

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1391 N Altadena Dr, Unit B, Unit B

45 S Vinedo Ave, Unit B

760 Earlham St

260 N Oak Ave, Unit 3

31 Eloise Ave, Unit 6

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2563 Nina St, Unit 2563, Unit 2563

1730 Asbury Dr

The Foothills at Eaton Canyon

999 Locust St, Unit 17
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293 N Hill Ave, Unit 3

853-861 N Raymond Ave

Pasadena Gateway Villas

Thistle

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729 Locust St, Unit 5, Unit 5

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418 N Chester Ave, Unit #4, Unit #4

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2488 Mohawk St, Unit 203, Unit 203

49 Marion Ave

38 S Parkwood Ave
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574 N El Molino Ave, Unit 574

285 N. Oakland

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Luxe Pasadena

Treasured Townhomes LLC

999 Locust St, Unit 21

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893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2, Unit 893 1/2

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Andalucia

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614 N Madison Ave, Unit 614, Unit 614

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Holly Street Village

Mid-Century Pasadena Style with Modern Interiors
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Lexington Heights, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lexington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Heights Studio Apartments | $2,687 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Lexington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,112 | $1,375 | $6,392 |
| Lexington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,307 | $2,250 | $8,528 |
| Lexington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,732 | $3,495 | $6,428 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 135 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lexington Heights Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lexington Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lexington Heights area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios priced from $1,350. Prescott 5 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Lexington Heights 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 |
| Prescott 5 | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better Living | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Brookmore Apartments | Studio-Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington Heights, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lexington Heights area is the $3.15 price per square foot Fair Oaks Ave Model at Catania in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $7,325. The second greatest value Lexington Heights apartment is the 2BD/1.5BTH Townhome Model at Treasured Townhomes LLC starting at $2,395 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lexington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catania | Fair Oaks Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.15 |
| Treasured Townhomes LLC | 2BD/1.5BTH Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| Altadena Townhouse Apartments | 2 BD, 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 278 E Washington Blvd | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2 | 893 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 760 Earlham St | 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 777 E Villa St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 573 N Mar Vista Ave, Unit 1 | 573 N Mar Vista Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLexington Heights, Pasadena, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lexington Heights, Pasadena, CA
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lexington Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lexington Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lexington Heights is under $1,875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lexington Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Lexington Heights is 170 N El Molino Ave which is listed at $1,875, while the average apartment in Lexington Heights costs $4,648.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lexington Heights?
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 21 regular apartments in Lexington Heights 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 Lexington Heights?
Cheap apartments in Lexington Heights have an average cost of $323 which is $4,325 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lexington Heights.
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