
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $406 (187 Rentals)
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455 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 1

330-350 Waldo Ave

409 N Los Robles Ave

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891 Worcester Ave, Unit 3

Cottages D Caroline Atlas

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279 N Euclid Ave

335 S Los Robles Ave

999 Locust St, Unit 17
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529-541 S. El Molino Ave.

919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 4

580 N Madison Ave, Unit F

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553 Lincoln Ave, Unit 553 Lincoln Ave

Village of Roses LLC

665 Cordova St

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261 Parke St, Unit #3

435 N Euclid Ave

380 Parke St
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156 S Oakland Ave

211 S El Molino Ave, Unit 10

853-861 N Raymond Ave

Thistle

The Hallie

675 Cordova St

251 N El Molino Ave

999 Locust St

330 Cordova St, Unit 330
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893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2

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Wright Avenue Apartments

The Somerset

343 Madison Ave

Molino Del Mar

550 Catalina Ave

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Villa Capri Apartments

Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides
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Villa Robles Apartments

The Villas

Orange Grove

275 Marengo Ave

241 S Hudson Ave

550 S Los Robles

753 Worcester Ave

El Molino Terrace

La Villa Lake Apartments

161 S Madison Ave
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Lower Arroyo, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Arroyo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Arroyo Studio Apartments | $2,855 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Arroyo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,089 | $1,700 | $5,020 |
| Lower Arroyo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,028 | $2,195 | $7,590 |
| Lower Arroyo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,394 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 187 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Arroyo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Arroyo area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 1415 Bank priced from $1,425. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,460. Here are the most affordable Lower Arroyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1415 Bank | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $1,425 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio, 1BA | $1,460 |
| 753 Worcester Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| La Villa Lake Apartments | R Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,700 |
| 1020 Fair | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,720 |
| 1361 Yosemite Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $1,737 |
| Cottages D Caroline Atlas | W/Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,850 |
| Pasadena Park Place | The Ritz | Studio, 1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Arroyo, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Arroyo area is the $2.35 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 2096 in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Lower Arroyo apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 6 Weeks Free! 2 Bed 1 Bath in Pasadena! in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting at $2,456 with a $2.46 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Arroyo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2096 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $2.35 |
| 6 Weeks Free! 2 Bed 1 Bath in Pasadena! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| 1734 Ellincourt Dr, Unit 4 | 1734 Ellincourt Dr | 2BR, 1BA | $2.70 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.26 |
| 1721Oxle | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.72 |
| 529-541 S. El Molino Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.17 |
| 893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2 | 893 Lincoln Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $2.67 |
| 271 Parke St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.68 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.71 |
| 400 Monterey Rd | 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Arroyo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Arroyo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Arroyo is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Arroyo?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Arroyo is 753 Worcester Ave which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Lower Arroyo costs $3,338.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Arroyo?
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 7 regular apartments in Lower Arroyo 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 Lower Arroyo?
Cheap apartments in Lower Arroyo have an average cost of $168 which is $3,170 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Arroyo.
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