
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $400 (226 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

Cottages D Caroline Atlas

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910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

330-350 Waldo Ave

910 S Marengo Ave, Unit 1

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1030 N Raymond Ave, Unit 4A

777 E Villa St

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255 S Madison Ave

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279 N Euclid Ave
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85 Madison N Ave, Unit 34

148 Catalina Ave

550 N Catalina Ave, Unit 5

Village of Roses LLC

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The Historic Stanley

919 S Marengo Ave, Unit 6

529 S Madison Ave

760 Earlham St

335 S Los Robles Ave

540 E California Blvd
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190 S Marengo Ave

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729 Locust St, Unit 5

Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments

999 Locust St, Unit 17

999 Locust St, Unit 17

853-861 N Raymond Ave

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Thistle

275 N Oakland Ave

529-541 S. El Molino Ave.
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844 S Marengo Ave, Unit 4

285 N. Oakland

999 Locust St

999 Locust St, Unit 21

330 Cordova St, Unit 330

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893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2

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Andalucia

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614 N Madison Ave, Unit 614

300 N El Molino Ave, Unit 126

570 N Los Robles Ave
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721 Cordova St, Unit 9

The Hallie

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Holly Street Village

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Molino House

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Trio Apartments

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The Hudson

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Villas of Pasadena

449 N Euclid Ave

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Residences at Westgate
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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 | $2,727 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Arroyo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $1,750 | $5,427 |
| Lower Arroyo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,993 | $2,150 | $7,254 |
| Lower Arroyo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,762 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio priced from $981. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Lower Arroyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 753 Worcester Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| La Villa Lake Apartments | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 777 E Villa St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Moxie + Clover | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Arroyo, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Arroyo area is the $2.41 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1021 Grove in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Lower Arroyo apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Euclid Place Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1021 Grove | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Euclid Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 276 E Bellevue Dr | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 529-541 S. El Molino Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2 | 893 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 330 Pasadena Ave, Unit A | 330 Pasadena Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 AR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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 $1,825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Arroyo?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Arroyo is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Lower Arroyo costs $4,825.
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 $199 which is $4,626 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Arroyo.
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