
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (54 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

275 N Oakland Ave

Thistle

330-350 Waldo Ave

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810 Earlham St, Unit Adu

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255 S Madison Ave

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279 N Euclid Ave

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267 S Madison Ave

148 Catalina Ave
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533 S Hudson Ave

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The Somerset

343 Madison Ave

Molino Del Mar

550 Catalina Ave

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250 N Oakland Ave

Orange Grove

275 Marengo Ave

241 S Hudson Ave

Cottages D' Caroline

El Molino Terrace

La Villa Lake Apartments

815 E Villa St

161 S Madison Ave

490 Maylin Street
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Ely House

Tempo North Apartments

400-420 N. Oakland Ave

881 N Oakland Ave

518 S. El Molino Apartments

296 Oakland Apartments

703-719 E California Blvd

165 Catalina Ave

400 California Blvd

Pasadena Park Place
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341 Marie Ave

6060 La Prada

5952-5960 Benner St

1004 Arroyo Dr

334 Monterey Rd

1303 Lyndon St

1681 Amberwood Dr

Raymondale Apartments

Park Lane

139 S Avenue 55
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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 | $2,651 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Lower Arroyo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,103 | $1,800 | $5,685 |
| Lower Arroyo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $2,150 | $8,073 |
| Lower Arroyo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,806 | $3,350 | $6,657 |
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There are currently 54 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 Pasadena Studios priced from $1,350. La Villa Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Lower Arroyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| La Villa Lake Apartments | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Mayville Terrace | 1br 1 ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| Monterey Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 760 Earlham St | 8 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,012 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Arroyo, CA
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Arroyo area is the $2.50 price per square foot 412 San Pascual Ave Model at 412 San Pascual Ave, Unit 5 in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Lower Arroyo apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at wil195 starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 412 San Pascual Ave, Unit 5 | 412 San Pascual Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| wil195 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| 574 N El Molino Ave, Unit 574 | 574 N El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 572 N El Molino Ave, Unit 574 | 572 N El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 285 N. Oakland | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| 893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2 | 893 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
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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 $2,012.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Arroyo?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Arroyo is 533 S Hudson Ave which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Lower Arroyo costs $4,845.
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 27 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 $330 which is $4,515 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Arroyo.
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