Cheap Homes for Rent in Mid Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $2,500 (6 Rentals)

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Mid Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mid Central Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid Central Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Del Mar Apartments priced from $2,125. Luxe Pasadena has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,486. Here are the most affordable Mid Central Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Del Mar Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,125
Luxe PasadenaA61BR,1BA$2,486
Harmony Court Apartments2+2, 1,000 Sf., 1 Assigned Parking Space,2BR,2BA$3,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid Central Pasadena, CA

As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid Central Pasadena area is the $2.88 price per square foot 460 Vista Ave Model at 460 Vista Ave, Unit C in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Mid Central Pasadena apartment is the 2+2, 1,000 Sf., 2 Assigned Parking Spaces, Model at Harmony Court Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid Central Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
460 Vista Ave, Unit C460 Vista Ave3BR,2BA$2.88
Harmony Court Apartments2+2, 1,000 Sf., 2 Assigned Parking Spaces,2BR,2BA$3.30
Del Mar Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.83
Luxe PasadenaA12-1x11BR,1BA$4.06
2563 Nina St, Unit 25632563 Nina St1BR,1BA$3.77
72 S Parkwood Ave, Unit 272 S Parkwood Ave1BR,1BA$3.70
276 S Sierra Madre Blvd, Unit # 19276 S Sierra Madre BlvdStudio ,1BA$4.74
79 S Parkwood Ave, Unit Parkwood Studio79 S Parkwood AveStudio ,1BA$5.65
1143 Wesley Ave1143 Wesley AveStudio ,1BA$8.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Mid Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mid Central Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in Mid Central Pasadena?

There are currently 346 Apartments for Rent in Mid Central Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $4,795. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mid Central Pasadena ranging from $2,595 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mid Central Pasadena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mid Central Pasadena ranges from $2,595 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $5,036.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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