Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (117 Rentals)

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525 N Raymond Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

525 N Raymond Ave

525 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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583 Marengo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

583 Marengo Ave

583 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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359 Parke St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

359 Parke St

359 Parke StPasadena, CA 91101
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267 Del Monte St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

267 Del Monte St

267 Del Monte StPasadena, CA 91103
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718 Sunset Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

718 Sunset Ave

718 Sunset AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1009 N Raymond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1009 N Raymond Ave

1009 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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595 N Summit Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

595 N Summit Ave

595 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1108 N Raymond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1108 N Raymond Ave

1108 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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839 N Summit Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

839 N Summit Ave

839 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103

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1599 N Raymond Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1599 N Raymond Ave

1599 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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351-361 Adena St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

351-361 Adena St

351-361 Adena StPasadena, CA 91104
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1145 N Summit Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1145 N Summit Ave

1145 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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830 N Euclid Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

830 N Euclid Ave

830 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91104
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652 N Marengo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

652 N Marengo Ave

652 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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570 N Madison Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

570 N Madison Ave

570 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101

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76 E Mountain St
2 Bedroom Apartments

76 E Mountain St

76 E Mountain StPasadena, CA 91103
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1286 N Summit Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1286 N Summit Ave

1286 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1924 Lincoln Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1924 Lincoln Ave

1924 Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103
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632 N Raymond Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

632 N Raymond Ave

632 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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725 N Raymond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

725 N Raymond Ave

725 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1062 N Summit Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1062 N Summit Ave

1062 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103

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Village of Roses
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village of Roses

295-305 Barthe DrPasadena, CA 91103
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531 Prescott St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

531 Prescott St

531 Prescott StPasadena, CA 91104
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679 Earlham St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

679 Earlham St

679 Earlham StPasadena, CA 91101
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885 N Summit Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

885 N Summit Ave

885 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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580 N Madison Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

580 N Madison Ave

580 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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965 N Summit Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

965 N Summit Ave

965 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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842 N Summit Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

842 N Summit Ave

842 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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Los Robles Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles Towers

845 Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104

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North Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Central Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 612 Washington Blvd priced from $2,100. 853-861 N Raymond Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable North Central Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
612 Washington Blvd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2,100
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2,300
271 Parke St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,425
1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,495
570 Los Robles2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Pasadena, CA

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Central Pasadena area is the $2.36 price per square foot 2x1 Model at 853-861 N Raymond Ave in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value North Central Pasadena apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 271 Parke St starting at $2,425 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.36
271 Parke St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.74
570 Los Robles2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.03
612 Washington Blvd2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.23
1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.72
823 Worcester Ave, Unit 823 Worcester Ave823 Worcester Ave1BR,1BA$3.95
1030 N Raymond Ave, Unit 8A1030 N Raymond Ave1BR,1BA$4.38

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #44

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Pasadena Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Pasadena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Pasadena Apartment is $2,495 at 1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.