Cheap Homes for Rent in North Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,900 (6 Rentals)

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$1,8001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

580 N Madison Ave, Unit C

580 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101

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$1,995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1293 Garfield Ave

PasadenaCA91104

$1,995

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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$2,2952 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

882 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 5

882 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104

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$2,3001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

574 N El Molino Ave, Unit 574

574 N El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101

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$2,695

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869 Lincoln Ave, Unit 102

869 Lincoln Ave

PasadenaCA91103

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Homes for rent in North Central Pasadena, CA

How much does it cost to rent a home in North Central Pasadena?

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
North Central Pasadena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$3,198	$2,695	$3,500
North Central Pasadena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$4,256	$2,800	$4,995
North Central Pasadena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$10,500	$10,000	$10,000+

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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.

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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 Studio unit found at Prescott 5 priced from $1,500. Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable North Central Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment Listing	Model Name	Bed/Bath	Priced From
Prescott 5	studio	Studio,1BA	$1,500
Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides	0BR/1.0BA	Studio,1BA	$1,695
MR2 - 531 N. Marengo Ave	1/1	1BR,1BA	$2,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Pasadena, CA

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central Pasadena area is the $2.30 price per square foot 572 N El Molino Ave Model at 572 N El Molino Ave, Unit 574 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value North Central Pasadena apartment is the 2x1 Model at 853-861 N Raymond Ave starting at $2,300 with a $2.36 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 Listing	Model Name	Bed/Bath	Price Per Sq.Ft.
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
278 E Washington Blvd	2 bd 1 ba	2BR,1BA	$2.97
506 E Ashtabula St, Unit 506 E Ashtabula	506 E Ashtabula St	1BR,1BA	$3.83
MR2 - 531 N. Marengo Ave	1/1	1BR,1BA	$3.82
1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St	1BR/1.0BA	1BR,1BA	$4.16
Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides	0BR/1.0BA	Studio ,1BA	$3.39
Prescott 5	studio	Studio ,1BA	$3.76

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Best Local Schools in
North Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

Washington Accelerated Elementary School

Pasadena Unified School District

Public School - Grades K-5 (428)

5 out of 10

John Muir High

Pasadena Unified School District

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1206)

4 out of 10

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School

Pasadena Unified School District

Public School - Grades 6-8 (481)

3 out of 10

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Central Pasadena

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

There are currently 343 Apartments for Rent in North Central Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $5,500. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Central Pasadena ranging from $1,995 to $10,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Central Pasadena ranges from $1,995 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,116.

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