Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,200 (85 Rentals)

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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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267 Del Monte St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

267 Del Monte St

267 Del Monte StPasadena, 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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1108 N Raymond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1108 N Raymond Ave

1108 N Raymond AvePasadena, 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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1062 N Summit Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1062 N Summit Ave

1062 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1455 Raymond Ave
Studio Apartments

1455 Raymond Ave

1455 Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1050 Summit Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1050 Summit Ave

1050 Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103
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The Sweetzer Phoenix
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sweetzer Phoenix

1140-1142 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104
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1505 Raymond Ave
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1505 Raymond Ave

1505 Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1296 N Raymond Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1296 N Raymond Ave

1296 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1393 N Marengo Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1393 N Marengo Ave

1393 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1818 N Summit Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1818 N Summit Ave

1818 N Summit AvePasadena, CA 91103

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1900 Lincoln Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1900 Lincoln Ave

1900 Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1099 Raymond Ave
Studio Apartments

1099 Raymond Ave

1099 Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103

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392-406 Douglas St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

392-406 Douglas St

392-406 Douglas StPasadena, CA 91104
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1385 N Marengo Ave
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1385 N Marengo Ave

1385 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1251 Lincoln Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1251 Lincoln Ave

1251 Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103

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Northwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,395
278 E Washington Blvd2 bd 1 ba2BR,1BA$2,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Pasadena, CA

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Pasadena area is the $2.92 price per square foot 2 bd 1 ba Model at 278 E Washington Blvd in the in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Northwest Pasadena apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St starting at $2,395 with a $4.53 price per square foot in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
278 E Washington Blvd2 bd 1 ba2BR,1BA$2.92
1685-1697 1/2 Summit St / 109-137 E. Penn St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.53

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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #23

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Expert Rental Resources

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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