Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,200 (27 Rentals)

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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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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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Kings Villages
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Villages

1141-1185 N Fraser AlyPasadena, 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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1401 N Los Robles Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 N Los Robles Ave

1401 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104
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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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1924 Lincoln Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1924 Lincoln Ave

1924 Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103
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Garfield Palms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Garfield Palms

1293 N Garfield AvePasadena, CA 91104
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Villa Washington
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Washington

264 Washington BlvdPasadena, CA 91104

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Fair Oaks  Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fair Oaks Apartments

1730 N Fair Oaks AvePasadena, CA 91103
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1286 N Summit Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1286 N Summit Ave

1286 N 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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Summit View Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit View Apartment

1303 N Summit 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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Raymond Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Raymond Apartments

2104 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001
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2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond Ave

2107-2129 1/2 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001
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2099 Raymond Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2099 Raymond Ave

2099 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001
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2165 Raymond Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2165 Raymond Ave

2165 Raymond AveAltadena, CA 91001

Northwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 E Montana StTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2,495
1860 N Summit Ave3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$5,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Pasadena, CA

As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Pasadena area is the $2.00 price per square foot Two bedroom Model at 27 E Montana St in the in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Northwest Pasadena apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1860 N Summit Ave starting at $5,295 with a $5.04 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.
27 E Montana StTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00
1860 N Summit Ave3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$5.04
315 E Woodbury Rd, Unit 315315 E Woodbury Rd1BR,1BA$4.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #28

Among neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Northwest Pasadena Neighborhood in Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Pasadena Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Pasadena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Pasadena is starting from $2,495 at 27 E Montana St.

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