
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olive Heights Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)
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Olive Heights, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olive Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Heights Studio Apartments | $2,764 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Olive Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,875 | $5,266 |
| Olive Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,096 | $2,300 | $7,476 |
| Olive Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,967 | $4,310 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Olive Heights Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Olive Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olive Heights area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio priced from $1,105. Aqua Courtyard Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Olive Heights apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 2x2 ER | 2BR,2BA | $1,105 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Cottages D Caroline Atlas | W/Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| mou734 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olive Heights, CA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olive Heights area is the $1.01 price per square foot 2x2 ER Model at Arpeggio in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $1,105. The second greatest value Olive Heights apartment is the 2bd 2ba Model at 350 S Oakland starting at $2,695 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olive Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 2x2 ER | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 350 S Oakland | 2bd 2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Altadena Townhouse Apartments | 2 BD, 2 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.85 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 278 E Washington Blvd | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 529-541 S. El Molino Ave. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 570 N Los Robles Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| mou734 | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olive Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Olive Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olive Heights is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olive Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Olive Heights is mou734 which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Olive Heights costs $5,410.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olive Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Olive Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Olive Heights?
Cheap apartments in Olive Heights have an average cost of $208 which is $5,202 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olive Heights.
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