Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Playhouse District Pasadena, CA from $900 (67 Rentals)
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Playhouse District, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Playhouse District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Playhouse District Studio Apartments | $3,002 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
Playhouse District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $1,875 | $5,930 |
Playhouse District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,635 | $2,450 | $7,018 |
Playhouse District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,120 | $3,350 | $9,711 |
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There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Playhouse District Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available Playhouse District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Playhouse District area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites priced from $1,325. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,373. Here are the most affordable Playhouse District apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,373 |
170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Pasadena Gateway Villas | D2 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,166 |
El Molino South | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Brookmore Apartments | Premium Studio Options | Studio,1BA | $2,199 |
The Hallie | A1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,259 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Playhouse District, CA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Playhouse District area is the $3.33 price per square foot Penny Model at THEO in the in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value Playhouse District apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at 780 Earlham St starting at $3,095 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Playhouse District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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THEO | Penny | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
780 Earlham St | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Pasadena Gateway Villas | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
615 El Molino | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
303 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
El Molino South | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
170 N El Molino Ave | studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Playhouse District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Playhouse District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Playhouse District is at Aqua Courtyard Suites listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Playhouse District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Playhouse District Apartment is $981 at Arpeggio.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Playhouse District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Playhouse District is starting from $2,495 at Pasadena Gateway Villas.
What is the most affordable Playhouse District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Playhouse District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pasadena Gateway Villas and starts from $3,030.
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