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280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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250 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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529-541 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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529 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Playhouse District, Pasadena, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Playhouse District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playhouse District Studio Apartments | $3,161 | $1,505 | $10,000+ |
| Playhouse District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $1,890 | $5,494 |
| Playhouse District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $2,595 | $7,283 |
| Playhouse District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,394 | $3,195 | $6,575 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio priced from $1,105. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 2x2 ER | 2BR,2BA | $1,105 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,373 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,833 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| 301 Pleasant St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Hacienda Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Playhouse District, CA
As of July 13, 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 2x2 DR Model at Arpeggio starting at $1,105 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the South 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 |
| Arpeggio | 2x2 DR | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 780 Earlham St | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Terraces at Paseo Colorado | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 529 S Madison Ave, Unit 11 | 529 S Madison Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 250 S El Molino Ave, Unit MayvilleTerrace | 250 S El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Hacienda Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
| 301 Pleasant St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Playhouse District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Playhouse District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Playhouse District is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Playhouse District?
The cheapest apartment in Playhouse District is 301 Pleasant St. which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Playhouse District costs $4,874.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Playhouse District?
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 12 regular apartments in Playhouse District 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 Playhouse District?
Cheap apartments in Playhouse District have an average cost of $293 which is $4,581 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Playhouse District.
Expert Rental Resources
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