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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (82 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southwest Pasadena area of Pasadena.
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$1,445 - $1,600Studio Apartments Available Now
Aqua Courtyard Suites
1299 E Green StPasadena, CA 91106
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$1,505Studio Apartments Available Now
Pasadena Studios
280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,750 - $2,695Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Thistle
262 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,750 - $2,400Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
330-350 Waldo Ave
330-350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,7501 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
1030 N Raymond Ave, Unit 8A
1030 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
335 S Los Robles Ave
PasadenaCA91101
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$1,850 - $2,600Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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$1,945 - $2,120Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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1070 N Lake AvePasadena, CA 91104
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$1,950 - $2,2501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
320 E Del Mar Blvd
320 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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$1,9751 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
823 Worcester Ave, Unit 823 Worcester Ave
823 Worcester AvePasadena, CA 91104
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Southwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,666 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $1,750 | $5,170 |
| Southwest Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,159 | $2,100 | $7,847 |
| Southwest Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,810 | $3,495 | $6,575 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Pasadena Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arpeggio priced from $981. 439 S Catalina St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Southwest Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| 439 S Catalina St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| 330-350 Waldo Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Thistle | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| lak109 | 1 bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 435 N Euclid Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Pasadena, CA
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Pasadena area is the $2.76 price per square foot 90 N Michigan Ave Model at 90 N Michigan Ave, Unit 105 in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Southwest Pasadena apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION starting at $3,000 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 N Michigan Ave, Unit 105 | 90 N Michigan Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Park View Arbor Apartments | PV3-1780 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 271 Parke St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| EllinCourt | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Madison Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 1729 Raymond Hill Rd, Unit 3 | 1729 Raymond Hill Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
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Getting Around the Southwest Pasadena Neighborhood in Pasadena, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Pasadena Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Pasadena?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Pasadena is under $1,925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Pasadena is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Southwest Pasadena costs $4,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Pasadena?
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 28 regular apartments in Southwest Pasadena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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