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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (73 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios
280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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853-861 N Raymond Ave
853-861 N Raymond AvePasadena, CA 91103
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279 N Euclid Ave
279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
335 S Los Robles Ave
PasadenaCA91101
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742 Earlham St, Unit 740
742 Earlham StPasadena, CA 91101
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Los Angeles's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Los Angeles and the best places to live with original content written by our Los Angeles, CA Local Expert Rachel Presser
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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 | $3,033 | $1,373 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,154 | $1,850 | $5,193 |
| Southwest Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,289 | $2,200 | $7,018 |
| Southwest Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,293 | $2,900 | $6,652 |
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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. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,373. 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 |
| Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,373 |
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 301 Pleasant St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | D2 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| 400-420 N. Oakland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,035 |
| La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Pasadena, CA
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Pasadena area is the $2.50 price per square foot 992 Emerson St Model at 992 Emerson St, Unit #996 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Southwest Pasadena apartment is the 2x1 900sqft Model at Palm Gardens Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the South Arroyo 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 992 Emerson St, Unit #996 | 992 Emerson St | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Palm Gardens Apartments | 2x1 900sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Arpeggio | 1x1 CR | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 613 E Washington Blvd, Unit 1 | 613 E Washington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 350 S Oakland | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 735 Worcester Ave, Unit 3 | 735 Worcester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 301 Pleasant St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,080.
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 $4,289.
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 8 regular apartments in Southwest Pasadena 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 Southwest Pasadena?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Pasadena have an average cost of $214 which is $4,075 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Pasadena.
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