Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Square Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $406 (195 Rentals)

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111 S Oak Ave, Unit 4
$1,825
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111 S Oak Ave, Unit 4

111 S Oak AvePasadena, CA 91107
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279 N Euclid Ave
$1,875 - $1,950
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279 N Euclid Ave

279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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236 S Mentor Ave
$2,100
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$2,100
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236 S Mentor Ave

236 S Mentor AvePasadena, CA 91106
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$2,200

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418 N Chester Ave, Unit #4
$2,250
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418 N Chester Ave, Unit #4

418 N Chester AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Washington Square, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Washington Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Square area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites priced from $1,300. 49 S Grand Oaks Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Washington Square apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
49 S Grand Oaks Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,450
550 S Los Robles0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
753 Worcester Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,695
La Villa Lake ApartmentsR StudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Cottages D Caroline AtlasF/ StudioStudio,1BA$1,725
585 E Washington Blvd1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,800
Madison Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
545 N Oakland Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Square, CA

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Square area is the $2.64 price per square foot Holly St Model at Catania in the in the South Arroyo neighborhood starting from $6,599. The second greatest value Washington Square apartment is the B34 Model at Residences at Westgate starting at $4,480 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the South Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
CataniaHolly St2BR,2.5BA$2.64
Residences at WestgateB342BR,2.5BA$2.58
Euclid Place Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34
20962BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.35
147 Oak Knoll Ave2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.72
Altadena Townhouse Apartments2 BD, 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$2.20
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.26
529-541 S. El Molino Ave.1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.67
893 Lincoln Ave, Unit 893 1/2893 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$2.67
271 Parke St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.68

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for East Los Angeles, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Square Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Washington Square?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington Square is under $1,850.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Square?

The cheapest apartment in Washington Square is 753 Worcester Ave which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Washington Square costs $3,199.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington Square?

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 4 regular apartments in Washington Square 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 Washington Square?

Cheap apartments in Washington Square have an average cost of $149 which is $3,050 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Square.

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