Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (57 Rentals)

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279 N Euclid Ave
$1,745 - $2,600
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279 N Euclid Ave

279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255 S Madison Ave
$1,825 - $2,545
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255 S Madison Ave

255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Molino Del Mar
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Molino Del Mar

306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101

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343 Madison Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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73 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

73 S Michigan Ave

73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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550 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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The Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas

231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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250 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

250 N Oakland Ave

250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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275 Marengo Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

275 Marengo Ave

275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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241 S Hudson Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

241 S Hudson Ave

241 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Cottages D' Caroline
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottages D' Caroline

390-400 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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El Molino Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

El Molino Terrace

244 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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mic130
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

mic130

130 Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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815 E Villa St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

815 E Villa St

815 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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lak109
1 Bedroom Apartments

lak109

1091 N Lake AvePasadena, CA 91104
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161 S Madison Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161 S Madison Ave

161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Ely House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ely House

465 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Sycamore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

131 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Tempo North Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Tempo North Apartments

830 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91104
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881 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

881 N Oakland Ave

881 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91104
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Brookmore Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookmore Apartments

189 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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267 S Madison Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

267 S Madison Ave

267 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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165 Catalina Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

165 Catalina Ave

165 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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55 Mar Vista Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

55 Mar Vista Ave

55 Mar Vista AvePasadena, CA 91106
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320 E Del Mar Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

320 E Del Mar Blvd

320 E Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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The Hallie
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hallie

350 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101

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West Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Central Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Central 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 $1,350. Here are the most affordable West Central Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$981
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
mic1301BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700
Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ Better LivingR Studio AAStudio,1BA$1,700
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,745
255 S Madison AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,825
400-420 N. Oakland Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central Pasadena, CA

As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Central Pasadena area is the $2.78 price per square foot 582 N Oakland Ave Model at 582 N Oakland Ave, Unit 582 N Oakland Ave in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value West Central Pasadena apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at wil195 starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Central Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
582 N Oakland Ave, Unit 582 N Oakland Ave582 N Oakland Ave3BR,2BA$2.78
wil1952BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.71
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.36
285 N. Oakland2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.84
271 Parke St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.60
350 S Oakland1bd 1ba1BR,1.5BA$2.82
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.88
882 Euclid N Ave, Unit A882 Euclid N Ave1BR,1BA$2.86
mic1301BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.62
Arpeggio1x1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56

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West Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California 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 our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Central Pasadena Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Central Pasadena?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Central Pasadena is at Pasadena Studios listed at $1,350.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Central Pasadena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Central Pasadena Apartment is $981 at Arpeggio.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Central Pasadena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Central Pasadena is starting from $1,105 at Arpeggio.

What is the most affordable West Central Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Central Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pasadena Gateway Villas and starts from $4,850.

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