Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $900 (54 Rentals)

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255 S Madison Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

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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275 Marengo Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

275 Marengo Ave

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

241 S Hudson Ave

241 S Hudson 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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Euclid Place Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid Place Apartments

291 Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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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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161 S Madison Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161 S Madison Ave

161 S Madison 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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Ely House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ely House

465 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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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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lak109
1 Bedroom Apartments

lak109

1091 N Lake AvePasadena, CA 91104
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190 S Marengo Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

190 S Marengo Ave

190 S Marengo 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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881 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

881 N Oakland Ave

881 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91104
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267 S Madison Ave
1 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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435 N Euclid Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

435 N Euclid Ave

435 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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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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The Hallie
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hallie

350 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Del Mar Townhouse
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Del Mar Townhouse

1155 Del Mar BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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Camellia Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Camellia Apartments

85 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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228-230 S Oakland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

228-230 S Oakland Ave

228-230 S Oakland 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 $1,505. 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$1,505
330-350 Waldo AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
lak1091BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,833
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
435 N Euclid Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,925
Welcome to La Villa Lake Apartments- 55+ B...R StudioStudio,1BA$1,945
320 E Del Mar Blvd1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central Pasadena, CA

As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Central 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 West Central Pasadena apartment is the 2 bedrooms Model at 276 E Bellevue Dr starting at $3,200 with a $2.91 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.
90 N Michigan Ave, Unit 10590 N Michigan Ave2BR,2BA$2.76
276 E Bellevue Dr2 bedrooms2BR,1.5BA$2.91
215 S Hudson Ave, Unit 06215 S Hudson Ave3BR,2.5BA$2.82
853-861 N Raymond Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.36
Arpeggio1x1 CR1BR,1BA$1.07
271 Parke St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.74
570 Los Robles2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.15
366 Mentor Ave1BD 1BA1BR,1BA$3.11
275 N. Oakland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.03
wil1951BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.14

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Central Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #13

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 a cheap apartment in West Central Pasadena?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Central Pasadena is under $1,950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Central Pasadena?

The cheapest apartment in West Central Pasadena is Arpeggio which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in West Central Pasadena costs $5,075.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Central 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 12 regular apartments in West Central Pasadena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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