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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 2 Beds unit found at Arpeggio priced from $1,105. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,373. Here are the most affordable West Central Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1,105
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,833
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central Pasadena, CA

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Central Pasadena area is the $3.33 price per square foot Penny Model at THEO in the in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value West Central Pasadena apartment is the 2x2 ER Model at Arpeggio starting at $1,105 with a $1.01 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.
THEOPenny2BR,2BA$3.33
Arpeggio2x2 ER2BR,2BA$1.01
780 Earlham St2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.10
Haven at Del Mar Station ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.44
435 N Euclid Ave2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.56
Terraces at Paseo ColoradoJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.31
303 N. Oakland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.48
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.23
250 S El Molino Ave, Unit MayvilleTerrace250 S El Molino Ave1BR,1BA$2.91
400-420 N. Oakland Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Central Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in West Central Pasadena?

There are currently 843 Apartments for Rent in West Central Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,505 to $10,000. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Central Pasadena ranging from $2,300 to $6,395.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Central Pasadena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Central Pasadena ranges from $2,300 to $6,395 with an average monthly rent of $3,488.

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