Cheap Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA from $1,100 (60 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

170 El Molino N Ave, Unit 3

83 N Greenwood Ave

78 S Berkeley Ave

853-861 N Raymond Ave

45 S Vinedo Ave
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279 N Euclid Ave

2167 Casa Grande St, Unit B3

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530 N Wilson Ave

578 N Holliston Ave

191 E Tremont St

742 Earlham St, Unit 740
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Altadena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Altadena Studio Apartments | $2,897 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Altadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,136 | $1,695 | $5,930 |
Cheap Altadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,236 | $2,095 | $6,750 |
Cheap Altadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,504 | $3,345 | $6,652 |
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Cheapest Available Altadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Altadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,325. mic130 in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altadena apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
853-861 N Raymond Ave | 853 #2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Pasadena Gateway Villas | D2 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,942 |
435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,166 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $2.20 price per square foot Two bedroom Model at 27 E Montana St in the in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,745. The second greatest value Altadena apartment is the 804 Merrett Dr Model at 804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1 starting at $2,750 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altadena apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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27 E Montana St | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1 | 804 Merrett Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
570 N El Molino Ave, Unit 570 | 570 N El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
570 Los Robles | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
2080 Raymond Ave | 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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 |
mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
1310 N Marengo Ave | 1310 N Marengo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Getting Around Altadena, CA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Altadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Altadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Altadena is at Aqua Courtyard Suites listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Altadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Altadena Apartment is $1,695 at mic130.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Altadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Altadena is starting from $2,200 at 2080 Raymond Ave.
What is the most affordable Altadena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Altadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pasadena Gateway Villas and starts from $3,030.
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