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Altadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Altadena Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Altadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,373. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Altadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,375
mic1301BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$1,850
Pasadena Gateway VillasD2Studio,1BA$1,890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA and Nearby

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Altadena area is the $2.24 price per square foot Two bedroom Model at 27 E Montana St in the in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,795. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
27 E Montana StTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.24
804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1804 Merrett Dr2BR,1BA$2.55
570 N El Molino Ave, Unit 570570 N El Molino Ave1BR,1BA$2.40
2080 Raymond Ave12BR,1BA$2.75
735 Worcester Ave, Unit 3735 Worcester Ave2BR,1BA$2.86
Pasadena Gateway VillasC11BR,1BA$2.83
1353 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 1353A1353 N Los Robles Ave1BR,1BA$2.64
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$2.85
mic1301BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.71
1310 N Marengo Ave1310 N Marengo Ave1BR,1BA$3.02

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Frequently Asked Questions about Altadena

What type of rentals are currently available in Altadena?

There are currently 1180 Apartments for Rent in Altadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,373 to $10,000. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altadena ranging from $1,600 to $19,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altadena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altadena ranges from $1,600 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,733.

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