Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $2,600 (2 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pasadena area is the $3.38 price per square foot Penny Model at THEO in the in the Downtown Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,935. The second greatest value Downtown Pasadena apartment is the 1x1 750sqft Model at Palm Gardens Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the South Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
THEOPenny2BR,2BA$3.38
Palm Gardens Apartments1x1 750sqft1BR,1BA$2.51
Los Robles ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.80
Pasadena Gateway VillasC11BR,1BA$2.83
533 S Hudson Ave, Unit Upper Corner533 S Hudson Ave1BR,1BA$3.64
533 S Hudson AveUPPER 1 BR ATTACHED HOME!1BR,1BA$3.64
303 N. Oakland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.48
El Molino South1BD 1BA1BR,1BA$3.38
170 N El Molino AvestudioStudio ,1BA$3.72
170 El Molino N Ave, Unit 3170 El Molino N AveStudio ,1BA$3.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Pasadena?

There are currently 360 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,373 to $10,000. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Pasadena ranging from $2,600 to $4,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Pasadena ranges from $2,600 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,532.

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