
Cheap Homes for Rent in Pasadena, CA from $1,400 (17 Rentals)
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6140 Monterey Rd

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582 Pullman St

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1293 Garfield Ave

6131 1/2 Monterey Rd

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Pasadena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Pasadena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,568 | $1,493 | $6,000 |
Pasadena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,819 | $2,975 | $8,500 |
Pasadena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,941 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Pasadena 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,999 | $6,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pasadena, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Pasadena, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pasadena Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Northeast Pasadena | $3,395 | $1,325 | 14 |
East Pasadena | $4,700 | $1,750 | 38 |
Southeast Pasadena | $5,850 | $1,325 | 13 |
Cheapest Available Pasadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,325. 190 S Marengo Ave in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,708. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pasadena 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 |
190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
dua853 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
722-724 Sunset Blvd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pasadena area is the $1.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Model at Arcadia Pines in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Pasadena apartment is the Two bedroom Model at 27 E Montana St starting at $2,745 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Arcadia Pines | 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
27 E Montana St | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Crepe Myrtle Apartments | CREPE MYRTLE | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
Bay State Terrace | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
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 |
Second Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom - center | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
Palm Gardens Apartments | 1x1 750sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
The Kenwood | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pasadena
What type of rentals are currently available in Pasadena?
There are currently 3509 Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,325 to $10,000. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Pasadena ranging from $1,400 to $21,499.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Pasadena?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Pasadena ranges from $1,400 to $21,499 with an average monthly rent of $5,662.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Pasadena?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Pasadena range from $3,195 to $6,652, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,975 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.
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