Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Arroyo Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (65 Rentals)

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Stanley Apartments
Studio Apartments

Stanley Apartments

149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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The Somerset
Studio Apartments

The Somerset

538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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343 Madison Ave
Studio Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101

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Molino Del Mar
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Molino Del Mar

306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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550 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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The Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas

231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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250 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

250 N Oakland Ave

250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Orange Grove
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Grove

120 N Orange Grove BlvdPasadena, CA 91103
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275 Marengo Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

275 Marengo Ave

275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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350 Waldo Ave
Studio Apartments

350 Waldo Ave

350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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200 S Madison Ave
Studio Apartments

200 S Madison Ave

200 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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170 N El Molino Ave
Studio Apartments

170 N El Molino Ave

170 N El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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El Molino Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

El Molino Terrace

244 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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241 S Hudson Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

241 S Hudson Ave

241 S Hudson AvePasadena, CA 91101
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815 E Villa St
1 Bedroom Apartments

815 E Villa St

815 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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161 S Madison Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161 S Madison Ave

161 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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490 Maylin Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

490 Maylin Street

490 Maylin StPasadena, CA 91105
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301 Pleasant St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

301 Pleasant St.

301 Pleasant StPasadena, CA 91101
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Ely House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ely House

465 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Cottages D' Caroline
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottages D' Caroline

390-400 N Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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881 N Oakland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

881 N Oakland Ave

881 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91104
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267 S Madison Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

267 S Madison Ave

267 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Hacienda Garden
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hacienda Garden

529-541 S El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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305 California Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

305 California Blvd

305 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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366 Mentor Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

366 Mentor Ave

366 Mentor AvePasadena, CA 91106
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165 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

165 Catalina Ave

165 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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400 California Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

400 California Blvd

400 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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Magnolia Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

999 Locust StPasadena, CA 91106
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The Hallie
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hallie

350 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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228-230 S Oakland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

228-230 S Oakland Ave

228-230 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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435 N Wilson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

435 N Wilson Ave

435 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
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260-264 Alpine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

260-264 Alpine St

264 Alpine StPasadena, CA 91106
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Brookmore Apartments
Studio Apartments

Brookmore Apartments

189 N Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Lower Arroyo, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Arroyo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Arroyo area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios priced from $1,373. 200 S Madison Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,629. Here are the most affordable Lower Arroyo apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
200 S Madison AveUpper StudioStudio,1BA$1,629
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,837
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$1,850
Moxie + CloverStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
La Villa Lake - 55 and BetterStudioStudio,1BA$1,942
855 N Marengo AveUnit 32BR,1BA$2,095
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Royal del Mar2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Arroyo, CA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Arroyo area is the $2.35 price per square foot 6044 La Prada St Model at 6044 La Prada St, Unit D in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Lower Arroyo 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 Lower Arroyo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6044 La Prada St, Unit D6044 La Prada St3BR,3BA$2.35
804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1804 Merrett Dr2BR,1BA$2.55
144 S Catalina Ave2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.81
Amberwood Drive2br/1 ba2BR,1BA$3.00
Palm Gardens Apartments2x1 900sqft2BR,1BA$2.77
855 N Marengo AveUnit 32BR,1BA$2.19
Royal del Mar2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.33
456 N Catalina Ave, Unit B456 N Catalina Ave1BR,1BA$2.39
Madison Court Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$2.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Arroyo, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Pasadena. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Lower Arroyo Neighborhood in Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Arroyo Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lower Arroyo?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Arroyo is under $2,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Arroyo?

The cheapest apartment in Lower Arroyo is 853-861 N Raymond Ave which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Lower Arroyo costs $5,326.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Arroyo?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 108 regular apartments in Lower Arroyo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lower Arroyo?

Cheap apartments in Lower Arroyo have an average cost of $132 which is $5,194 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Arroyo.

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