Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Madison Heights Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,800 (28 Rentals)

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260-264 Alpine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

260-264 Alpine St

264 Alpine StPasadena, CA 91106
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226-242 Fillmore StPasadena, CA 91106

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540 E California Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

540 E California Blvd

540 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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704 S Marengo Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

704 S Marengo Ave

704 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91106
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305 California Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

305 California Blvd

305 California BlvdPasadena, CA 91101
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550 E California Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

550 E California Blvd

550 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91106
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812 S Marengo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

812 S Marengo Ave

812 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91106
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918 S Marengo Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

918 S Marengo Ave

918 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91106
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865 Marengo Ave
Studio Apartments

865 Marengo Ave

865 Marengo 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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815 Magnolia Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

815 Magnolia Ave

815 Magnolia AvePasadena, CA 91106
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253 E Glenarm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

253 E Glenarm St

253 E Glenarm StPasadena, CA 91106
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730 S Marengo Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

730 S Marengo Ave

730 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91106

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728 S Marengo Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

728 S Marengo Ave

728 S Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91106
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874 Magnolia Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

874 Magnolia Ave

874 Magnolia AvePasadena, CA 91106

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Madison Heights, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madison Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madison Heights area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better priced from $2,080. Monterey Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Madison Heights apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Villa Lake - 55 + and BetterStudioStudio,1BA$2,080
Monterey Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,175
317 Monterey Rd1BR1BR,1BA$2,175
2028 Meridian AveUnit A1BR,1BA$2,295
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments1+11BR,1BA$2,390
615 El MolinoOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2,450
570 Los Robles2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,595
780 Earlham St2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3,095
The HallieC1 - 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison Heights, CA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison Heights area is the $3.10 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at 780 Earlham St in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Madison Heights apartment is the C1 - 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Hallie starting at $3,225 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
780 Earlham St2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.10
The HallieC1 - 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.31
570 Los Robles2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.03
Monterey Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.38
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments1+11BR,1BA$3.08
615 El MolinoOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$3.34
2028 Meridian AveUnit A1BR,1BA$3.45
317 Monterey Rd1BR1BR,1BA$3.63
La Villa Lake - 55 + and BetterStudioStudio ,1BA$5.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison Heights, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #26

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Madison Heights Neighborhood in Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

60 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Heights Apartment is $2,175 at Monterey Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Madison Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison Heights is starting from $2,595 at 570 Los Robles.

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