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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Playhouse District Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (75 Rentals)
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280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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170 El Molino N Ave, Unit 3
170 El Molino N AvePasadena, CA 91101
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279 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
530 N Wilson Ave
PasadenaCA91106
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742 Earlham St, Unit 740
742 Earlham StPasadena, CA 91101
110 S Michigan Ave
PasadenaCA91106
808 Santa Barbara St
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435 N Euclid AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Playhouse District, Pasadena, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Playhouse District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playhouse District Studio Apartments | $3,249 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
| Playhouse District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,437 | $1,695 | $5,930 |
| Playhouse District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,646 | $2,545 | $7,385 |
| Playhouse District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,998 | $3,345 | $6,652 |
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Cheapest Available Playhouse District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Playhouse District area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites priced from $1,325. mic130 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Playhouse District apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
| Madison Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | D2 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| 301 Pleasant St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Hallie | A1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Playhouse District, CA
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Playhouse District area is the $3.22 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at APT THE MADISON COLLECTION in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $4,350. The second greatest value Playhouse District apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 144 S Catalina Ave starting at $2,890 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the South Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Playhouse District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.22 |
| 144 S Catalina Ave | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 780 Earlham St | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 570 N El Molino Ave, Unit 570 | 570 N El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 716 N Madison Ave, Unit 716.5 | 716 N Madison Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| 570 Los Robles | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| THEO | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| mic130 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 301 Pleasant St. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Playhouse District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Playhouse District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Playhouse District is under $2,149.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Playhouse District?
The cheapest apartment in Playhouse District is mic130 which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Playhouse District costs $4,998.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Playhouse District?
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 6 regular apartments in Playhouse District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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