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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Playhouse District Pasadena, CA from $900 (63 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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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 | $3,207 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
| Playhouse District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,322 | $1,875 | $5,930 |
| Playhouse District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,746 | $2,595 | $7,385 |
| Playhouse District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,647 | $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. 190 S Marengo Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,708. 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 |
| 190 S Marengo Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
| 170 N El Molino Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | D2 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| 279 N Euclid Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Oak Knoll Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 435 N Euclid Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,166 |
| El Molino South | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Playhouse District, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Playhouse District area is the $2.40 price per square foot 570 N El Molino Ave Model at 570 N El Molino Ave, Unit 570 in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Playhouse District apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at 780 Earlham St starting at $3,095 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the West Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 570 N El Molino Ave, Unit 570 | 570 N El Molino Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 780 Earlham St | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Alur | 2X2 C | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| The Hallie | C1 - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| 716 N Madison Ave, Unit 716.5 | 716 N Madison Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| 570 Los Robles | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| THEO | Arroyo | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Pasadena Gateway Villas | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 303 N. Oakland | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| El Molino South | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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 $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Playhouse District?
The cheapest apartment in Playhouse District is 170 N El Molino Ave which is listed at $1,875, while the average apartment in Playhouse District costs $4,742.
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 8 regular apartments in Playhouse District 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 Playhouse District?
Cheap apartments in Playhouse District have an average cost of $191 which is $4,551 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Playhouse District.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.