Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,100 (90 Rentals)

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Stanley Apartments
Studio Apartments

Stanley Apartments

149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255-265 Grandview St
1 Bedroom Apartments

255-265 Grandview St

255-265 Grandview StPasadena, CA 91104
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The Somerset
Studio Apartments

The Somerset

538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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530 N Wilson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Wilson Ave

530 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106

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343 Madison Ave
Studio Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1193 Washington Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1193 Washington Blvd

1193 Washington BlvdPasadena, CA 91104
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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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73 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

73 S Michigan Ave

73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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550 Catalina Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Prescott 5
Studio Apartments

Prescott 5

629 Prescott StPasadena, CA 91104
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The Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas

231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101

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1401 N Los Robles Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 N Los Robles Ave

1401 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104
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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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lak109
1 Bedroom Apartments

lak109

1091 N Lake AvePasadena, CA 91104

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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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Ely House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ely House

465 S El Molino 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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Cottages D' Caroline
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottages D' Caroline

390-400 N 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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Southwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites priced from $1,325. 853-861 N Raymond Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Southwest Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,325
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$1,850
170 N El Molino Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
Pasadena Gateway VillasD2Studio,1BA$1,890
279 N Euclid AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
Oak Knoll Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
La Villa Lake - 55 + and BetterStudioStudio,1BA$2,080
435 N Euclid Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,166

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Pasadena, CA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Pasadena area is the $2.28 price per square foot 1288 N Los Robles Ave Model at 1288 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 1288 in the in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Southwest Pasadena apartment is the CREPE MYRTLE Model at Crepe Myrtle Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the South Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1288 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 12881288 N Los Robles Ave2BR,1BA$2.28
Crepe Myrtle ApartmentsCREPE MYRTLE2BR,1BA$2.64
804 Merrett Dr, Unit #1804 Merrett Dr2BR,1BA$2.55
Park View Arbor ApartmentsJacaranda-161BR,1BA$3.00
Palm Gardens Apartments1x1 750sqft1BR,1BA$2.51
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments1+11BR,1BA$3.08
735 Worcester Ave, Unit 3735 Worcester Ave2BR,1BA$2.86
Pasadena Gateway VillasC11BR,1BA$2.83
853-861 N Raymond Ave853 #21BR,1BA$2.85
1310 N Marengo Ave1310 N Marengo Ave1BR,1BA$3.02

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Pasadena. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Southwest Pasadena Neighborhood in Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

67 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Pasadena Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Pasadena?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Pasadena is at Aqua Courtyard Suites listed at $1,325.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Pasadena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Pasadena Apartment is $1,850 at 853-861 N Raymond Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Pasadena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Pasadena is starting from $2,495 at Pasadena Gateway Villas.

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