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Highlights

  • Ceiling fan
  • Fridge
  • Laminated flooring
  • Large closet
  • 2-3 shared bathrooms
  • Large closet with built-in shelving and storage

Location

161 Chestnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103, USA|Downtown Pasadena
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Village Property Management

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(844) 294-7576 ext. 8999

Property Overview

161 Chestnut St offers strong value with an 8.6/10 expert rating, combining excellent price, amenities, and location scores with a trustworthy listing and competitive pricing. Notable features include a ceiling fan, fridge, laminated flooring, large closets with built-in shelving and storage, and 2–3 shared bathrooms, while 26 photos help give a clearer view of the property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 161 Chestnut St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 161 Chestnut St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

161 Chestnut St - Unit...Studio1 bath142 sqft$1,180 /moSecond Floor Unit.. Bedroom with closet, ceiling fan, heater and fridge. No private bath or kitchen. There is a shared kitchen and 2-3 shared bathrooms on each floor.
161 Chestnut St - Unit...Studio1 bath160 sqft$1,375 /mo
161 Chestnut St - Unit...Studio1 bath173 sqft$1,450 /mo

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Onsite Laundry
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About 161 Chestnut St

HomeApartments in PasadenaDowntown Pasadena 161 Chestnut St

- Second Floor Unit.. Bedroom with closet, ceiling fan, heater and fridge. No private bath or kitchen. There is a shared kitchen and 2-3 shared bathrooms on each floor.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 161 Chestnut St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 161 Chestnut St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 161 Chestnut St
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
161 Chestnut St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
161 Chestnut St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 161 Chestnut St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
161 Chestnut St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 161 Chestnut St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 161 Chestnut St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Downtown Pasadena

Studio apartments at 161 Chestnut St cost about 28% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Pasadena.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Downtown Pasadena
Pasadena
A table of studio rental data trends in Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,802
July 2024$1,888
August 2024$1,916
September 2024$1,913
October 2024$1,937
November 2024$1,910
December 2024$1,917
January 2025$1,828
February 2025$1,855
March 2025$1,896
April 2025$1,861
May 2025$1,888
June 2025$1,846
July 2025$1,938
August 2025$2,065
September 2025$1,959
October 2025$1,931
November 2025$1,874
December 2025$1,876
January 2026$1,827
February 2026$1,822
March 2026$1,855
April 2026$1,774
May 2026$1,768
June 2026$1,798
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,050
July 2024$2,147
August 2024$2,055
September 2024$1,955
October 2024$2,123
November 2024$2,084
December 2024$2,118
January 2025$1,999
February 2025$2,118
March 2025$2,123
April 2025$2,125
May 2025$2,169
June 2025$1,946
July 2025$2,083
August 2025$2,126
September 2025$1,921
October 2025$1,933
November 2025$2,066
December 2025$2,226
January 2026$1,986
February 2026$1,942
March 2026$2,005
April 2026$1,861
May 2026$1,839
June 2026$1,850

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 161 Chestnut St

McKinley School

325 s oak knoll ave

pasadena, CA, 91101

K-8Public
C+

San Rafael Elementary School

1090 nithsdale rd

pasadena, CA, 91105

K-5Public
B+

Cis Academy

2925 e siera madre blvd

pasadena, CA, 91107

K-12Public
B+

Eugene Field Elementary School

3600 sierra madre blvd

pasadena, CA, 91107

K-5Public
A-

Duff Language Magnet Academy

7830 dorothy ave

rosemead, CA, 91770

K-6Public
B+
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Getting around Pasadena near 161 Chestnut St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 161 Chestnut St, Pasadena

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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