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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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Management

Village Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 284-9472 ext. 1370

Property Overview

161 Chestnut St achieves a high Zumper expert rating of 8.4, reflecting its strong appeal to renters, complemented by a perfect price rating of 10. It features notable amenities such as laminated flooring, a ceiling fan, and spacious closets, alongside an excellent location rating of 9, ensuring convenience to essential services and points of interest. Additionally, the property maintains a trustworthiness rating of 8, highlighting its transparency and thorough representation, further enhanced by 26 photos that effectively showcase its offerings.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
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Floor plans

161 Chestnut St - Unit...Studio1 bath143 sqft$1,215 /moFirst Floor Unit.. Bedroom with closet, ceiling fan, heater and fridge. Unit has laminated flooring and large closet with built-in shelving and storage. No private bath or kitchen. There is a shared kitchen and 2-3 shared bathrooms on each floor.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,215

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About 161 Chestnut St

HomeApartments in PasadenaDowntown Pasadena 161 Chestnut St

First Floor Unit.. Bedroom with closet, ceiling fan, heater and fridge. Unit has laminated flooring and large closet. 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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 161 Chestnut St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Downtown Pasadena

studio apartments at 161 Chestnut St cost about 36% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Downtown Pasadena.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Downtown Pasadena
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A table of studio rental data trends in Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,841
December 2023$1,788
January 2024$1,752
February 2024$1,917
March 2024$1,934
April 2024$1,888
May 2024$1,791
June 2024$1,804
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$1,934
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,913
December 2023$1,931
January 2024$1,995
February 2024$2,150
March 2024$2,079
April 2024$2,099
May 2024$2,083
June 2024$2,110
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$1,913

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,215.
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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-
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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
Several 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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