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Highlights

  • Onsite laundry
  • Ample storage
  • Convenient location
  • Onsite manager
  • Hardwood flooring throughout
  • Large living room

Location

255 S Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA|Downtown Pasadena
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Management

Ozer Maple LLC

Leasing office

(818) 715-0965

Property Overview

255 S. Oakland Ave. receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6, highlighted by its competitive pricing and impressive amenities, including onsite laundry and ample storage, rated 9 out of 10. Its prime location, just a short distance from schools and public transport, earns a 9 out of 10, while trustworthiness is underscored by a solid rating of 8 out of 10. The property is noted for its pet-friendly atmosphere, with numerous services available nearby.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” 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, 255 S. Oakland Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 255 S. Oakland Ave. 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$2,195 /mo1 unit availableOPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY (1/25) 1 PM - 5 PM Ground-floor apartment located in a well-maintained Pasadena complex. Unit #2 features a large living room, hardwood flooring throughout, wall air conditioning, a stove, fridge, and ample storage. The property offers onsite laundry and an onsite manager. Cats are allowed. Convenient location near shopping, dining, and freeway access. Available now. Please contact Vince to schedule your showing today, 626-429-3177.

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Amenities for 255 S. Oakland Ave.

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingAssigned Parking Space

Services

On-Site Management
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units16
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About 255 S. Oakland Ave.

HomeApartments in PasadenaDowntown Pasadena 255 S. Oakland Ave.

OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY (1/25) 1 PM - 5 PM Ground-floor apartment located in a well-maintained Pasadena complex. Unit #2 features a large living room, hardwood flooring throughout, wall air conditioning, a stove, fridge, and ample storage. The property offers onsite laundry and an onsite manager. Cats are allowed. Convenient location near shopping, dining, and freeway access. Available now. Please contact Vince to schedule your showing today, 626-429-3177.


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, 255 S. Oakland Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 255 S. Oakland Ave. 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 255 S. Oakland Ave.
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.
255 S. Oakland Ave. 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.
255 S. Oakland Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 255 S. Oakland Ave. 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.
255 S. Oakland Ave. 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 255 S. Oakland Ave. 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.

255 S. Oakland Ave. is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 521 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 56 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 151 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 7 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 20 pet supply stores near the property
  • 8 pet hospitals in the area

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 255 S. Oakland Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Pasadena

1-bedroom apartments at 255 S. Oakland Ave. cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Pasadena.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Downtown Pasadena
Pasadena
A table of studio rental data trends in Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,931
November 2025$1,874
December 2025$1,876
January 2026$1,827
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,933
November 2025$2,066
December 2025$2,226
January 2026$1,986

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 255 S Oakland Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$87,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near 255 S. Oakland Ave.

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 255 S Oakland Ave

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

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 255 S Oakland Ave, Pasadena

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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