5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Centrally located
- Recently remodeled unit
- Property manager
Location
170 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA|South Lake
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Property Overview
170 S. Chester Ave. offers strong value with a high expert rating, especially for price and location, alongside solid amenities and trustworthiness. Notable features include on-site laundry, a centrally located setting, recently remodeled units, and an available property manager, while the nearby grocery store is about 4 miles away.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,995 /mo | 1 unit available | Beautiful 1 bedroom/1 bath unit in Pasadena! Recently remodeled unit with new flooring, baseboards, and paint! Unit comes with fridge and stove! This building offers on-site laundry and 1 assigned parking space is available, $35/mo. Street parking by permit through the City of Pasadena. Centrally located in Pasadena just blocks from the business district and shops! Minutes away from the Rose Bowl, Cal-Tech, and Huntington Library! Contact Cheri to schedule a showing: 909-988-4253 HOW TO APPLY ONLINE: 1. Go to www pacificdiversified net 2. Click on available properties 3. Find the property you are interested in and select Apply Now 4. Fill out application, upload needed documents, pay credit fee 5. Review information and confirm 6. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you and an e-mail will be sent to the property manager letting them know you applied. |
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About 170 S. Chester Ave.
Beautiful 1 bedroom/1 bath unit in Pasadena! Recently remodeled unit with new flooring, baseboards, and paint! Unit comes with fridge and stove! This building offers on-site laundry and 1 assigned parking space is available, $35/mo. Street parking by permit through the City of Pasadena. Centrally located in Pasadena just blocks from the business district and shops! Minutes away from the Rose Bowl, Cal-Tech, and Huntington Library! Contact Cheri to schedule a showing: 909-988-4253 HOW TO APPLY ONLINE: 1. Go to www pacificdiversified net 2. Click on available properties 3. Find the property you are interested in and select Apply Now 4. Fill out application, upload needed documents, pay credit fee 5. Review information and confirm 6. A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you and an e-mail will be sent to the property manager letting them know you applied.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 170 S. Chester Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 170 S. Chester 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.
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.
170 S. Chester 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·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, 170 S. Chester Ave. 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.
170 S. Chester 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 170 S. Chester 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.
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 170 S. Chester Ave. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in South Lake
1-bedroom apartments at 170 S. Chester Ave. cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Lake.
Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
South Lake
Pasadena
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,922 |
| 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 | $1,775 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | $1,950 |
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Can I afford to live at 170 S Chester Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$79,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,995.
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Schools near 170 S. Chester Ave.
McKinley School
325 s oak knoll ave
pasadena, CA, 91101
K-8Public
C+
Cis Academy
2925 e siera madre blvd
pasadena, CA, 91107
K-12Public
B+
San Rafael Elementary School
1090 nithsdale rd
pasadena, CA, 91105
K-5Public
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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Neighborhood
South Lake | Pasadena, CA
Getting around Pasadena near 170 S Chester Ave
Walking
7/10
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
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 170 S Chester Ave, Pasadena
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-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
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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