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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern appliances
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Ample closet space
  • Vibrant community
  • Convenient location
  • Spacious bedroom

Location

281 S Madison Ave #205, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA|Downtown Pasadena
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Red Letter Management

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(844) 338-5315 ext. 7553

Property Overview

281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by a perfect price score and top-tier amenities and location scores. The home features a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, ample closet space, and a spacious bedroom, set within a vibrant community and a competitively priced building relative to the area. It also stands out for pet friendliness thanks to numerous nearby pet services, plus convenient access to well-rated schools and other everyday destinations, supported by a transparent and detailed property description.

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, 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 2051 bed1 bath750 sqft$2,450 /moWelcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located at 281 South Madison Avenue in Pasadena, CA. Unit #205 offers a cozy living space of 750.0 sqft, perfect for those seeking a comfortable and convenient living experience. This recently remodeled appartment has a bright and airy living room, a fully equipped kitchen with brand new modern appliances, and a spacious bedroom with ample closet space. The bathroom is comletely remodeled and well-appointed, providing a relaxing retreat after a long day. Located in a desirable neighborhood, this apartment offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. With a convenient location, residents can enjoy the vibrant community of Pasadena while still having a quiet place to call home. This apartment is available for a 12-month lease starting April 10, 2025, providing a long-term housing solution for those looking to settle down in this beautiful area. Don't miss the opportunity to make this apartment your new home sweet home!

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Amenities for 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
MicrowaveRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Garage AttachedLaundry Shared
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage Parking
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

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205

HomeApartments in PasadenaDowntown Pasadena 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205

Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located at 281 South Madison Avenue in Pasadena, CA. Unit #205 offers a cozy living space of 750.0 sqft, perfect for those seeking a comfortable and convenient living experience. This recently remodeled appartment has a bright and airy living room, a fully equipped kitchen with brand new modern appliances, and a spacious bedroom with ample closet space. The bathroom is comletely remodeled and well-appointed, providing a relaxing retreat after a long day. Located in a desirable neighborhood, this apartment offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. With a convenient location, residents can enjoy the vibrant community of Pasadena while still having a quiet place to call home. This apartment is available for a 12-month lease starting April 10, 2025, providing a long-term housing solution for those looking to settle down in this beautiful area. Don't miss the opportunity to make this apartment your new home sweet home!


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, 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 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 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205
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.
281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 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.
281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 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.
281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 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 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 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.

281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 7 pet grooming services nearby
  • 20 pet supply stores near the property
  • 6 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 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Downtown Pasadena

1-bedroom apartments at 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205 cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Pasadena.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Downtown Pasadena
Pasadena
A table of studio rental data trends in Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,789
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
February 2026$1,822
March 2026$1,855
April 2026$1,774
May 2026$1,776
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,100
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
February 2026$1,942
March 2026$2,005
April 2026$1,861
May 2026$1,850

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Can I afford to live at 281 S Madison Ave #205?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$98,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $98,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,450.
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Schools near 281 South Madison Avenue, Unit 205

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 281 S Madison Ave #205

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
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 281 S Madison Ave #205, Pasadena

Groceries

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

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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