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9.3

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Acappella Pasadena

145 Chestnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,459–$3,528

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Madison Court Apartments

530 S Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,850–$2,795

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3d ago

9.2

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Oak Knoll Apartments

267 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Carpet

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,925–$2,250

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19h ago

9.6

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The Hallie

280 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,239–$2,819

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2d ago

9.6

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Alur Apartments

700 Locust St, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$3,482–$3,850

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645 East Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,995–$4,395

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275 N. Oakland - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

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275 N. Oakland

275 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$1,667

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2d ago

8.3

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285 N. Oakland

285 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,100–$2,583

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2d ago

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Beautiful spacious and bright apartment in the Pasadena Area

211 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,400–$3,000

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2d ago

7.9

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Marengo

494 South Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,595–$6,495

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15h ago

9.4

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Avalon Pasadena

25 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,616–$4,060

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eaves Old Town Pasadena

350 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$2,442–$4,021

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20h ago

9.6

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350 East Del Mar Boulevard

350 E Del Mar Blvd #860, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$2,880

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20h ago

9.6

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25 South Oak Knoll Avenue

25 S Oak Knoll Ave #857, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$3,300

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286 N Madison Ave #1153, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$3,520

$3,330

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451 S. El Molino Ave

451 South El Molino Avenue #451, Pasadena, CA 91101

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,450

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Available Jan 2

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244 South El Molino Avenue #11, Pasadena, CA 91101

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center

2 beds

2 baths

$2,695

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Available Dec 20

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495 S Madison Ave #G, Pasadena, CA 91101

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,245

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Available Dec 15

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5d+ ago

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550 Marengo Ave - C

550 South Marengo Avenue #C, Pasadena, CA 91101

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,395

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Available Dec 1

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3h ago

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071 - Le Vieux Carre

335 South El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

2 beds

2 baths

$2,200

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5h ago

8.9

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The Historic Stanley

149 S Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Oven

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,225–$2,995

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1d ago

9.1

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Los Robles

119 S Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Furnished | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,095–$3,995

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190 Marengo - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

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190 Marengo

190 S Marengo Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,012

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3d ago

8.3

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250 N. Oakland

250 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

1 bed

1 bath

$1,875

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3d ago

9.4

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Terraces at Paseo Colorado

375 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,700–$4,155

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4d ago

8.2

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137 N Oak Knoll Ave

137 N Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,829

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157 South Los Robles Avenue #18 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Pasadena apartment for rent in Pasadena

$2,000 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Pasadena With Great Amenities

157 South Los Robles Avenue #18, Pasadena, CA 91101

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,000

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 15

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5d+ ago

Downtown Pasadena apartment for rent in Pasadena

1BR/1.0BA

103 North Catalina Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106

In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

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360 South Euclid Avenue #119 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Pasadena condo for rent in Pasadena

2 beds

2 baths

$3,100

Condo for rent

Available Oct 15

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2d ago

9.4

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Franklin House Apartments

250 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,025–$2,875

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3h ago

9.1

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APT PALERMO

22 West Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91105

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$3,695

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4h ago

Downtown Pasadena apartment for rent in Pasadena

2BR/2.0BA

317 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101

Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

2 baths

$2,900

$2,700

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1d ago

8.7

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City Place

801 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,904–$4,752

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2d ago

7.9

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Catalonia

111 North Madison Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,595–$5,995

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2d ago

8.8

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Studio

1 bath

$2,400

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165 Chestnut St - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

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165 Chestnut St

165 Chestnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103

Studio

1 bath

$1,260–$1,300

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303 N. Oakland - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

303 N. Oakland

303 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,250–$2,363

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2d ago

Downtown Pasadena condo for rent in Pasadena

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420 S Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Balcony | Swimming pool | Carpet

1 bed

2 baths

$2,900

Condo for rent

Description

Property Status: Active Delightful condo with relaxing courtyard view & only minutes away from all the wonderful dining and shopping options Pasadena has to offer! The living area is blessed with large sliding glass doors that let in plenty of sunlight & open to a balcony overlooking the tranquil and nicely manicured courtyard & poolside below. New carpeting installed throughout & a stylishly updated kitchen features Dolce Vita quartz countertops & 2-toned cabinets with satin nickel hardware. In the hallway, the half bath is enhanced by sophisticated wainscotting & an ampl

664 Mira Monte Place - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

664 Mira Monte Place

664 Mira Monte Pl, Pasadena, CA 91101

Oven

2 beds

1 bath

$2,549

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2d ago

8.9

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elm142

142 South El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$3,495

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2d ago

9

Excellent

mad255

255 S Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

Studio

1 bath

$1,849

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87 N Wilson Ave - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

87 N Wilson Ave

87 N Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,295

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335 S Los Robles Ave #D - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Downtown Pasadena apartment for rent in Pasadena

335 S Los Robles Ave #D, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 12

Description

!!!!UNIT NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL 01/12/2026!!!! Renovated 1BR at Los Robles Apts – Walk to Old Town Pasadena! Welcome to Los Robles Apartments! This charming, newly renovated first floor 1BR unit is just minutes from Old Town Pasadena's best shopping, dining, and nightlife. Features include hardwood floors, fresh paint, fridge, gas stove/oven, A/C, ceiling fans, and great closet space. The community offers a beautifully maintained courtyard with BBQ, outdoor seating, bike racks, onsite laundry, and optional parking/storage (if available). Quick access to 210/110/134 Fwys, C

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3d ago

9

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Thistle

262 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$2,200–$2,500

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742 742 Locust Street - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Downtown Pasadena condo for rent in Pasadena

3 BR, 3 BA in Southeast Pasadena

742 742 Locust Street, Pasadena, CA 91101

On-site laundry | Balcony | Walk-in closets

3 beds

3 baths

$4,350

Condo for rent

Available Nov 22

251 N Oakland Ave #251-3 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Downtown Pasadena apartment for rent in Pasadena

1 BR, 1 BA in Southeast Pasadena

251 N Oakland Ave #251-3, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$2,850

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 15

Description

Available now – Beautifully fully furnished and upgraded 1 bed, 1 bath apartment in the heart of Pasadena’s Playhouse District. This fully renovated unit features luxury furnitures with complete kitchenware and house supplies, new vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, a modern kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, a completely remodeled bathroom, and a new in-unit washer/dryer combo. Enjoy mini-split A/C and heating, ample closet space, and one assigned parking space in a secure 14-unit complex. Optional private storage room available for rent. Assig

290 N Hudson Ave - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Downtown Pasadena apartment for rent in Pasadena

290 N Hudson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Outdoor space

2 beds

2 baths

$4,045

Apartment for rent

Euclid Place Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9

Excellent

Euclid Place Apartments

291 South Euclid Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,695–$3,195

Apartment for rent

601 E Del Mar Blvd #506 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Downtown Pasadena condo for rent in Pasadena

Top-floor one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo

601 E Del Mar Blvd #506, Pasadena, CA 91101

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$1,800

Condo for rent

APT MESSINA - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9

Excellent

APT MESSINA

65 W Dayton St, Pasadena, CA 91105

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Elevator

2 beds

2 baths

$3,695

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Updated: December 21, 2025

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Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena apartment availability

Downtown Pasadena's rental market offers a very strong selection of listings, with an average of 150 rentals available each month. The majority of rentals are 1-bedroom apartments, followed closely by 2-bedroom apartments and studios. Many of these apartments are pet-friendly, with over 65% allowing pets, making this neighborhood a great option for pet owners. The area's popularity is evident, with Downtown Pasadena accounting for nearly 40% of all Pasadena listings. With its diverse range of rentals and pet-friendly amenities, Downtown Pasadena is a top choice for renters in the area.

Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena rental market trends

The Downtown Pasadena rental market experienced a slight decline in average rent prices over the past year, with a 0.36% decrease to $2,899 per month. Breaking it down by bed count, 1-bedrooms average $2,739 per month, a 0.36% decrease from the previous year. In contrast, 2-bedrooms saw a 0.39% increase to $3,430, while 3-bedrooms rose by 0.65% to $4,166. Studio apartments average $2,161, a 0.41% increase from the previous year.

The summer months tend to see the highest demand and prices in Downtown Pasadena, with June typically being the most expensive month. Rents in June are around 11.3% higher compared to November, the month with the lowest average rent. If you're looking for a new apartment, November may be a good time to find a deal. However, if you're looking for a specific type of apartment, be prepared for more competition during the summer months.

Why Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena is a great place to live

Downtown Pasadena stands out as a hub for individuals prioritizing fitness and wellness, as well as those seeking an active social life. The area's popularity for social enthusiasts can be attributed to its vibrant restaurant scene, well-designed street infrastructure, frequent transit options, shared community spaces, and emphasis on safety.

For those focused on fitness and wellness, Downtown Pasadena offers a range of amenities, including onsite pools and spas, fully equipped gyms, regular health and wellness events, dedicated fitness centers, and the use of low VOC materials in buildings. Additionally, sports facilities and soundproofing features in homes contribute to a lifestyle that supports both physical and mental well-being. Whether you're looking to stay active or enjoy the local social scene, Downtown Pasadena presents an ideal setting.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

Downtown Pasadena Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Downtown Pasadena, CA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Downtown Pasadena is 724 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Downtown Pasadena is 1037 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Downtown Pasadena is 1710 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Downtown Pasadena, CA?

To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Downtown Pasadena average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena, CA?

1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena, CA right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena, CA?

3 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Downtown Pasadena, Pasadena, CA right now.

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