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  1. Building Photo - 1770 N Sierra Bonita Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100

    1770 N Sierra Bonita Ave

    1770 N Sierra Bonita Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
  5. Building Photo - Del Vina Apts
    STUDIO
    $1,500+
    1 BED
    $1,795+
    2 BEDS
    $2,200+

    Del Vina Apts

    3201 Del Vina St, Pasadena, CA 91107
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    131 S Avenue 63

    131 S Avenue 63, Los Angeles, CA 90042
  17. Building Photo - 910 S Marengo Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,700

    910 S Marengo Ave Unit 1

    910 S Marengo Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
  24. Building Photo - 1179 Wesley Ave
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,750

    1179 Wesley Ave Unit 1179 3/4

    1179 Wesley Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
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  27. Building Photo - 2167 Casa Grande St
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,775+
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,675+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,775 - $3,675
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,775 - $3,675

    2167 Casa Grande St

    2167 Casa Grande St, Pasadena, CA 91104
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    mou734

    734 Mountain St, Pasadena, CA 91104
  42. Building Photo - 6308 Elgin St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,850

    6308 Elgin St Unit 3

    6308 Elgin St, Los Angeles, CA 90042
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Pasadena, CA Apartments for Rent

Pasadena is home to the annual Rose Bowl football game and the Tournament of Roses Parade, a tradition dating back to 1890 that draws visitors from around the world. Located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, this city is 11 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles and serves as the primary cultural center of the San Gabriel Valley. Those searching for apartments for rent in Pasadena will discover plenty of options in this city that houses prestigious institutions like the California Institute of Technology, the Norton Simon Museum, and the Pasadena Playhouse, all within a setting that combines historic Craftsman bungalows with contemporary living spaces.

Renting in Pasadena means convenient access to different neighborhoods and amenities that appeal to many renters. Old Pasadena's walkable streets provide easy access to local dining and shopping, while areas like South Lake Avenue and the Bungalow Heaven district offer distinct architectural character. The city's location provides straightforward commutes to employment centers throughout Los Angeles County, and residents can enjoy nearby hiking trails in the Arroyo Seco or outdoor activities at Brookside Park. With one-bedroom apartment communities averaging $2,372 per month and two-bedroom units around $3,037, Pasadena offers a suburban atmosphere with access to cultural attractions, educational institutions, and recreational spaces.

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Pasadena High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,303 Students
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Pasadena High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,303 Students
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John Muir High School

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Grades 9-12
1,206 Students
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Octavia E. Butler Magnet School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
481 Students
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Willard Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
394 Students
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Willard Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
394 Students
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Don Benito Fundamental

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
384 Students
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Hamilton Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
510 Students
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Hamilton Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
510 Students

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