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Rentals in Glendale, CA Under $800/mo
Browse rentals in Glendale, CA under $800 a month. Find affordable studios and 1-bedrooms - updated daily on Rentler.
What to Know Before Renting Under $800 in Glendale, CA
Rentals under $800 per month in Glendale are possible but competitive — expect older buildings, smaller units, and fewer amenity-rich communities at this price point. Expand your search along major corridors and garden-style complexes where rents tend to run lower. Confirm what is included in the monthly rent (water, trash, parking) and budget for move-in costs beyond the first month's rent. Under-$800 listings in Glendale can lease within days when they hit the market.
Affordable Rentals by Glendale Neighborhood
Downtown Glendale
Downtown Glendale offers new builds and renovated apartments, condos, and lofts. Rents for the area’s studios, 1-bedrooms, and 2-bedrooms are usually above the city’s average $2,231/mo price. Locals can walk to shopping, dining, and transit, including Glendale Beeline Routes 1 and 4 and Metro Lines 92 and 180. Luxury options are available in new developments. All things considered, Downtown Glendale is best for professionals and couples who want pet-friendly rentals close to urban amenities.
Rossmoyne/Verdugo Woodlands
Older houses, duplexes, and small apartments are available throughout Rossmoyne and Verdugo Woodlands. With tree-lined streets and outdoor access, the neighborhood offers pet-friendly 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom units. Pricewise, rents are generally above Glendale’s average rate of $2,231/mo, especially for renovated homes with private yards. Locals take North Verdugo Road to travel north and south, or use Beeline Routes 3, 7, and 8 for short trips around Glendale. As one of Glendale’s most established areas, Rossmoyne and Verdugo Woodlands work well for couples and growing families with pets.
Adams Hill
Known for its hillside streets, Adams Hill has mostly older apartments, duplexes, and houses, with 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom layouts, as well as a few 3-bedroom homes. Prices generally stay around Glendale’s typical price point ($2,231/mo). And compared to Downtown, Adams Hill has fewer luxury options available. There are plenty of pet-friendly rentals available in the walkable residential area. Locals typically drive for their daily commute, taking Glendale Avenue, Colorado Street, and SR-2 to travel along South Glendale. Adams Hill is a solid fit for professionals and small families looking for a suburban-style neighborhood near central Glendale.
Northwest Glendale
Spacious 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom single-family homes, townhomes, and apartments are available for rent in Northwest Glendale. Price points usually range from mid-level to above Glendale’s average of $2,231/mo, with moderate luxury rentals available in new builds and renovated properties. Because many homes have private yards, the neighborhood is highly pet-friendly. Locals usually drive to get from place to place, taking Glenoaks Boulevard and San Fernando Road. With a community feel and parking available on most properties, Northwest Glendale works best for growing families and professionals with cars looking for long-term rentals with multiple bedrooms.
Montrose-Adjacent/Northern Glendale Edge
Rentals along Glendale's northern edge near Montrose are mostly houses, condos, and townhomes with 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom layouts. While most properties are older or mid-era builds, prices run above Glendale’s average rent of $2,231/mo, especially renovated rentals. Homes with yards and park access are the most pet-friendly. When it comes to daily travel, Honolulu Avenue, North Verdugo Road, I-134, and SR-2 are the main commuter roads. Overall, the area is best for families and professionals who want to live close to retail, foothill recreation, and highways.
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Rentals Under $800 Near Glendale, CA
Frequently Asked Questions About Rentals Under $800 in Glendale, CA
Rentler currently shows 0 rentals in Glendale priced under $800. Inventory at this price point is updated daily — availability changes quickly, especially at the lower price tiers where well-priced units receive applications within 24–48 hours of posting.
At the under $800 price point in Glendale, use the bedroom and property-type filters to narrow to studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, houses, or townhomes. Availability shifts daily — set a listing alert if you want to catch new units as they post.
These terms refer to different things. Cheap or affordable apartments are market-rate units at the lower end of a city's price range — anyone can apply regardless of income. Low-income or income-restricted apartments are subsidized properties (through programs like Section 8, HUD, or LIHTC) that require income qualification, typically at or below 50–80% of the area median income. Both types may appear on Rentler — contact landlords directly on lower-priced listings to ask about income requirements and subsidy acceptance.
Pet-friendly rentals exist across all price tiers. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow to properties that accept animals. At lower price points, pet deposits and monthly pet rent still apply — factor that into your total monthly cost when budgeting. Breed and weight restrictions are common even on pet-accepting listings.
Yes — especially on market-rate listings with individual landlords, which make up a significant share of Rentler's inventory. Negotiating leverage is highest in winter (November through January), when fewer people are searching and landlords are more motivated to fill vacancies. Offering a longer lease term, a larger security deposit, or the ability to move in quickly are the most effective negotiating levers.
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