Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Central Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $2,600 (6 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the East Central Pasadena area of Pasadena.

property at 2448 E Washington Blvd
$2,950

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Base Rent$2,950

Total Monthly Price$2,950
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2448 E Washington Blvd

PasadenaCA91104

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property at 1533-1532 E Topeka St
$3,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,000

Total Monthly Price$3,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1533-1532 E Topeka St

PasadenaCA91104
property at 1504 1/2-1531 E Topeka St
$3,000

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Base Rent$3,000

Total Monthly Price$3,000
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Pasadena, CA

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central Pasadena area is the $3.04 price per square foot 1980 E Villa St Model at 1980 E Villa St, Unit #1 in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value East Central Pasadena apartment is the 1637 N Allen Ave Model at 1637 N Allen Ave, Unit 1637B starting at $2,200 with a $4.36 price per square foot in the North East Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1980 E Villa St, Unit #11980 E Villa St1BR,1BA$3.04
1637 N Allen Ave, Unit 1637B1637 N Allen Ave1BR,1BA$4.36
1357 E Orange Grove Blvd, Unit 1357 Orange Grove1357 E Orange Grove Blvd1BR,1BA$3.60
1700 N Allen Ave, Unit Guest house1700 N Allen Ave1BR,1BA$5.24

Frequently Asked Questions about East Central Pasadena

What type of rentals are currently available in East Central Pasadena?

There are currently 130 Apartments for Rent in East Central Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $2,995. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central Pasadena ranging from $2,600 to $5,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central Pasadena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central Pasadena ranges from $2,600 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,602.

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