
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,400 (42 Rentals)
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45 S Vinedo Ave, Unit B

850 S Rosemead Blvd, Unit 3

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2563 Nina St, Unit 2563, Unit 2563

The Huntington at Pasadena

Del Mar Apartments

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3768 E Colorado Blvd, Unit SI FL5-ID1232

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2488 Mohawk St, Unit 203, Unit 203
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Studios at Walnut

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3547 E Green St, Unit A, Unit A

3547 E Green St, Unit A

Morningside Apartments

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Cliff Terrace Apartments

111 S Sunnyslope Ave

The Stuart at Sierra Madre Villa
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2599 Morningside St.

Bell Pasadena

3657 Mountain View Ave

The Oaks of Pasadena- ALL INCLUSIVE 55+

Rosemead

9000 E Arcadia Ave, Unit J

Villa Tramonti

Rosewood Gardens
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The Boulevard

Casa De Arco

7025 Rosemead Blvd

1164 W Duarte Rd, Unit 19

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Royal Gardens Arcadia

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The Huntington Sunset

Casa Encanto

722-724 Sunset Blvd
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614 Sunset Blvd

933 W Huntington Dr

1001-1005 W Huntington Dr

941 W Huntington Dr

Carousel Apartments

Paseo De Monterey

1018 Arcadia Ave

Fairview Apartments
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East Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Pasadena Studio Apartments | $1,830 | $1,452 | $2,280 |
| East Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $1,695 | $3,200 |
| East Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $2,200 | $3,500 |
| East Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Pasadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Pasadena area of Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Rosemead priced from $1,452. Villa Tramonti has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,744. Here are the most affordable East Pasadena apartments for rent in Pasadena, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemead | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,452 |
| Villa Tramonti | STUDIO RENO | Studio,1BA | $1,744 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Boulevard | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Casa De Arco | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Huntington at Pasadena | The Huntington Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 1001-1005 W Huntington Dr | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Stuart at Sierra Madre Villa | The Huntington | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Pasadena, CA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Pasadena area is the $2.59 price per square foot Studio #5 Model at Studios at Walnut in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value East Pasadena apartment is the 3547 E Green St Model at 3547 E Green St, Unit A starting at $3,250 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studios at Walnut | Studio #5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| 3547 E Green St, Unit A | 3547 E Green St | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Fairview Apartments | 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 1001-1005 W Huntington Dr | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Casa De Arco | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Bell Pasadena | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| The Boulevard | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Stuart at Sierra Madre Villa | The Huntington | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 2563 Nina St, Unit 2563 | 2563 Nina St | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Pasadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Pasadena is at Rosemead listed at $1,452.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Pasadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Pasadena Apartment is $1,850 at Rosewood Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Pasadena is starting from $2,550 at Casa De Arco.
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