
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,300 (32 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios

1770 Brigden Rd

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1316 N Dominion Ave, Unit 1316

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2167 Casa Grande St

Cottages D Caroline Atlas

1559 N Hill Ave, Unit 8

550 N Catalina Ave, Unit 5
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999 Locust St, Unit 17

760 Earlham St

934 N Lake Ave

516 Mar Vista Ave, Unit 2

1730 Asbury Dr

Wright Avenue Apartments

530 N Wilson Ave

1193 Washington Blvd
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Prescott 5

550 Catalina Ave

Villa Capri Apartments

Oakland Ave 650- Hillsides

250 N Oakland Ave

567 N Holliston Ave

La Villa Lake Apartments

1091 N Lake Ave
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815 E Villa St

585 E Washington Blvd

Oakland Gardens Apartments

777 E Villa St

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296 Oakland Apartments

435 N Wilson Ave

612 Washington Blvd
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North East Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North East Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,044 | $1,350 | $2,729 |
| North East Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $1,750 | $4,057 |
| North East Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,659 | $2,250 | $4,804 |
| North East Pasadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,434 | $4,660 | $7,055 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available North East Pasadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North East Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios priced from $1,350. La Villa Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable North East Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Studios | Studio 60% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| La Villa Lake Apartments | R Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 585 E Washington Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| The Foothills at Eaton Canyon | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Cottages D Caroline Atlas | F/Med 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North East Pasadena, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the North East Pasadena area is the $3.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom F Model at Alur Apartments in the in the South Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value North East Pasadena apartment is the 2167 Casa Grande St Model at 2167 Casa Grande St starting at $3,675 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the North East Pasadena neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North East Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alur Apartments | 2 Bedroom F | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| 2167 Casa Grande St | 2167 Casa Grande St | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 1172 E Orange Grove Blvd, Unit Upstairs apt in four plex | 1172 E Orange Grove Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| APT THE MADISON COLLECTION | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| 918 E Topeka St, Unit 2 | 918 E Topeka St | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| THEO | Allen | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| The Foothills at Eaton Canyon | The Sage | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 418 N Chester Ave, Unit #4 | 418 N Chester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 585 E Washington Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 1316 N Dominion Ave, Unit 1316 | 1316 N Dominion Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North East Pasadena Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North East Pasadena?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North East Pasadena is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North East Pasadena?
The cheapest apartment in North East Pasadena is 585 E Washington Blvd which is listed at $1,775, while the average apartment in North East Pasadena costs $4,969.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North East Pasadena?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in North East Pasadena that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North East Pasadena?
Cheap apartments in North East Pasadena have an average cost of $337 which is $4,632 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North East Pasadena.
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