
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,500 (84 Rentals)
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2488 Mohawk St, Unit 107

1084 Sinaloa Ave, Unit 1084 Sinaloa Av

Oswego Garden Townhome

125 S Sierra Madre Blvd

132 N Allen Ave

95 N Meridith Ave
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251 N Craig Ave

Del Mar Sierra

72 El Nido Ave

142 Marion Ave

2842 Nina St

59 Oak Ave

90 S Meredith Ave

2519-2527 Whitefield Rd

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50 S Vinedo Ave
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95 N Sierra Bonita Ave

171-179 S Sierra Madre Blvd

59 S Meridith Ave

40 S Meridith Ave

30 Eastern Ave

122-124 N Oak Ave

2446-2458 Mohawk St

138 Allen Ave

125 S Berkeley Ave

2403 Seneca St
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116 N Craig Ave

Grand Oaks

2515 Casa Grande St

Allen Garden

75-83 N Greenwood Ave

29 Marion Ave

63-65 S Parkwood Ave

56-62 N Parkwood Ave

159 S Sierra Madre Blvd

153 N Marion Ave
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50 S Meridith Ave

124 S Meridith Ave

132 Allen Ave

82 N Oak Ave

80 Vinedo Ave

60 Meridith Ave

99 S Meridith Ave

82-88 S Daisy Ave

101 Craig Ave

120 Craig Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South East Pasadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East Pasadena Studio Apartments | $2,208 | $1,775 | $2,403 |
| South East Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $1,995 | $3,675 |
| South East Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,197 | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| South East Pasadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 84 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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Cheapest Available South East Pasadena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South East Pasadena area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 49 S Grand Oaks Ave priced from $1,525. Sierra Madre Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable South East Pasadena apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 S Grand Oaks Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Sierra Madre Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| 103 S Roosevelt Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 380 Sierra Madre Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,076 |
| Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
| Luxe Pasadena | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,028 |
| Harmony Court Apartments | 2+2, 1,000 Sf., 1 Assigned Parking Space, | 2BR,2BA | $3,192 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South East Pasadena, CA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South East Pasadena area is the $3.29 price per square foot 2+2, 1,000 Sf., 2 Assigned Parking Spaces, Model at Harmony Court Apartments in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $3,292. The second greatest value South 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 South East Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony Court Apartments | 2+2, 1,000 Sf., 2 Assigned Parking Spaces, | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| 2167 Casa Grande St | 2167 Casa Grande St | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Del Mar Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Luxe Pasadena | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| 1084 Sinaloa Ave, Unit 1084 Sinaloa Av | 1084 Sinaloa Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| 2488 Mohawk St, Unit 107 | 2488 Mohawk St | Studio ,1BA | $4.38 |
| Sierra Madre Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South East Pasadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South East Pasadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South East Pasadena is at 49 S Grand Oaks Ave listed at $1,525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South East Pasadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South East Pasadena Apartment is $1,795 at 103 S Roosevelt Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South East Pasadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South East Pasadena is starting from $3,130 at Luxe Pasadena.
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