Cheap Homes for Rent in South East Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,500 (4 Rentals)

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1669 Locust St

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South East Pasadena, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the South East Pasadena area is the $3.03 price per square foot 285 S Santa Anita Ave Model at 285 S Santa Anita Ave, Unit 285 S. Santa Anita Ave in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $4,550. The second greatest value South East Pasadena apartment is the The Colorado Model at The Stuart at Sierra Madre Villa starting at $3,457 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South East Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
285 S Santa Anita Ave, Unit 285 S. Santa Anita Ave285 S Santa Anita Ave2BR,1.5BA$3.03
The Stuart at Sierra Madre VillaThe Colorado2BR,2BA$3.28
Harmony Court Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.10
780 Earlham St2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.10
2167 Casa Grande St, Unit UTILITIES INCLUDED2167 Casa Grande St1BR,1BA$3.75
Terraces at South Pasadena ApartmentsR 1+11BR,1BA$3.08
City PlaceFuller1BR,1BA$4.40
Del Mar Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.05
2563 Nina St, Unit 25632563 Nina St1BR,1BA$3.77
Sierra Madre ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about South East Pasadena

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

There are currently 292 Apartments for Rent in South East Pasadena, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,373 to $6,825. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South East Pasadena ranging from $1,500 to $4,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South East Pasadena ranges from $1,500 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,607.

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