Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)

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132 N Allen Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

132 N Allen Ave

132 N Allen AvePasadena, CA 91106
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44 N Oak Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

44 N Oak Ave

44 N Oak AvePasadena, CA 91107

Southeast Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Pasadena area of Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Aqua Courtyard Suites priced from $1,325. Pasadena Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,373. Here are the most affordable Southeast Pasadena apartments for rent in Pasadena, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,325
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,373
La Villa Lake - 55 + and BetterStudioStudio,1BA$2,080

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Pasadena, CA

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Pasadena area is the $3.10 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at 780 Earlham St in the in the West Central Pasadena neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Southeast Pasadena apartment is the 1+1 Model at Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments starting at $2,390 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the South Arroyo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
780 Earlham St2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.10
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments1+11BR,1BA$3.08
City PlaceGalileo1BR,1BA$4.14
Luxe PasadenaA11BR,1BA$5.26
La Villa Lake - 55 + and BetterStudioStudio ,1BA$5.20
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$5.32
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$6.02

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Southeast Pasadena, Pasadena, CA

Ranked #29

Among neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood in Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Pasadena Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Pasadena?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Pasadena is under $3,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Pasadena?

The cheapest apartment in Southeast Pasadena is La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better which is listed at $2,272, while the average apartment in Southeast Pasadena costs $3,633.

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