Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
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Pasadena Studios
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La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better

305 N Vinedo Ave
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Southeast Pasadena, Pasadena, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Pasadena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southeast Pasadena Studio Apartments | $1,696 | $1,325 | $2,450 |
Southeast Pasadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $2,000 | $3,797 |
Southeast Pasadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,590 | $3,039 | $4,817 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,373 |
La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better | Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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780 Earlham St | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Terraces at South Pasadena Apartments | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
City Place | Galileo | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
Luxe Pasadena | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
La Villa Lake - 55 + and Better | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.20 |
Pasadena Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.32 |
Aqua Courtyard Suites | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $6.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast Pasadena, Pasadena, CA
Ranked #29
Among neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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