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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

621 Richey St, Pasadena, TX 77506, USA|Downtown Pasadena
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Management

Tarantino Properties

Leasing office

(844) 311-7019 ext. 3506

Open 

Monday 8:30 am–5:30 pm CT

Property Overview

Alta Vista has an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.1, reflecting its appeal to renters, enhanced by a strong price rating of 9 out of 10 for its competitive value. With notable proximity to a top-rated elementary school and a robust amenities rating of 8 out of 10, this property stands out for its exceptional location, receiving a rating of 9 as well, ensuring residents enjoy convenience and quality living. Furthermore, a trustworthiness rating of 8 underscores the transparency in its management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Alta Vista is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Alta Vista has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath440 sqft$650 /mo1 unit available
A11 bed1 bath770 sqft$800 /mo
B32 bed1 bath770 sqft$885 /mo
B12 bed1 bath800 sqft$910 /mo
B22 bed2 bath900 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit available
C23 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$1,300 /mo
C13 bed2 bath1,200 sqft$1,325 /mo

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Amenities for Alta Vista

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

NO AGRESSIVE BREEDS

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

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Building details

Property details

Year built1970
Units514
Lease terms3–15 months
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About Alta Vista

HomeApartments in PasadenaDowntown Pasadena Alta Vista

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Year Built: 1970

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Alta Vista is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Alta Vista has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Alta Vista
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Alta Vista offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Alta Vista is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Alta Vista is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Alta Vista does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Alta Vista compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 165 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Downtown Pasadena

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Downtown Pasadena.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Alta Vista to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Pasadena.

3-bedroom apartments at Alta Vista cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Pasadena.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Downtown Pasadena
Pasadena
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$900
March 2024$908
April 2024$952
May 2024$966
June 2024$940
July 2024$947
August 2024$960
September 2024$966
October 2024$968
November 2024$969
December 2024$956
January 2025$942
February 2025$924
March 2025$897
April 2025$896
May 2025$902
June 2025$898
July 2025$903
August 2025$904
September 2025$910
October 2025$916
November 2025$913
December 2025$930
January 2026$911
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Pasadena
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$725
March 2024$725
April 2024$740
May 2024$795
June 2024$795
July 2024$786
August 2024$739
September 2024$725
October 2024$725
November 2024$725
December 2024$725
January 2025$734
February 2025$759
March 2025$738
April 2025$734
May 2025$725
June 2025$725
July 2025$727
August 2025$736
September 2025$725
October 2025$725
November 2025$732
December 2025$778
January 2026$798

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$26,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $650.
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Schools near Alta Vista

Morales Elementary School

305 w harris ave

pasadena, TX, 77506

PK, K-4Public
C+

Thomas Hancock Elementary School

9604 minnesota st

houston, TX, 77075

PK, K-4Public
C+

Dr Kirk Lewis Career & Technical H.S.

1348 genoa red bluff

houston, TX, 77034

PK, K-12Public
A-
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Getting around Pasadena near 621 Richey St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 621 Richey St, Pasadena

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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