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Pasadena, CA

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Notable museums and historic architecture in California’s City of Roses

Walkable Diverse Entertainment Active Historic Architecture

Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the city of Pasadena sits about ten miles northeast of Downtown Los Angeles. Known as the City of Roses, Pasadena hosts the annual Rose Parade, where a variety of floats covered in flowers file through the streets. And to add to the rose theme, Pasadena is also home to Rose Bowl Stadium, which hosts a yearly championship college football game in addition to a monthly flea market.

As a resident of Pasadena, you’ll live near the California Institute of Technology and where Albert Einstein lived while he taught at the university. You can tour NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, view the vast collection of art at the Norton Simon Museum, and enjoy the festivities at the whimsical Doo Dah Parade. Historic sites are a major attraction in Pasadena. Take a day to admire the intricate architecture of the Gamble House, peruse the shops in Old Pasadena, explore the interactive Kidspace Children’s Museum, and enjoy the beautiful Pasadena City Hall.

There’s plenty of mass transit in the city of Pasadena, between light rail stations and public bus stops, including the Memorial Park Light Rail Station, which will take you directly into Downtown Los Angeles. With an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, Pasadena is as convenient as ever. But just because it’s an urban area doesn’t mean there isn’t room for outdoor recreation. Check out Central Park and Pasadena Memorial Park for historic memorials, open green space, and summer concerts!

Explore the City

Pasadena is home to the world-famous Rose Bowl Parade

The Pasadena City Hall was completed in 1927

Pasadena is home to the prestigious Caltech

The Space Tech Expo at the Pasadena Convention Center

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Pasadena, CA is $1,941 for a studio, $2,331 for one bedroom, $2,991 for two bedrooms, and $3,595 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pasadena has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,331/month
662 Sq Ft
House
$6,558/month
2,100 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,154/month
1,005 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,975/month
1,209 Sq Ft
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Transportation

85

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

55

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

75

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Field (Eugene) Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

430 Students

7
out of 10

Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

533 Students

6
out of 10

Hamilton Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

482 Students

6
out of 10

Willard Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

476 Students

6
out of 10

Don Benito Fundamental

Public

Grades K-5

386 Students

6
out of 10

Marshall Fundamental

Public

Grades 6-12

1,849 Students

6
out of 10

Blair High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,117 Students

5
out of 10

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School

Public

Grades 6-8

513 Students

4
out of 10

McKinley

Public

Grades K-8

648 Students

3
out of 10

Woodrow Wilson Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

386 Students

Rating Unavailable

Pasadena High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,609 Students

7
out of 10

Marshall Fundamental

Public

Grades 6-12

1,849 Students

6
out of 10

Blair High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,117 Students

5
out of 10

John Muir High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,012 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Eaton Canyon Nature Center
  • Jet Propulsion Laboratory
  • Kidspace Children's Museum
  • Huntington Botanical Gardens
  • Descanso Gardens

Airports

  • Bob Hope
  • Los Angeles International

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