Average Rent in Alhambra, CA
20 apartment buildings, 144 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building. 1 more available with Average Rent Pro
Cheapest
$2,192/mo
Luxe 1801 Apts
Properties
20
tracked daily
Units
144
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Alhambra, CA Rent Prices
All 20 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Plaza on Main
333 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
Luxe 1801 Apts
1801 W Garvey Ave, Alhambra, CA 91803, USA
THISTLE Apartments
262 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Woodside Terrace
400 N Chapel Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
The Hallie Apartments
280 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Arpeggio Pasadena Apartments
325 Cordova St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Almansor Villa Apartments
401 S Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plaza on Main 333 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA | $1,546 as of Jul 29 | $1,570 | $2.42 | 4.4 (8) | 2 |
| 2 | Luxe 1801 Apts 1801 W Garvey Ave, Alhambra, CA 91803, USA | $2,192 | $2,469 | $2.90 | 4.3 (69) | 5 |
| 3 | THISTLE Apartments 262 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $2,195 as of Jul 29 | $2,798 | $4.21 | 4.2 (26) | 3 |
| 4 | Woodside Terrace 400 N Chapel Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA | $2,225 | $2,225 | $3.18 | 5 (5) | 1 |
| 5 | The Hallie Apartments 280 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $2,367 | $2,663 | $3.61 | 3.3 (78) | 12 |
| 6 | Arpeggio Pasadena Apartments 325 Cordova St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $2,384 | $2,907 | $3.27 | 4.1 (38) | 6 |
| 7 | Almansor Villa Apartments 401 S Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA | $2,454 | $2,691 | $3.04 | 2.6 (7) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Plaza on Main
4.4 (8)333 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
Luxe 1801 Apts
4.3 (69)1801 W Garvey Ave, Alhambra, CA 91803, USA
THISTLE Apartments
4.2 (26)262 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Woodside Terrace
5 (5)400 N Chapel Ave, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA
The Hallie Apartments
3.3 (78)280 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Arpeggio Pasadena Apartments
4.1 (38)325 Cordova St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
By Area
Alhambra, CA neighborhoods
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Alhambra, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Alhambra, CA is $3,608 per month, based on 144 units across 20 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,192 at Luxe 1801 Apts to $8,078 at AMLI Old Pasadena.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,553/mo | $2,367/mo | 31 |
| 1 Bed | $3,066/mo | $2,192/mo | 71 |
| 2 Bed | $4,303/mo | $2,454/mo | 34 |
| 3 Bed | $5,681/mo | $2,837/mo | 8 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Alhambra, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Alhambra, CA averages $3,066/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $4,303/mo. At the local median household income of $85,189, that works out to 51% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Alhambra, CA at $1,852/mo. The current tracked market average runs 95% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Alhambra, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Alhambra, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$144,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,608/mo.
Comfortable income
$173,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,192/mo), you need to earn at least $88,000/year.
Median household income in Alhambra, CA is $85,189 , about 51% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Alhambra, CA
Overall prices in Alhambra, CA runs above the national average by about 15% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 114.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Alhambra, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,608 |
| Utilities | $744 |
| Groceries | $578 |
| Transportation | $1,773 |
| Healthcare | $865 |
| Other goods and services | $1,384 |
| Estimated total | $8,952/mo |
Population
81,483
Median household income
$85,189
Census median rent
$1,852/mo
Rent as % of income
31.8%
Median age
41.9
Mean commute
31 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Alhambra, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Alhambra, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,936 | -19% | +1.9% | 49 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,859 | -21% | -2% | 31 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,357 | -7% | -0.5% | 30 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,558 | -29% | -1.2% | 26 |
| Oakland, CA | $3,608 | 0% | +2.5% | 22 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,389 | -34% | -1.1% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Alhambra, CA?
The average rent in Alhambra, CA is $3,608 per month, based on 144 units across 20 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Alhambra, CA?
The median asking rent in Alhambra, CA is $3,273 per month, computed from 144 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $3,608/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Alhambra, CA?
The lowest available rent in Alhambra, CA starts at $2,192 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Alhambra, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Alhambra, CA average $3,066/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,192/mo across 71 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Alhambra, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Alhambra, CA average $4,303/mo. Units start from $2,454/mo across 34 units currently listed.
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