Average Rent in Pasadena, CA
What is the average rent in Pasadena, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Pasadena, CA is $3,011 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 57 priced apartments in 9 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 2, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
9 apartment buildings, 57 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Pasadena, CACheapest
$1,725/mo
Anchor Pacifica
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
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Pasadena, CA Rent Prices
All 9 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Anchor Pacifica
1010 Union St #100, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
eaves Old Town Pasadena
350 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Luxe Pasadena
1769 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
The Rinrose Apartments
3768 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
Villas of Pasadena Apartment Homes
300 E Bellevue Dr, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Avalon Pasadena
25 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
City Place
801 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anchor Pacifica 1010 Union St #100, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA | $1,725 | $1,968 | $1.80/ft² | 2.8 (22) | 6 |
| 2 | eaves Old Town Pasadena 350 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $2,481 | $2,622 | $4.03/ft² | 4.6 (111) | 6 |
| 3 | Luxe Pasadena 1769 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA | $2,591 | $2,780 | $3.66/ft² | 3.4 (84) | 6 |
| 4 | The Rinrose Apartments 3768 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA | $2,599 | $3,196 | $4.19/ft² | 4.8 (103) | 9 |
| 5 | Villas of Pasadena Apartment Homes 300 E Bellevue Dr, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $2,625 | $2,899 | $3.59/ft² | 4.3 (68) | 9 |
| 6 | Avalon Pasadena 25 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $2,760 | $2,942 | $4.02/ft² | 4.7 (123) | 6 |
| 7 | City Place 801 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA | $3,219 | $3,728 | $3.74/ft² | 4.5 (99) | 11 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Anchor Pacifica
2.8 (22)1010 Union St #100, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
eaves Old Town Pasadena
4.6 (111)350 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Luxe Pasadena
3.4 (84)1769 E Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91106, USA
The Rinrose Apartments
4.8 (103)3768 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA
Villas of Pasadena Apartment Homes
4.3 (68)300 E Bellevue Dr, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
Avalon Pasadena
4.7 (123)25 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
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Pasadena, CA neighborhoods
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Pasadena, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Pasadena, CA is $3,011 per month, based on 57 units across 9 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,725 at Anchor Pacifica to $4,837 at City Place.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,238/mo | $1,725/mo | 9 |
| 1 Bed | $2,923/mo | $2,591/mo | 29 |
| 2 Bed | $3,613/mo | $2,947/mo | 17 |
| 3 Bed | $3,255/mo | $3,255/mo | 1 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Pasadena, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Pasadena, CA averages $2,923/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,613/mo. At the local median household income of $103,778, that works out to 35% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Pasadena, CA at $2,218/mo. The current tracked market average runs 36% 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 Pasadena, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Los Angeles
Demand in the Los Angeles rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
- California Institute of Technology
- Kaiser Permanente
Mean one-way commute in Pasadena, CA is 27 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Pasadena, 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
$120,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,011/mo.
Comfortable income
$145,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,725/mo), you need to earn at least $69,000/year.
Median household income in Pasadena, CA is $103,778 , about 28% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Pasadena, CA
Overall prices in Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,011 |
| Utilities | $744 |
| Groceries | $578 |
| Transportation | $1,773 |
| Healthcare | $865 |
| Other goods and services | $1,384 |
| Estimated total | $8,355/mo |
Population
136,462
Median household income
$103,778
Census median rent
$2,218/mo
Census rent burden
30.4%
Median age
40.1
Mean commute
27 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
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
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
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 Pasadena, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Pasadena, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,102 | +3% | -4.2% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,366 | +12% | -4.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,879 | -4% | +2% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,268 | -25% | -13.6% | 33 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,727 | -9% | -5.3% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,231 | +74% | +7.6% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Pasadena, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Pasadena, CA is $3,011 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 57 priced apartments in 9 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Pasadena, CA?
The median asking rent in Pasadena, CA is $2,970 per month, computed from 57 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,011/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Pasadena, CA?
The lowest available rent in Pasadena, CA starts at $1,725 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Pasadena, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Pasadena, CA average $2,923/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,591/mo across 29 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Pasadena, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Pasadena, CA average $3,613/mo. Units start from $2,947/mo across 17 units currently listed.
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