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Rental Market Trends in Altadena, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Altadena, CA is $1,916/month.

Rent in Altadena is 15% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$1,916/month

Average Rent

674 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.8%

Change / Year

92

Available Apartments

Altadena rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Altadena average $1,877 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Altadena average $1,916 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Altadena average $2,269 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Altadena average $2,740 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,877/month
368 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,916/month
674 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,269/month
855 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,740/month
67 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,764/month
1,110 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,622/month
1,418 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$7,442/month
2,830 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,521/month
1,043 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Altadena, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $15 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Altadena, CA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Altadena, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
11% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
11% $1,501 - $2,000/month
44% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Altadena, CA?

Because the average rent in Altadena is $1,916, you’ll want to make about $6,386 per month or $76,632 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Altadena, CA

92 Available Apartments for Rent

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Altadena Townhouse Apartments

Altadena Townhouse Apartments

699-713 E Altadena Dr,
Altadena, CA 91001

1-2 Beds | $2,350 - $3,200

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1255 Sunset Ave

1255 Sunset Ave,
Pasadena, CA 91103

3 Beds | $4,950

The Foothills at Eaton Canyon

The Foothills at Eaton Canyon

2211 E Washington Blvd,
Pasadena, CA 91104

1-3 Beds | $2,175 - $2,295

278 E Washington Blvd

278 E Washington Blvd

278 E Washington Blvd,
Pasadena, CA 91104

2 Beds | $2,649

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Altadena?

The average rent in Altadena is $1,916 per month, which is 15.2% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Altadena?

The average rent for a house in Altadena, CA is $5,622 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Altadena?

The average rent for a townhome in Altadena, CA is $3,521 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Altadena?

Rents in Altadena, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $15 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Altadena?

In Altadena, CA, 44% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Altadena Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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