• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Altadena, CA

What is the average rent in Altadena, CA?

$1,504/month

Average Rent

374 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Altadena, CA is $1,504 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,641/month, which means Altadena rent prices are 8% lower than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Altadena, you can expect to pay about $1,874 per month for a studio, $1,504 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,432 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,656 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,874/month
368 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,504/month
374 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,432/month
874 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,656/month
73 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,598/month
572 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,368/month
846 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,343/month
1,634 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$8,533/month
3,439 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Altadena, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $15 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
Legend
2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Altadena, CA
Last Updated April 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Altadena, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
12% $700 - $1,000/month
38% $1,001 - $1,500/month
12% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Altadena is $1,504, you’ll want to make about $5,013 per month or $60,156 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

78 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

How does Altadena, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Altadena, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Explore the Area Guide for Altadena, CA

Apartment Averages

Nearby City Rent Trends

  • Pasadena Average Rent
  • Sierra Madre Average Rent
  • South Pasadena Average Rent
  • Montrose Average Rent

Apartment communities in Altadena we think you'll love

Altadena Townhouse Apartments

Altadena Townhouse Apartments

699-713 E Altadena Dr,
Altadena, CA 91001

$2,350 - $3,200

1-2 Beds

1255 Sunset Ave

1255 Sunset Ave

1255 Sunset Ave,
Pasadena, CA 91103

$5,500

3 Beds

The Foothills at Eaton Canyon

The Foothills at Eaton Canyon

2211 E Washington Blvd,
Pasadena, CA 91104

$2,175 - $2,785

1-3 Beds

278 E Washington Blvd

278 E Washington Blvd

278 E Washington Blvd,
Pasadena, CA 91104

$2,745

2 Beds

Learn More with Helpful Articles

5 Tips For Moving into Your First Apartment

Move in stress-free - the first time's a charm!

Moving Out of State: How to Start Your Apartment Search in a New State

Go the distance and find your new home.

Everything You Need To Know About Self-Guided Apartment Tours

Explore great finds on your own time.

Tips for Finding an Apartment in a New City

Concrete jungle or small-town suburb? Your new home awaits.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
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 February 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.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity