• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
    • Beverly Hills Apartments For Rent
    • Culver City Apartments For Rent
    • Hollywood Apartments For Rent
    • Long Beach Apartments For Rent
    • Los Angeles Apartments For Rent
    • North Hollywood Apartments For Rent
    • Santa Monica Apartments For Rent
    • Sherman Oaks Apartments For Rent
    • Studio City Apartments For Rent
    • Valley Village Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
    • Barrington Houses For Rent
    • Beverly Hills Houses For Rent
    • Encino Houses For Rent
    • Hollywood Houses For Rent
    • Irvine Houses For Rent
    • Los Angeles Houses For Rent
    • Malibu Houses For Rent
    • North Hollywood Houses For Rent
    • Sherman Oaks Houses For Rent
    • Studio City Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
    • Barrington Condos For Rent
    • Beverly Hills Condos For Rent
    • Bicentennial Condos For Rent
    • Del Valle Finance Condos For Rent
    • Hollywood Condos For Rent
    • Irvine Condos For Rent
    • Los Angeles Condos For Rent
    • North Hollywood Condos For Rent
    • Sanford Condos For Rent
    • Santa Monica Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
    • Dana Point Townhomes For Rent
    • Gardena Townhomes For Rent
    • Hollywood Townhomes For Rent
    • Irvine Townhomes For Rent
    • Long Beach Townhomes For Rent
    • Los Angeles Townhomes For Rent
    • Newport Beach Townhomes For Rent
    • North Hollywood Townhomes For Rent
    • Redondo Beach Townhomes For Rent
    • Studio City Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator
  • Property Management Companies

Language

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

Rental Market Trends in Pasadena, CA

What is the average rent in Pasadena, CA?

$2,369/month

Average Rent

661 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.2%

Increase in the Last Year

As of July 2025, the average rent in Pasadena, CA is $2,369 per month. This is 45% higher than the national average rent price of $1,637/month, making Pasadena one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Pasadena, you can expect to pay about $1,961 per month for a studio, $2,369 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,075 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,760 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,961/month
453 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,369/month
661 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,075/month
973 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,760/month
1,256 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,506/month
614 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,756/month
1,058 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,101/month
1,745 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$11,924/month
3,536 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,844/month
792 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,013/month
1,281 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,108/month
1,704 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,299/month
570 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,442/month
1,172 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,099/month
1,478 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Pasadena, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $6 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 July 2025
Legend
2024 2025
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Pasadena, CA
Last Updated July 2025
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Pasadena, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
2% $700 - $1,000/month
17% $1,001 - $1,500/month
29% $1,501 - $2,000/month
52% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

Last Updated Today
  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pasadena?

Based on current rent prices, The Oaks Pasadena, Marceline and Lamanda Park are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pasadena.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
The Oaks Pasadena
$2,449/month
719 Sq Ft
Marceline
$2,542/month
673 Sq Ft
Lamanda Park
$2,575/month
685 Sq Ft
Jefferson Park
$2,626/month
679 Sq Ft
Grant Park
$2,706/month
701 Sq Ft
Southeast Pasadena
$2,725/month
621 Sq Ft
South Lake
$2,751/month
707 Sq Ft
Downtown Pasadena
$2,895/month
732 Sq Ft
Playhouse Village
$2,937/month
731 Sq Ft
East Pasadena
$3,050/month
698 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pasadena?

Based on current rent prices, Pasadena Civic Center District, Old Town Pasadena and Raymond Hill are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pasadena.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Pasadena Civic Center District
$3,507/month
735 Sq Ft
Old Town Pasadena
$3,232/month
743 Sq Ft
Raymond Hill
$3,125/month
850 Sq Ft
East Pasadena
$3,050/month
698 Sq Ft
Playhouse Village
$2,937/month
731 Sq Ft
Downtown Pasadena
$2,895/month
732 Sq Ft
South Lake
$2,751/month
707 Sq Ft
Southeast Pasadena
$2,725/month
621 Sq Ft
Grant Park
$2,706/month
701 Sq Ft
Jefferson Park
$2,626/month
679 Sq Ft

Which Pasadena neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Pasadena with the most apartments available are Playhouse Village, Old Town Pasadena and Pasadena Civic Center District .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Playhouse Village
$2,937/month
731 Sq Ft
Old Town Pasadena
$3,232/month
743 Sq Ft
Pasadena Civic Center District
$3,507/month
735 Sq Ft
Lamanda Park
$2,575/month
685 Sq Ft
Grant Park
$2,706/month
701 Sq Ft
South Lake
$2,751/month
707 Sq Ft
Downtown Pasadena
$2,895/month
732 Sq Ft
Marceline
$2,542/month
673 Sq Ft
East Pasadena
$3,050/month
698 Sq Ft
Jefferson Park
$2,626/month
679 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Pasadena is $2,369, you’ll want to make about $7,896 per month or $94,752 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

Pasadena, CA

1,214 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

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

Use the tool below to compare Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, CA

Apartment Averages

The Oaks Pasadena

Pasadena, CA

Pasadena Civic Center District

Pasadena, CA

Studio
$1,590/month
-
One Bedroom
$2,083/month
-
Two Bedroom
$2,498/month
-
Three Bedroom
$3,603/month
-
Search
Search

Nearby City Rent Trends

  • Altadena Average Rent
  • La Canada Flintridge Average Rent
  • Sierra Madre Average Rent
  • South Pasadena Average Rent
  • Highland Park Average Rent

Apartment communities in Pasadena we think you'll love

Trio Apartments

Trio Apartments

621 E Colorado Blvd,
Pasadena, CA 91101

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,409 - $4,440

Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments

Haven at Del Mar Station Apartments

265-275 S Arroyo Pky,
Pasadena, CA 91105

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,680 - $3,770

Catalonia

Catalonia

111 N Madison Ave,
Pasadena, CA 91101

1-2 Beds | $3,551 - $5,950

Holly Street Village

Holly Street Village

151-151 E Holly St,
Pasadena, CA 91103

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,670 - $10,000

Property Management Companies in Pasadena, CA

Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,277

    Communities

  • 911,260

    Units

  • 848

    Cities

9 Communities in Pasadena
Fusion Property Management Company
Fusion Property Management Company
  • 21

    Communities

  • 2,454

    Units

  • 15

    Cities

3 Communities in Pasadena
FPI Management
FPI Management
  • 612

    Communities

  • 103,639

    Units

  • 217

    Cities

2 Communities in Pasadena
McIntire Kingstone
McIntire Kingstone
  • 12

    Communities

  • 371

    Units

  • 9

    Cities

2 Communities in Pasadena
Willow Bridge
Willow Bridge
  • 707

    Communities

  • 192,499

    Units

  • 329

    Cities

1 Community in Pasadena
AMC
AMC
  • 663

    Communities

  • 128,973

    Units

  • 264

    Cities

1 Community in Pasadena
AvalonBay
AvalonBay
  • 238

    Communities

  • 80,452

    Units

  • 154

    Cities

1 Community in Pasadena
Winn Companies
Winn Companies
  • 154

    Communities

  • 31,462

    Units

  • 109

    Cities

1 Community in Pasadena

Learn More with Helpful Articles

How to Choose an Apartment Community You’ll Love

Avoid renter's remorse - know what to look for in your next apartment.

5 Tips For Moving into Your First Apartment

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

Tips for Finding an Apartment in a New City

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

How Much Should I Spend on Rent?

It's time to break down your budget and calculate costs.

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 Pasadena 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 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Long Island Apartments
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2025 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2025 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity