Trio Apartments
621 E Colorado Blvd,
Pasadena, CA 91101
Studio - 2 Beds | $2,506 - $4,161
Rental Market Trends in Pasadena, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Pasadena, CA is $2,417/month.
Rent in Pasadena is 45% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,417/month
Average Rent
662 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.6%
Change / Year
571
Available Apartments
Pasadena rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Pasadena average $2,014 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Pasadena average $2,417 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Pasadena average $3,096 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Pasadena average $3,819 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Pasadena, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.6%, which averages out to $63 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Pasadena, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
13%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
26%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
58%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pasadena?
Based on current rent prices, Lamanda Park, The Oaks Pasadena and Marceline are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pasadena.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pasadena?
Based on current rent prices, Lincoln-Villa, Old Town Pasadena and Playhouse Village are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pasadena.
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Which Pasadena neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Pasadena with the most apartments available are Playhouse Village, Old Town Pasadena and Downtown Pasadena .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Pasadena, CA?
Because the average rent in Pasadena is $2,417, you’ll want to make about $8,056 per month or $96,672 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.
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.
View the Pasadena Area GuideStudio
$1,394/month
$1,273/month
One Bedroom
$1,944/month
$1,736/month
Two Bedroom
$2,388/month
$2,091/month
Three Bedroom
$2,829/month
$2,049/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Altadena
Avg Rent: $1,919/month
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La Cañada Flintridge
Avg Rent: $1,549/month
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Sierra Madre
Avg Rent: $1,690/month
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South Pasadena
Avg Rent: $1,898/month
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Glendale
Avg Rent: $2,117/month
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San Gabriel
Avg Rent: $1,829/month
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Arcadia
Avg Rent: $1,702/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Pasadena?
The average rent in Pasadena is $2,417 per month, which is 45.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Pasadena?
The average rent for a house in Pasadena, CA is $5,984 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Pasadena?
The average rent for a townhome in Pasadena, CA is $3,330 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Pasadena?
The average rent for a condo in Pasadena, CA is $2,510 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Pasadena?
Rents in Pasadena, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.6% year-over-year and $63 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Pasadena?
In Pasadena, CA, 58% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.