The Best Neighborhoods in Pasadena, CA by Home Value

The map shows where residents in Pasadena and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.

 

Pasadena, CA map of the best places to live by home value
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Desireability Index

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The most desired areas tend to be in the northeast parts of the city, while more affordable homes are in the southwest regions.

Median house prices in Pasadena, CA are $1,020,018, meaning Pasadena homes are much more expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of cities with similar populations and found homes in Pasadena cost much more.

Comparing within California, Pasadena home prices are more expensive than the state's average of $772,924. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Pasadena, CA.

In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Pasadena varies greatly.

Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Pasadena, CA average a SchoolGrade of B with 48% actual proficiency vs 40% projected. Overall, schools in Pasadena, CA greatly exceed expectations.

Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Pasadena, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis

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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)