Pasadena/Altadena

Luscious landscapes, walkable streets, and beautiful views in the California sunshine

Welcome to Pasadena/Altadena

Located just 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena and Altadena offer an escape from the hustle and bustle of a large metropolitan area. The quality of life hits home with many young families, professionals, students, and retirees who move here.

Neighborhoods in this area offer varied architectural styles, including large cottages, Craftsmans, Tudor-style properties, condos in Old Town, and bungalow-style homes in Bungalow Heaven. Millionaire's Row on Mariposa Street features a series of large estates.

What to Love

Various entertainment and recreational opportunities
Gorgeous landscapes
Easy access to Los Angeles

Local Lifestyle

While some people call Pasadena and Altadena suburbs of Los Angeles, they are cities in their own right, brimming with Southern California charm. Homebuyers can look forward to dining out at posh restaurants, weekends spent at local parks or hiking the trails, sampling some of the best shopping in Los Angeles, and historic charm. The allure also includes a bevy of museums and galleries and a strong sports culture.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

This area has a serious food culture, with restaurants representing nearly every cuisine. From the 46-year-old landmark Pie n' Burger to the Michelin-rated The Royce Wood Fired Steakhouse, there's something to satisfy everyone.

Fishwives serves New England-style seafood, such as lobster rolls, raw lobsters, and clam chowder. Diners have a wide selection of wines and beers to complement their meals, and the easygoing atmosphere elevates the overall experience.

Craving Mexican? Maestro Restaurant in historic Old Pasadena specializes in traditional Mexican dishes. The farm-to-table menu features innovative dishes, including traditional tacos and enchiladas prepared with fresh shellfish, fish, lamb, short ribs, duck, and steak. There's also a wide selection of craft cocktails centered on tequila and mezcal.

Osawa Shabu Shabu Sushi fuses traditional and modern. The Shabu Shabu menu features dishes like Kurobuta pork, Saga Beef, fresh market seafood, and more. The tapas menu has options like king salmon ceviche and shishito tempura stuffed spicy tuna.
Spanning 22 blocks, Old Pasadena is home to over 200 retail stores, trendy boutiques, art galleries, vintage clothing stores, and theaters. The ten tree-lined blocks of South Lake Avenue feature upscale boutiques and designer stores. Pasadena Playhouse Village is home to an eclectic mix of art, literature, and theater.

Things to Do

The unique hills, plains, and valleys offer plenty of activities. Residents love relaxing at Central Park, Memorial Park, and Grant Park, which has basketball and tennis courts. Brookside Park is home to the Rose Bowl Stadium. The Gabrieleno Trail on the north side of this park extends past NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Millard Canyon Creek, and beyond.

Kidspace Children's Museum and Southern California Children's Museum have great programs for all ages. The Norton Simon Museum features an extensive collection of 20th and 21st-century art and world-class retrospective exhibitions. The USC Pacific Museum is home to over 15,000 items from Asia and Pacific island regions.

There is no shortage of fun events and festivals in Pasadena and Altadena. Catch a live comedy show at the Ice House Comedy Club, a concert at Arroyo Seco Weekend, or attend the Tournament of Roses parade on New Year.

Schools

The Pasadena Unified School District serves both Pasadena and Altadena. Top education opportunities include:

Odyssey Charter School, Charter, Grades K-8
Aveson Global Leadership Academy, Charter, Grades 6-12
Marshall Fundamental School, Public, Grades 6-12
Cis Academy, Public, Grades 6-12

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Schools in Pasadena/Altadena, CA, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Pasadena/Altadena, CA. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Pasadena/Altadena, CA, CA

There's plenty to do around Pasadena/Altadena, CA, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

82

Very Walkable

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77

Very Bikeable

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52

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tacos el Sinaloense 2, El Chilly's, and Radiant Reiki Sound Baths.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Tacos el Sinaloense 2 page on Yelp Search 931 Colorado Blv on Google Maps	Dining	3.32 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the El Chilly's page on Yelp Search 121-125 W Las Tunas Dr on Google Maps	Dining	4.53 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Radiant Reiki Sound Baths page on Yelp Search 936 E Green St on Google Maps	Active	1.22 miles	25 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fitness by Tiger page on Yelp	Active	1.01 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bunny's page on Yelp Search 6074 York Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.26 miles	51 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beauté by Frankie page on Yelp	Beauty	4 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ritual Art Collective page on Yelp Search 5015 Eagle Rock Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.86 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Grace Beauty Center page on Yelp Search 300 E Las Tunas Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	4.61 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Skin Creations by Lisa page on Yelp Search 804 Foothill Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.47 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Brows By Julianna page on Yelp Search 455 S Lake Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.65 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wylder Esthetics page on Yelp Search 1000 Fremont Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.41 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the On the Edge Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 4615 Oakwood Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.42 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Pasadena/Altadena, CA

Overview for Pasadena/Altadena, CA, CA

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$51,161.47