Los Angeles metro, CA relocation guide
Moving to Pasadena, CA
About Pasadena
Pasadena — the "Crown City" and "City of Roses" — is the San Gabriel Valley's cultural and economic capital, with 138,699 people in 2020 (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). Incorporated in 1886, it is one of the oldest cities in LA County and home to Caltech, the ArtCenter College of Design, the Norton Simon Museum, and the two most famous New Year's traditions in America: the Tournament of Roses Parade and the Rose Bowl game. Historic Craftsman neighborhoods like Bungalow Heaven and Old Pasadena's shopping district give it a distinct small-city feel.
Home prices in Pasadena
The median listing price in Pasadena is $1.3M.
Top places in Pasadena
- Rose Bowl Stadium — college football cathedral hosting the Rose Bowl game and UCLA football.
- Old Pasadena — 22 blocks of historic shopping, dining, and nightlife.
- Norton Simon Museum — world-class art collection.
- Caltech campus — landmark architecture and public events.
- Gamble House — Greene & Greene Craftsman masterpiece.
- Pasadena City Hall — Spanish Colonial Revival landmark.
- Colorado Street Bridge ("Suicide Bridge") — 1913 Beaux Arts landmark.
- Eaton Canyon — waterfalls and hiking in the San Gabriel foothills.
Commuting from Pasadena
- Rail: Metro A Line (former Gold Line) stations — Del Mar, Memorial Park, Lake, Allen — run straight to L.A. Union Station in approximately 20–25 minutes (approximate).
- Freeways: I-210 (Foothill) along the north side, SR-134 to the west, I-110 south to downtown.
- Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles: ~15–30 minutes depending on traffic (approximate; ~10 miles).
Schools in Pasadena
Public schools: Pasadena Unified School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Pasadena FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Pasadena, CA?
The median listing price in Pasadena is $1.3M. Median listing home price · Realtor.com · 2026-09-24 - How is the commute from Pasadena, CA?
Rail: Metro A Line (former Gold Line) stations — Del Mar, Memorial Park, Lake, Allen — run straight to L.A. Union Station in approximately 20–25 minutes (approximate). - Which school district serves Pasadena, CA?
Pasadena is served by Pasadena Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.