City Guide
Altadena, CA
Overview
Altadena, CA, is famous for Christmas Tree Lane and the oldest, large-scale Christmas lighting ceremony in the United States. The city is home to around 45,000 residents, making it one of the smaller cities in California. An interesting fact is that Altadena is zoned for horses, making it popular with nature lovers and equestrians alike. Another cool tidbit about Altadena is that famous movies have been filmed here, such as Interstellar, Memento, and Catch me if You Can.
What’s it like to live in Altadena, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Altadena, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$1,375,000
and homes stay on the market for 27 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Altadena are $1,412,500
and $532,000
, respectively. Altadena area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,022,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Altadena, CAExplore our Altadena housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Altadena home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Altadena rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Altadena rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Altadena, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Altadena
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Linda Vista | $1,968,000 | 64 / 100 | 7 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Bungalow Heaven | $1,609,500 | 65 / 100 | 72 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
PresidentStreets | $1,591,500 | -- | 56 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Northeast Pasadena | $1,281,750 | 79 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
North Arroyo | $3,444,000 | 48 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Altadena
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See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsAltadena Migration & Relocation Trends
In Mar '24 - May '24, 21% of Altadena homebuyers searched to move out of Altadena, while 79% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 5% of homebuyers searched to move into Altadena from outside metros.
- San Francisco homebuyers searched to move into Altadena more than any other metro followed by New York and Seattle.
Where are people moving to Altadena from?
- 79% of Altadena homebuyers searched to stay within the Altadena metropolitan area.
- San Diego was the most popular destination among Altadena homebuyers followed by Las Vegas and Phoenix.
Where are people from Altadena moving to?
Number of People Moving to Altadena
least
most
People are moving to Altadena from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Mar '24 - May '24 | ||
1 | 3,361 | ||
2 | 1,791 | ||
3 | 276 | ||
4 | 32 | ||
5 | 16 | ||
6 | 16 | ||
7 | 11 | ||
8 | 11 | ||
9 | 6 | ||
10 | 6 |
People are leaving Altadena for
Outbound | Net outflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Mar '24 - May '24 | ||
1 | 12,739 | ||
2 | 6,357 | ||
3 | 3,917 | ||
4 | 3,856 | ||
5 | 2,554 | ||
6 | 2,168 | ||
7 | 1,978 | ||
8 | 1,646 | ||
9 | 1,611 | ||
10 | 1,528 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Altadena, CA ?
There are many places to visit in Altadena, CA, that will please anyone moving to the area. Altadena is home to The Bunny Museum, a popular museum for locals and visitors. There's a rich arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Winter Rose Theatre Co. and Soniferous Studios. Parks are plentiful in Altadena, where you can find green spaces like Farnsworth Park, Loma Alta Park, and Charles White Park. You'll find plenty of restaurants and up-and-coming eateries throughout Altadena. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at Everest Restaurant, Mota's Mexican Restaurant, and La Pintoresca Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
Explore some of the best things to do in Altadena
What's the best way to get around Altadena, CA ?
The best way to get around Altadena is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Altadena has a walk score of 51, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. You can also get around Altadena by bike. With a bike score of 44, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Altadena Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There is 1 car rental location. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.