South Pasadena Living

One of the San Gabriel Valley’s most prestigious cities, this community was built on a foundation of family and tradition. The lovely California community encompasses 3.44 square miles with a.....

.....population of approximately 25,000. Located in the San Gabriel Valley, just six miles from downtown Los Angeles, it is known for its tree-lined streets, historic California Craftsman-style homes.....

.....unique small businesses and its outstanding public schools. Located on historic Route 66, the city's quaint stores and small town personality draw thousands of tourists each year as well as the nearby Hollywood firm industry. The community has become a Mecca for film and television productions who have used the area for everything from "Back to the Future" to "Stanley and Iris." The city’s historic Mission West district has gained a reputation as one of Southern California's most unique and charming shopping areas.

The South Pasadena real estate market is comprised of a diverse range of housing styles and prices. Condominiums and townhouses can be found in the $200,000 to $400,000 range. Single-family homes for sale starts at around $300,000 and ranges up to $1.5 million and more for estate properties with large lots.

Founded in 1888, South Pasadena has managed to preserve its small town charm and character while maintaining excellent opportunities for businesses to prosper. The city maintains its own police and fire departments, active parks and recreation program and an award-winning library system. It is a vibrant city with numerous community events held during the year. All of these things combine to make South Pasadena one of California's most desirable locations.

South Pasadena offers a wide variety of parks and recreation programs. Arroyo Seco Park has facilities for baseball, football and tennis, picnic tables, a bridle trail and boarding stable, hiking trials and a playground. Garfield Park has a playground, lighted tennis courts and a picnic area. Orange Grove Playground features a playground, facilities for baseball, basketball, volleyball, badminton and shuffleboard as well as lighted tennis courts.

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