Altadena Town Center, Altadena
Is Town Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe178
Medium111
Low127
Other726
84 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved65
Assault5
Other6
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are handling a possible follow-up investigation involving a person with a complaint near 1st Street and a residential unit on South Bonnie Avenue in Pasadena. | S Bonnie Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a possible medical emergency involving a person found down in front of a location near South Arroyo Boulevard by Belfontaine Street and Grand Avenue. | S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard on southbound State Route 710 north of the 91 Freeway, where unknown debris is in the number one and two lanes on a blind curve, raising concern for passing motorcycles. | CA-710, Pasadena, CA | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency occurred after a fall near Mar Vista Avenue, close to Union Street and Yolo Street. Emergency units were dispatched to the scene. | Mar Vista Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a reported traffic collision near Colorado Boulevard and Wilson Avenue in Pasadena, with police already at the scene. | E Colorado Blvd & S Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a psychiatric medical emergency was reported near West Hammond Street, close to Lincoln Avenue and Willis Alley. Fire and police units were dispatched to the scene. | W Hammond St, Pasadena, CA 91103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic collision near East Washington Boulevard, along with separate calls for a carbon monoxide alarm near North Niagara Street and a medical emergency for chest pain near North Conlin Avenue in the Pasadena area. Police response to the traffic collision was later canceled. | E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported overdose near North Halstead Street by the A Line in Pasadena. | N Halstead St, Pasadena, CA 91107 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible robbery-related incident at an MTA platform near Montebello Drive and Fillmore, involving approximately four suspects, including one female. | Fillmore Station, Pasadena, CA 91105 | Robbery Report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency call was received near North Parkwood Avenue close to Colorado Boulevard and Walnut Street. Engine 34 took over the call after Engine 32 was canceled. | N Parkwood Ave & E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,844,450
Average Rent
$3,627
Vacancy Rate
2.3%
Overview
Altadena Town Center is a suburban neighborhood in Altadena, California, with a median home price of $1,844,450 and a low vacancy rate of 2.3%, indicating strong housing demand.
The neighborhood features mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments built primarily between 1940 and 1969, with some older homes.
Residents include a high proportion of urban sophisticates who enjoy arts and culture, and ancestries such as Mexican, English, German, Irish, and South American.
Languages spoken include English, Spanish, and Polish, reflecting the neighborhood's cultural diversity.
WealthySuburbanLow VacancyDiverse
Quick Facts
| Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
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Housing market and real estate character
Altadena Town Center offers mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartments with a very low vacancy rate, reflecting tight housing supply.
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | Majority owner occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Older homes provide character and a mature neighborhood feel.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood attracts wealthy residents with a strong presence of executives and professionals.
Executive Presence — A majority of residents work in executive, management, and professional roles, supporting a stable and affluent community.
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 57.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Among top 15% wealthiest U.S. neighborhoods |
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| Foreign Born Residents | 14.5% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican, English, German, Irish, South American |
| Top Languages | English, Spanish, Polish |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a majority driving alone to work.
Altadena Town Center offers manageable commutes and a car-dependent lifestyle.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car Dependent — Majority drive alone to work, reflecting suburban transportation patterns.
| Commute 15-30 Minutes | 40.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone to Work | 74.5% |
Homes for sale near 91001
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4 bd | 4 ba | 2,135 sqft
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Altadena, CA, 91001
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Altadena Town Center a wealthy neighborhood?
Yes, it ranks among the top 15% wealthiest neighborhoods in the U.S.
What is the housing market like?
The neighborhood has a low vacancy rate and mostly older, well-established homes.