Garfield Heights, Pasadena
Is Garfield Heights a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe278
Medium184
Low216
Other1075
92 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape21
Child involved67
Assault12
Other8
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
$1,262,915
Average Rent
$3,042
Vacancy Rate
3.7%
Neighborhood Overview
Garfield Heights is a densely urban neighborhood in Pasadena, CA, with mostly older homes built between 1940 and 1969 and some before 1940.
The housing stock includes small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with most residences renter occupied and a low vacancy rate of 3.7%.
This neighborhood has a strong Mexican ancestry presence and a high share of Spanish speakers, making it linguistically distinctive.
Public transit use is high, with bus ridership exceeding 97% of U.S. neighborhoods.
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Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 21.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Garfield Heights features a mix of older apartments and single-family homes, mostly renter occupied, with a low vacancy rate indicating strong demand.
| Vacancy Rate | 3.7% |
|---|---|
| Renter Occupied | Majority |
| Housing Age | Mostly built between 1940 and 1969, some before 1940 |
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate suggests high demand for housing.
High bus ridership supports transit-oriented living.
Families & Lifestyle
Garfield Heights supports a diverse workforce with a high share of executive and sales jobs and a notable childhood poverty rate.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work in executive, sales, manufacturing, and clerical roles.
Cultural Richness — Predominantly Mexican ancestry with significant foreign-born population.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 21.1% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Employment | 40.5% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 40.5% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 21.1% |
| Mexican Ancestry | 54.8% |
| Top Languages | Spanish (63.4%), English, Chinese |
| Foreign Born | 44.0% |
| Top Ancestries | Mexican, Asian, Sub-Saharan African, South American, English |
Commute
Garfield Heights residents have average to longer commutes, with high bus usage and majority driving alone.
Garfield Heights offers strong transit options with a high bus ridership and typical car usage.
Transit Friendly — Bus ridership is among the highest nationally.
Car Access — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling.
Commute Length — Many residents commute 30-45 minutes, with some over an hour.
| Commute Time 30-45 Minutes | 28.2% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 64.6% |
| Bus Commute Rate | 15.0% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.6% |
Homes for sale near 91104
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$599,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,057 sqft
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd APT 103
Pasadena, CA, 91125
$599,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,057 sqft
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd APT 103
Pasadena, CA, 91104
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Garfield Heights?
The median home price is $1,262,915.
How common is bus commuting in Garfield Heights?
15.0% of residents commute by bus, higher than 97.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.