Pasadena, CA Neighborhood

Is Historic Highlands a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe280

Medium185

Low216

Other1077

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

$1,391,340

Average Rent

$3,181

Vacancy Rate

11.5%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Historic Highlands is an urban neighborhood in Pasadena known for its concentration of historic homes, with 66.9% built in 1939 or earlier, more than 98% of US neighborhoods.

The area features a mix of owners and renters, with a vacancy rate of 11.5%, indicating many homes may be unoccupied year-round.

UrbanHistoric HomesMixed Tenure

Quick Facts

Same-Sex Partner Residents	1.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Historic Highlands offers a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, many built before 1940, reflecting its historic character.

Historic Homes (Built 1939 or Earlier)	66.9%
Owner vs Renter Mix	Mixed ownership and rental occupancy

What buyers will notice right away

A high concentration of historic homes appeals to buyers interested in older architecture and charm.

Elevated vacancy rate may affect neighborhood dynamics and housing availability.

Families & Lifestyle

The neighborhood supports a diverse community with a notable presence of same-sex couples and a college student-friendly environment.

The mix of historic homes and urban amenities attracts a varied population including students and professionals.

Diverse Community — Includes a significant number of same-sex couples and college students, reflecting inclusivity and vibrancy.

Same-Sex Partner Residents	1.9%
College Student Friendly	Ranks higher than 85.7% of California neighborhoods

Demographics

Executive, Management, Professional Occupations	56.1%
Sales and Service Occupations	19.1%
Armenian Ancestry	6.9%
Ukrainian Ancestry	4.5%
English Language Speakers	65.3%
Spanish Language Speakers	23.5%

Commute

Most residents commute between 30 and 45 minutes, primarily driving alone or carpooling.

Historic Highlands residents mostly rely on private vehicles with moderate commute times.

Car Dependency — Majority drive alone, reflecting typical suburban commuting patterns.

Moderate Commute Length — Most spend 30-45 minutes commuting, aligning with national averages.

Main Commute Time	30-45 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	64.6%
Carpool Rate	8.0%

Homes for sale near 91104

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$1,169,900

3 bd | 1 ba | 1,452 sqft

1710 N Los Robles Ave

Pasadena, CA, 91125