San Marino Neighborhood
Is City Center a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe535
Medium403
Low527
Other1881
86 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape20
Child involved66
Assault17
Other5
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 possible medical emergency call was reported near Fairview Avenue, apartment (number withheld). Engine 106 and RA 106 were dispatched. | Fairview Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported in front of the CVS pharmacy near West Valley Boulevard. Fire units responded with Engine 74 and Rescue 74, with Engine 34 handling the call after clearing another. | W Valley Blvd, Alhambra, CA 91803 | Medical Emergency |
| 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, an asset security officer reports following a possible vehicle break‑in suspect near North Tehama Drive in Los Angeles. The suspect is described as an older woman wearing a gray V‑neck shirt, and the call was dispatched as a code three response. | Tehama St, Los Angeles, CA 90042 | Suspicious Activity |
| 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, officers in Alhambra respond to a possible domestic violence incident at a fast-food restaurant involving a woman and her ex-boyfriend, both using wheelchairs. The call was dispatched at a non-emergency response level. | S Atlantic Blvd, Alhambra, CA 91801 | Domestic Dispute |
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Median Home Price
$4,310,525
Average Rent
$3,956
Vacancy Rate
7.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
Neighborhood Overview
San Marino City Center is a suburban neighborhood in San Marino, CA, featuring mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes.
The vacancy rate is 7.2%, near the national median, with most homes owner occupied.
Historic HomesSuburbanOwner OccupiedLow Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Suburban Density | Yes |
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Housing market and real estate character
The neighborhood is dominated by owner-occupied detached single-family homes, with very few other housing types.
| Owner Occupied Rate | Higher than 96.6% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Detached Single-Family Homes | Higher than 95.4% of US neighborhoods |
| Housing Age | Many homes built before 1939; some between 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Homes are mostly medium to large sized and historic.
Owner occupancy is very high, indicating residential stability.
Families & Lifestyle
San Marino City Center is home to a wealthy, highly educated community with a strong presence of urban sophisticates.
The neighborhood's residents are affluent, educated, and culturally active.
High executive and professional employment shapes the community's character.
Cultural Engagement — Residents enjoy arts, theater, and refined leisure activities.
Professional Community — 77.7% employed as executives, managers, or professionals.
| Urban Sophisticates | More than 99.4% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 83.5% |
| Work From Home Rate | 31.9% |
Demographics
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 83.5 |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Share | 77.7 |
| Income Level | Top 15% in US |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0 |
| Foreign Born | 49.3 |
| Top Languages | Chinese (57.7%), English (34.9%) |
| Top Ancestries | Asian (69.5%), English (7.0%), German (5.2%), Irish (5.2%), French (1.7%), Armenian (0.9%) |
Commute
Many residents work from home or have short commutes, with most driving alone to work.
The neighborhood features a high work-from-home rate and manageable commute times, with most residents driving alone.
High Work From Home — 31.9% of residents work from home, well above national averages.
Short Commutes — 52.4% commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
| Work From Home Rate | 31.9% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
| Drive Alone Rate | 56.4% |
| Carpool Rate | 7.9% |
Homes for sale near 91108
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in San Marino City Center?
The median home price is $4,310,525.
What is the owner occupancy rate?
Owner occupancy is higher than 96.6% of US neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
Chinese is spoken by 57.7% of households, followed by English at 34.9%.