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Orange Heights

Orange Heights

$1,195,915 Average Value
$343 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

A historic Pasadena neighborhood

In an area that was once brimming with orange groves, Orange Heights was established in the early 1900s and became a hub for homes that typified the Arts and Crafts movement, thanks to their high level of craftsmanship, style and details. More than 100 years later, the neighborhood retains much of that early 20th-century charm, thanks to its listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Additionally, it's conveniently located near major freeways and many of Pasadena's exciting features, like Old Town Pasadena and The Rose Bowl. “I think buyers choose Orange Heights because of the charm of the neighborhood and the walkability — it’s about a 30-minute walk to Old Town Pasadena. And I think people are drawn to the types of homes there,” says Steven Galindo, Realtor at The Agency.
Orange Heights sits just south of The San Gabriel Mountains.
Orange Heights sits just south of The San Gabriel Mountains.
The Rose Bowl is less than a mile away from Orange Heights.
The Rose Bowl is less than a mile away from Orange Heights.
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Classic California homes

Orange Heights’ residential blocks are lined with Craftsman and California bungalows from the 1910s to the 1930s featuring clapboard siding, large front-facing windows, wide roofs with overhanging eaves and spacious front porches. Many of them boast roomy, manicured front yards and back yards large enough for a detached garage. The streetscapes are picturesque: views of the San Gabriel Mountains to the north, homes on elevated lots reinforced by arroyo and concrete retaining walls and closely spaced mature trees lining each residential street, complete with wide sidewalks, perfect for an after-dinner stroll. Home prices in the neighborhood range from $760,000 to a little under $2 million.
Craftsman homes are in abundance in the neighborhood of Orange Hills.
Craftsman homes are in abundance in the neighborhood of Orange Hills.
Large trees, bushes and gardens offer privacy in Orange Heights.
Large trees, bushes and gardens offer privacy in Orange Heights.
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John Muir High

Public schools serving the neighborhood are overseen by Pasadena Unified School District. Washington Elementary has a C-plus grade on Niche, while Octavia Butler Middle has a 4-out-of-10 rating on GreatSchools. John Muir High has a B-plus grade on Niche and offers dual enrollment classes at the northwest campus of Pasadena City College, which enables students to earn college credit while still in high school.
John Muir High during the 2021-22 school year, managed to go to the CIF-SS playoffs.
John Muir High during the 2021-22 school year, managed to go to the CIF-SS playoffs.
Octavia E. Butler Magnet is a public school in Pasadena, Ca.
Octavia E. Butler Magnet is a public school in Pasadena, Ca.
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City parks and mountain preserves

While Orange Heights itself is predominantly residential, locals looking for a bit of fresh air can head to Washington Park, off El Molino Avenue, for its five acres of green space, athletic fields and playgrounds. Residents also have easy access to nearby outdoor spaces like Eaton Canyon Natural Area, a vast preserve located to the northeast of Pasadena, which offers hiking trails, a nature center and waterfall views.
Elevated view of Washington Park park in Pasadena, California.
Elevated view of Washington Park park in Pasadena, California.
You can find tons of walking trails around Pasadena, like Eaton Canyon a local favorite.
You can find tons of walking trails around Pasadena, like Eaton Canyon a local favorite.
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Central Pasadena Shopping and Dining

Orange Heights is just north of Old Town Pasadena, a walkable retail district initially established in 1874 and today features national chains like Pottery Barn, Apple and Target. Locals can pick up groceries at Food 4 Less, located off North Lake Avenue. Not too far from there is Roma Market, an Italian grocery store that also holds the distinction of serving what many call the best Italian sandwich in Pasadena.
Find the Apple store in Old Town Pasadena for all your technology needs.
Find the Apple store in Old Town Pasadena for all your technology needs.
Enjoy a true Italian market at Roma, a one of a kind deli which serves
Enjoy a true Italian market at Roma, a one of a kind deli which serves "The Sandwich".
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Getting around Pasadena

The neighborhood is conveniently near the I-210 and I-134 interchange, which is perfect for traversing the rest of LA County or the Inland Empire. Major thoroughfares such as Lake Avenue and Washington Boulevard provide easy access to downtown Pasadena and other parts of the Los Angeles metro area. These roads are crucial for residents who commute to work or seek leisure and shopping options outside the neighborhood. Orange Heights is also served by the Metro Local bus on routes 256 and 662 and the Pasadena Transit bus on routes 31 and 32.

Nearby Events

Orange Heights participates in Pasadena's annual events like the Craftsman Weekend, hosted by Pasadena Heritage, and the Pasadena Chalk Festival, where artists create temporary masterpieces on the pavements of Paseo Colorado.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bob Hope

24 min drive

Bus

Los Robles & Mountain

Bus

Lake Ave & Mountain St

Bus

Fair Oaks Ave & Orange Grove Blvd

Bus

Los Robles & Orange Grove

Bus

Fair Oaks Ave & Jackie Robinson Ctr

Bus

Orange Grove Blvd & Marengo Ave

Bus

Lake Ave & Washington Blvd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Orange Heights US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Orange Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$600,000
Median Sale Price
$620,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$618,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
113
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$343

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,519
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,477
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,272
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
954
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,010
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
11,546
Median Age
38
Population Density
23 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,460
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,477

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.7%
Advanced Degrees
14.1%
% Population in Labor Force
70%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

42 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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