San Pasqual
One mile from the Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens
Situated on over five acres in the western corner of the neighborhood, Eaton Blanch Park is San Pasqual’s only community park. Sports facilities include lighted tennis and basketball courts, picnic tables, playground equipment and a rose garden. “You’re under a mile away from the Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Garden, which is a huge draw to this area,” Gibson says. The research and cultural center is set on 120 acres dotted by a dozen specialized gardens. The Huntington Lily Ponds are a modern Monet painting come to life. The library has a remarkable collection of rare books and artistic works from three continents. “There are so many cool architectural details in the library; it’s a beautiful building,” Gibson says.
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Vintage character homes built from the 1920s through the 1960s
San Pasqual is a picturesque neighborhood comprising mostly single-family character homes built between the 1920s and ‘60s. “The architecture of the homes is so beautiful and varied. You’ve got Craftsmans, Colonials and Spanish-inspired homes built in the ‘20s and ‘30s,” Gibson says. “As a broker, I can tell you that homes tend to get less valuable as they age, but that’s not the case in Pasadena. You pay a premium per square foot on the oldest properties with major system upgrades.” There are some contemporary additions, but Gibson says that’s not what buyers want in this neighborhood. Homes range in price from around $1.1 million for something compact and vintage to over $3 million for something classic but more expansive. A small pocket of condos along East Del Mar Boulevard range in price from about $500,000 for a one-bedroom to $1.5 million for a three-bedroom, four-bath place with over 2,000 square feet.
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Pasadena High Schools is known to retain teachers
Pasadena Unified is an above-average public school district with a B grade from Niche. Kids can start their education at Hamilton Elementary, which is graded B-plus, before advancing to Eliot Arts Magnet Academy, graded C. Pasadena High School gets an A from Niche, which ranks it in the top 5% of standout high schools in the state. Established in 1884, PHS is one of the oldest high schools in Southern California. The school is known to retain teachers — the average tenure of the staff is 14 years.
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Cal Tech is just blocks from the neighborhood
San Pasqual is only blocks from the California Institute of Technology’s campus and is known to attract faculty. “There are some really great buildings built in the 1920s, and they’re just so beautiful, but then they have these amazing contemporary buildings, so you have this fusion of old and new,” Gibson says. “Walking through the Cal Tech campus is such a treat and a very cool experience.”
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Proximity to Old Pasadena is a big draw
San Pasqual is almost entirely residential, so shopping and dining are outside the neighborhood. How far outside the neighborhood depends on what type of shopping and dining. For groceries, there is a Vons a few blocks north on East Colorado Boulevard and a Trader Joe’s about a mile south. For more retail options or dining out, there are endless options 4 miles west in Old Pasadena. The eclectic old town atmosphere is charming, and the faces are friendly. This timeless town square maintains a full calendar of events, including tasting tours three days a week.
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Highway access without the noise and safe streets
Situated just over a mile south of Interstate 210, San Pasqual has convenient highway access without the car noise and through traffic. The neighborhood’s main thoroughfare is East Del Mar Boulevard, a four-lane road lined by bus stops, with traffic lights every few blocks. Downtown Pasadena is about 3 miles west, and downtown Los Angeles is 12 miles southwest via state Route 110. Hollywood Burbank is the closest airport, 20 miles away, and Kaiser Permanente’s Pasadena facility is just north of the 210. Los Angeles International Airport is only 30 miles away, a sneaky long drive that can take more than 90 minutes during unpredictable rush hours.The neighborhood is considered safe by most standards, with violent crime happening at half the national rate and in lower numbers than in Greater Pasadena. San Pasqual's CAP Index Score for violent crime is 2, compared to 4 nationally. Property crime happens at a higher rate more in line with national numbers.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cindy Chin
Cindy Chin
Responds QuicklyCindy Chin Realty
(949) 822-9846
85 Total Sales
1 in San Pasqual
$1,998,000 Price
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Leslie Cross
Leslie Cross
Responds QuicklyTownsquare Real Estate Partners Inc.
(626) 657-2932
33 Total Sales
1 in San Pasqual
$615,000 Price
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Victoria Massengale
Victoria Massengale
Compass
(626) 788-8207
48 Total Sales
1 in San Pasqual
$2,757,000 Price
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Mark Todd
Mark Todd
Responds QuicklyCompass
(949) 997-0302
30 Total Sales
1 in San Pasqual
$2,500,000 Price
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Jonathan Mendoza
Jonathan Mendoza
Monarch Real Estate Services
(626) 658-4310
48 Total Sales
1 in San Pasqual
$1,550,000 Price
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Eli Strickland
Eli Strickland
RE/MAX INNOVATIONS
(833) 400-8714
118 Total Sales
1 in San Pasqual
$1,170,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Hugo Reid Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Pickleball
Michillinda Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Grant Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Eaton Blanche Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Tournament Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lamanda Park Library Pocket Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | San Pasqual | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
San Pasqual Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in San Pasqual, Pasadena sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in San Pasqual, Pasadena over the last 12 months is $484,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,000
Median Sale Price
$484,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$484,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$510,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$311
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,450
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1941
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,065
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,892
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,341
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
869
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
582
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$7,500 per month
- House for Rent
- Studio-5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,750 Sq Ft
- 325 S Berkeley Ave
- Unit Main House
- Pasadena, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,313
Median Age
45
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$121,717
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,323
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
65.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
81
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70
/ 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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