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A calm and convenient neighborhood
Exemplifying Pasadena’s rolling terrain, the San Rafael Hills neighborhood features winding residential streets full of midcentury architecture. Despite a convenient location in city limits, it’s secluded from tourists and crowds due to few businesses and events. It's also relatively safe, scoring a 2 out of 10 on the CAP Index. This gives San Rafael Hills a peaceful and quiet atmosphere, where residents often choose to settle down for many years.
West San Rafael Hills doesn't fall short on beautiful architecture and modern designs.
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Midcentury homes along hilly roads
Composed of winding roads and cul-de-sacs of single-family homes, San Rafael Hills has a suburban feel. Houses with unique structures are built into hillsides dense with vegetation. “I think the interesting part about San Rafael Hills is the homes here are a little more vertical,” says local Realtor Jeff Botsford, who has over 40 years of experience in the area and works with Compass Real Estate. There’s a mix of midcentury modern styles from ranch-style homes to split-levels, many with renovations, and sales prices in the are typically hover between $1 million and $3 million. “I think what’s attractive is the affordability compared to nearby San Rafael Flats,” Botsford says. Inventory tends to be low because residents often hold on to their properties. “I think people are staying in their houses longer, so it creates a lack of inventory,” Botsford says.
Large three story homes can be found higher in the hills of West San Rafael Hills.
Luxury midcentury modern houses are prelevant inside West San Rafael Hills neighborhood.
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Convenient commutes to Old Town and downtown LA
San Rafael Hills is almost exclusively residential, but one of its top assets is its proximity to downtown Pasadena. “It’s pretty centrally located,” Botsford says. “There’s accessibility to downtown LA and the freeway systems.” Residents can reach Old Pasadena, the city’s original business district, in about 10 minutes or 2 miles. They can also hop on California State Route 110 to get to downtown LA in less than half an hour or about 10 miles. Those looking for public transportation can find a few Metro bus stops by Colorado Boulevard. For further travel, residents can access the Hollywood Burbank Airport.
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Pasadena Unified Schools
Students in the area go to the Pasadena Unified School District, which earns a B rating according to Niche. San Rafael Elementary serves kindergarten through fifth grade. From there, students transition to Blair High, which includes both a middle school and a senior high. Rated a B-plus on Niche, San Rafael Elementary has a dual-language immersion program in Spanish and English. Blair High, given an A-minus grade, offers both the International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma programs.
Welcome to San Rafael Elementary School in San Rafael Flats.
Front of Blair High School, notice the schools modern design.
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A couple of local eateries
Being quiet and residential, San Rafael Hills doesn’t have a bustling business district, but it does have a couple of sit-down dining spots. Little Flower is a café known for its charming sidewalk seating and renowned pastries, although patrons can also order from full breakfast and lunch menus. Stoney Point Bar & Grill is down the road from Little Flower and serves Italian food in an intimate dining room complete live piano music. To go shopping for groceries, residents can go to Vons, a nearby supermarket with sections from prepared foods to home goods.
Little Flower is a cute local cafe with outdoor seating in San Rafael Hills.
Stoney Point in San Rafael Hills is a local bar & grill with an old world charm.
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A parklet and walking trails
On Colorado Boulevard, parents and children gather in San Rafael Park, a neighborhood parklet that offers a playground geared towards toddlers and picnic tables shaded by trees. Lower Arroyo Park is a much larger recreation space where locals can go for scenic walks under the historic Colorado Street Bridge. They can also practice their aim at an archery range or go fly fishing at a man-made pond.
Welcome to San Rafael Park in San Rafael Flats.
Brookside Park is a quick ride for San Rafael Hills residents.
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Events in San Rafael Hills
For small community gatherings, residents can visit Arroyo Seco Regional Branch Library, which has events like storytimes and poetry in the park. At The Fig House, locals can go to private events like weddings and corporate parties in a midcentury modern building with a large courtyard.
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Parks in this Area
Lanark Shelby Park
Trails
Playground
Eagle Rock Recreation Center Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
San Rafael Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Garvanza Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Skateboard
Richard Alatorre Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Eagle Rock Dog Park
Dog Park
Trails
Transit
Airport
Bob Hope
22 min drive
San Rafael Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in San Rafael Hills, Pasadena sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in San Rafael Hills, Pasadena over the last 12 months is $679,000, up 594% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked away in the serene San Rafael Hills of Southwest Pasadena, this enchanting 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a true escape into nature, while still being just minutes from the vibrant heart of the city. Perched like a treehouse, the property is enveloped by lush greenery and towering old-growth trees, creating an incredibly peaceful, private atmosphere.Entering into the home, the florplan
424 Elmwood Drive is a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home tucked away in the peaceful San Rafael Hills, combining classic Pasadena charm with thoughtful modern upgrades. The main living area features vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace, recessed lighting, and custom poured concrete floating stairs. White oak floors flow throughout, leading to a second living room, a dining area with
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Located in the beautiful city of Pasadena situated in the lovely neighborhood of San Rafael Hills, you're welcomed to this exquisitely renovated 3 bedroom and 3 bathroom Front Home with a brand new ADU that features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. As you enter you are welcomed by an abundance of natural light to highlight the large living room with custom designed porcelain fireplace and large brand
Nestled in Pasadena's desirable San Rafael Hills, this serene home offers unobstructed panoramic views of rolling mountains, cityscapes, and distant snow-capped peaks. The main house features 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, including two luxurious master suites. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with folding glass doors that open to large balconies, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The
Discover the pinnacle of refined architectural design, where modern living seamlessly integrates with the natural world. This residence has been intentionally crafted to dissolve the line between indoor comfort and outdoor splendor, featuring soaring 15-foot ceilings and expansive folding glass walls that flood the space with light and open directly to the surrounding landscape. Towering walls
Excellent opportunity to build your dream home in the highly desirable South Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena. This approximately 7,024 square foot lot offers an upslope topography and is ideally situated between two existing homes in a charming residential setting. Zoned PSR6, the property presents a prime canvas for new construction. Utilities should be nearby. Enjoy a central Pasadena location
Perched in the San Rafael Hills, this reinvented 1948 modern home delivers space, style, and panoramic viewsstretching from Downtown LA to the San Gabriels. Fully renovated in 2021, it spans over 4,000 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 6 baths, including four en-suites and three with private balconies overlooking the city. The main floor is bold and open, featuring dramatic 20-foot ceilings, a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
2,005
Median Age
51
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$179,004
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$192,598
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
71%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
15/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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