1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Altadena, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Altadena, California as of July 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $3,691 and +69% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Altadena
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Altadena
Compare Altadena's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in California
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $880 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $887 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $900 |
| 4 | California City | $950 |
| 5 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 6 | Barstow | $974 |
| 7 | Oroville | $1,005 |
| 8 | El Centro | $1,020 |
| 9 | Paradise | $1,020 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $1,030 |
| 11 | Eureka | $1,040 |
| 12 | Porterville | $1,060 |
| 13 | Shafter | $1,060 |
| 14 | Tehachapi | $1,110 |
| 15 | Hanford | $1,120 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in California
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cupertino | $3,880 |
| 2 | Foster City | $3,820 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $3,710 |
| 4 | Scotts Valley | $3,600 |
| 5 | Aptos | $3,600 |
| 6 | Tiburon | $3,530 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,530 |
| 8 | Coronado | $3,460 |
| 9 | Sunnyvale | $3,438 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $3,410 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $3,390 |
| 12 | Santa Barbara | $3,382 |
| 13 | Palo Alto | $3,305 |
| 14 | Mountain View | $3,303 |
| 15 | Ladera Ranch | $3,280 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Altadena.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Altadena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena, CA | 2.9 mi | $2,447 | +$87 (+4%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 5 mi | $3,120 | +$760 (+32%) |
| San Marino, CA | 5.3 mi | $2,290 | $-70 (-3%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 6 mi | $2,390 | +$30 (+1%) |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 6.3 mi | $2,260 | $-100 (-4%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 7.1 mi | $2,080 | $-280 (-12%) |
| La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | 7.3 mi | $2,470 | +$110 (+5%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 7.7 mi | $1,910 | $-450 (-19%) |
| Arcadia, CA | 8.2 mi | $2,210 | $-150 (-6%) |
| Glendale, CA | 8.4 mi | $2,356 | $-4 (0%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 9.6 mi | $1,810 | $-550 (-23%) |
| Monterey Park, CA | 9.9 mi | $1,830 | $-530 (-22%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Altadena — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Altadena?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Altadena, California is $2,360 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $3,691.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Altadena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $94,400 ($7,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $45.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Altadena expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Altadena's 1-bedroom median of $2,360 is +69% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 92th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Altadena rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Altadena ranks #245 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Altadena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include San Marino ($2,290), Sierra Madre ($2,260), San Gabriel ($2,080).