2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Altadena, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Altadena, California as of October 2026. That's +22% lower than the citywide median of $3,814 and +80% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $1,171 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | California City | $1,230 |
| 5 | Clearlake | $1,250 |
| 6 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 7 | El Centro | $1,330 |
| 8 | Paradise | $1,330 |
| 9 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 10 | Eureka | $1,360 |
| 11 | Fortuna | $1,370 |
| 12 | Shafter | $1,380 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,390 |
| 14 | Hanford | $1,400 |
| 15 | Tehachapi | $1,440 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scotts Valley | $4,720 |
| 2 | Aptos | $4,720 |
| 3 | Foster City | $4,560 |
| 4 | Montecito | $4,540 |
| 5 | Cupertino | $4,500 |
| 6 | Capitola | $4,290 |
| 7 | Coronado | $4,280 |
| 8 | Tiburon | $4,210 |
| 9 | Los Altos | $4,170 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $4,070 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $4,040 |
| 12 | Solana Beach | $3,990 |
| 13 | Sunnyvale | $3,980 |
| 14 | Topanga | $3,940 |
| 15 | Rancho Palos Verdes | $3,940 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Altadena.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Altadena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena, CA | 2.9 mi | $3,087 | +$107 (+4%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 5 mi | $3,940 | +$960 (+32%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 6 mi | $3,020 | +$40 (+1%) |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 6.3 mi | $2,850 | $-130 (-4%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 7.1 mi | $2,620 | $-360 (-12%) |
| La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | 7.3 mi | $3,110 | +$130 (+4%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 7.7 mi | $2,410 | $-570 (-19%) |
| Arcadia, CA | 8.2 mi | $2,785 | $-195 (-7%) |
| Glendale, CA | 8.4 mi | $2,971 | $-9 (0%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 9.6 mi | $2,290 | $-690 (-23%) |
| Monterey Park, CA | 9.9 mi | $2,310 | $-670 (-22%) |
| El Monte, CA | 11.1 mi | $2,290 | $-690 (-23%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Altadena — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Altadena?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Altadena, California is $2,980 per month. This is +22% below the citywide median of $3,814.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Altadena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $119,200 ($9,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $57.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Altadena expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Altadena's 2-bedroom median of $2,980 is +80% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Altadena rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 381 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Altadena ranks #259 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Altadena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Sierra Madre ($2,850), San Gabriel ($2,620), Alhambra ($2,410).