Studio Apartment Rent in Altadena, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Altadena, California as of October 2026. That's +45% lower than the citywide median of $3,814 and +64% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Altadena
Compare Altadena's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Taft | $870 |
| 3 | Ridgecrest | $887 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 7 | California City | $940 |
| 8 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 9 | Paradise | $970 |
| 10 | Eureka | $980 |
| 11 | Oroville | $985 |
| 12 | Fortuna | $990 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 14 | Anderson | $1,060 |
| 15 | Shafter | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montecito | $3,570 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $3,420 |
| 3 | Aptos | $3,420 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $3,410 |
| 5 | Coronado | $3,190 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $3,140 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,130 |
| 8 | Foster City | $3,130 |
| 9 | Newport Beach | $3,102 |
| 10 | Capitola | $3,100 |
| 11 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 12 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 13 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 14 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
| 15 | Saratoga | $2,910 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Altadena.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Altadena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena, CA | 2.9 mi | $2,183 | +$73 (+3%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 5 mi | $2,790 | +$680 (+32%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 6 mi | $2,130 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 6.3 mi | $2,010 | $-100 (-5%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 7.1 mi | $1,850 | $-260 (-12%) |
| La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | 7.3 mi | $2,200 | +$90 (+4%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 7.7 mi | $1,700 | $-410 (-19%) |
| Arcadia, CA | 8.2 mi | $1,965 | $-145 (-7%) |
| Glendale, CA | 8.4 mi | $2,099 | $-11 (-1%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 9.6 mi | $1,600 | $-510 (-24%) |
| Monterey Park, CA | 9.9 mi | $1,625 | $-485 (-23%) |
| El Monte, CA | 11.1 mi | $1,600 | $-510 (-24%) |
Studio rent in Altadena — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Altadena?
As of October 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Altadena, California is $2,110 per month. This is +45% below the citywide median of $3,814.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Altadena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $84,400 ($7,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Altadena expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Altadena's studio median of $2,110 is +64% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 91th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Altadena rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 378 cities in California with studio data, Altadena ranks #229 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Altadena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Sierra Madre ($2,010), San Gabriel ($1,850), Alhambra ($1,700).