How much does it cost to rent in La Crescenta Montrose, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in La Crescenta Montrose, CA is $3,358. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is La Crescenta Montrose cheaper than other California cities?

La Crescenta Montrose is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #99 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,358/mo.

When was La Crescenta Montrose rent data last updated?

La Crescenta Montrose rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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La Crescenta Montrose

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Pop. 19,660·99th most expensive in California·La Crescenta-Montrose rents are up 6.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,358/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$1,393

Rising (Monthly)

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La Crescenta Montrose · $3,358

More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

31% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,358/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$134,000/yr

Local median income

$130,000/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using La Crescenta Montrose's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,200

1 BR

$2,470

2 BR

$3,110

3 BR

$3,955

4 BR+

$4,380

Research median

$3,110/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$40,296/yr

At $3,358/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

La Crescenta Montrose, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 56.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,660

Median income

$130,000

Median age

42.2

Renters

40.8%

Age distribution

24.1%

16.5%

27%

13.5%

18.9%

Under 1824.1%

18–3416.5%

35–5427%

55–6413.5%

65+18.9%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

50.7%

18.2%

26.8%

White50.7%

Hispanic18.2%

Asian26.8%

Other4%

Education (25+)

15.2%

23.8%

56.8%

No HS diploma4.2%

HS diploma15.2%

Some college23.8%

Bachelor's+56.8%

Housing tenure

59.2%

40.8%

Owner59.2%

Renter40.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How La Crescenta Montrose, CA has changed in 5 years

Income

$107,954 → $130,000

up 20.4%

Population

20,149 → 19,660

down 2.4%

Renter share

40.5% → 40.8%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

51.4% → 56.8%

+5.4 pts

Median household income rose from $107,954 to $130,000 between 2021 and 2024, a 20.4% shift. The population has contracted by 2.4% since 2021, moving from about 20,149 residents to roughly 19,660. College-educated residents now make up 56.8% of adults here, versus 51.4% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in La Crescenta Montrose on your salary?

At $3,358/mo, how La Crescenta Montrose rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 50.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 44.2% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 54.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 60.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 48.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

La Crescenta Montrose rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in La Crescenta Montrose. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in La Crescenta Montrose, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in La Crescenta Montrose is $3,358/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,200/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,470/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,955/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($130,000/yr), La Crescenta Montrose ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is La Crescenta Montrose an affordable city for renters?

La Crescenta Montrose is considered moderate for renters. At $3,358/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($130,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. La Crescenta Montrose slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in La Crescenta Montrose?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $134,000/year (~$64/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,358/mo in La Crescenta Montrose. The local median household income is $130,000/yr, meaning the typical La Crescenta Montrose household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in La Crescenta Montrose?

Rent in La Crescenta Montrose has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which La Crescenta Montrose neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in La Crescenta Montrose are 91020 ($2,652/mo), and 91214 ($3,468/mo). Citywide, the median rent in La Crescenta Montrose is $3,358/mo.

How does La Crescenta Montrose rent compare to other cities in California?

La Crescenta Montrose is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #99 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,358/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than La Crescenta Montrose?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than La Crescenta Montrose ($3,358/mo): Glendale ($2,732/mo), Burbank ($2,765/mo), Pasadena ($2,939/mo).

What percentage of La Crescenta Montrose residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.8% of La Crescenta Montrose households are renters, while 59.2% are owner-occupied. La Crescenta Montrose leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does La Crescenta Montrose rent compare to the national average?

La Crescenta Montrose's median rent of $3,358/mo is $1,393 (71%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #99 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $3,358/mo, rent takes ~31% of La Crescenta Montrose's median household income ($130,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

La Crescenta Montrose 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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