4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Pasadena, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Pasadena, California as of August 2026. That's +46% higher than the citywide median of $2,984 and +72% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Pasadena
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 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Pasadena
Compare Pasadena's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,879 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,991 |
| 5 | California City | $2,070 |
| 6 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 8 | Maywood | $2,169 |
| 9 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 10 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 11 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 12 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 13 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 14 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 15 | Eureka | $2,280 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $6,455 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 10 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 12 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 13 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 14 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
| 15 | Chula Vista | $5,738 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Pasadena.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Pasadena |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marino, CA | 2.6 mi | $4,070 | $-278 (-6%) |
| Altadena, CA | 2.9 mi | $4,200 | $-148 (-3%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 3.4 mi | $4,250 | $-98 (-2%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 4.5 mi | $3,690 | $-658 (-15%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 4.8 mi | $3,395 | $-953 (-22%) |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 6 mi | $4,010 | $-338 (-8%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 6.8 mi | $5,550 | +$1,202 (+28%) |
| Arcadia, CA | 6.9 mi | $3,920 | $-428 (-10%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 6.9 mi | $3,240 | $-1,108 (-25%) |
| Monterey Park, CA | 7 mi | $3,260 | $-1,088 (-25%) |
| Glendale, CA | 8.3 mi | $4,184 | $-164 (-4%) |
| East Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 mi | $3,240 | $-1,108 (-25%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Pasadena — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Pasadena?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Pasadena, California is $4,348 per month. This is +46% higher than the citywide median of $2,984.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Pasadena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $173,920 ($14,493/month gross), which works out to roughly $83.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Pasadena expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Pasadena's 4+ bedroom median of $4,348 is +72% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Pasadena rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 379 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Pasadena ranks #236 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Pasadena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include San Marino ($4,070), Altadena ($4,200), South Pasadena ($4,250).