Neighborhood guides,
These guides are written by Alejandro Espitia, a Broker Associate and REALTOR® with Apex Realty & Investments, who has worked the Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley market, licensed in California since 1996 with 200+ homes sold. Each guide covers the current typical home price, walkability, top schools and amenities, and the recent market trend, with every figure labeled by source and as-of date. Prices move weekly, so treat these as a starting point, then call Alejandro at 626-314-9170 for the live picture in any of these cities.
Last updated October 18, 2026 Every figure sourced and dated
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Eight cities,
one valley
Each city below gets the same honest treatment: the current typical home price, its walk score, the schools and amenities worth knowing, and what the market has actually been doing.
South Pasadena
Top-rated schools, small-town charm
Read the guide 91006 / 91007Arcadia
Strong schools, peacocks and parkland
Read the guide 91801 / 91803Alhambra
The walkable value play
Read the guide 91108San Marino
The premium, estate-scale enclave
Read the guide 91024Sierra Madre
The foothill village, very walkable
Read the guide 91016Monrovia
Old Town energy, canyon trails
Read the guide 91780Temple City
Family-focused and steady
Read the guide 91775 / 91776San Gabriel
History, food and walkability
Read the guideSouth Pasadena
Top-rated schools, small-town charm
The tree-lined, walkable city with an elite school district, a Gold Line station at its center, and a famously low-key pace.
Typical home price
$1.69M
typical home value, up 5.3% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of August 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $1.9M, up 9.7% year over year, on its latest monthly reading.
Walk Score
67/100
citywide average, Somewhat Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Schools
South Pasadena Unified
A+ on Niche and ranked among the top districts in California, with every school in the district earning strong marks.
- South Pasadena Senior High
- South Pasadena Middle School
- Marengo Elementary
- Arroyo Vista Elementary
- Monterey Hills Elementary
Local favorites
- Mission Street and Fair Oaks shopping district
- Garfield Park
- Arroyo Seco Park
- Metro A Line at Mission station
- Fremont Centre Theatre
Recent market trend
South Pasadena values have climbed about 5.3% year over year on Zillow’s latest reading, driven largely by the school district and the short rail ride into downtown Los Angeles. Inventory stays limited and competition is steady, so well-priced homes tend to move within a few weeks. Buyers here are paying for stability: top-rated schools, a walkable core, and one of the easiest commutes in the San Gabriel Valley.
Arcadia
Strong schools, peacocks and parkland
The City of Peacocks pairs a top-rated district with Santa Anita Park, the Arboretum, and one of the valley’s biggest malls.
Typical home price
$1.40M
typical home value, up 1.8% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of July 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $1.7M over the three months ending July 2026, up 5.4% year over year.
Walk Score
54/100
citywide average, Somewhat Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Days to pending
about 18 days
typical time on market
Source: Zillow, as of July 31, 2026
Schools
Arcadia Unified
A+ on Niche and ranked among the top districts in the Los Angeles area, with a 10 out of 10 testing rank.
- Arcadia High School
- Highland Oaks Elementary
- Camino Grove Elementary
- Holly Avenue Elementary
- Hugo Reid Elementary
Local favorites
- Santa Anita Park
- Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
- Westfield Santa Anita
- Metro A Line at Arcadia station
- San Gabriel Mountains foothills
Recent market trend
Arcadia homes move quickly, typically going pending in about 18 days on Zillow’s latest data, with values up about 1.8% year over year. Demand is anchored by the Arcadia Unified district and the draw of Santa Anita Park, the Arboretum, and Westfield Santa Anita. Buyers who want strong schools with more space per dollar than San Marino find Arcadia a steady, competitive choice.
Alhambra
The walkable value play
A very walkable core, dense dining, and some of the most reasonable prices in the San Gabriel Valley.
Typical home price
$928K
typical home value, up 1.7% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of July 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $907K over the last three months, down 2.7% year over year.
Walk Score
71/100
citywide average, Very Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Days to pending
about 30 days
typical time on market
Source: Zillow, as of July 31, 2026
Schools
Alhambra Unified
Rated A on Niche, with strong high schools and two 10 out of 10 elementary schools.
- Mark Keppel High School
- Alhambra High School
- Monterey Highlands Elementary
- Brightwood Elementary
- Martha Baldwin Elementary
Local favorites
- Almansor Park
- Alhambra Park
- Historic Alhambra Theatre
- Main Street dining and shops
- Pyrenees Castle
Recent market trend
Alhambra is the value play of the group: Zillow’s typical home value sits near $928,000, up about 1.7% year over year, while Redfin’s three-month median sale price ran about $907,000, down 2.7%. Homes typically go pending in about 30 days, giving buyers a little more room to compare than in hotter markets. The very walkable core, dense restaurant scene, and easy freeway access keep demand steady.
San Marino
The premium, estate-scale enclave
Quiet, exclusive, and anchored by the Huntington Library, with one of the most elite school districts in California.
Typical home price
$2.80M
typical home value, 91108 ZIP, up 7.1% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of August 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $3.0M in June 2026, down 6.3% year over year.
Walk Score
60/100
citywide average, Somewhat Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Schools
San Marino Unified
Rated 10 out of 10 and ranked among the top districts in California, with every school scoring 9 or 10 on GreatSchools.
- San Marino High School
- Huntington Middle School
- Valentine Elementary
- Carver Elementary
Local favorites
- The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens
- Lacy Park
- El Molino Viejo
- Estate-scale historic homes
Recent market trend
San Marino is the premium market of the San Gabriel Valley. Zillow’s latest ZIP-level reading puts the typical home near $2.8 million, up about 7.1% year over year, while Redfin’s June 2026 median sale price was about $3.0 million, down 6.3% from a year earlier. Sales are slower and more deliberate, and the price reflects the elite district, the Huntington next door, and the city’s estate-scale lots.
Sierra Madre
The foothill village, very walkable
A small-town foothill escape with the highest walk score in this guide, the Wistaria Vine, and the Mount Wilson Trail at your door.
Typical home price
$1.42M
typical home value, down 1.1% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of July 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $1.4M, down 5.7% year over year, on its latest monthly reading.
Walk Score
89/100
citywide average, Very Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Schools
Pasadena Unified
Sierra Madre Elementary and Middle School are the top-rated schools in the city; high school students typically attend Pasadena High.
- Sierra Madre Elementary
- Sierra Madre Middle School
- Pasadena High School (for high school)
Local favorites
- Sierra Madre Village on Baldwin Avenue
- The Wistaria Vine
- Mount Wilson Trail
- Sierra Madre Playhouse
- Memorial Park
Recent market trend
Sierra Madre is the small-town foothill escape with the highest walk score in this guide, 89 on Walk Score’s citywide reading. Zillow’s typical home value sits near $1.42 million, down about 1.1% year over year, and Redfin’s median sale price ran about $1.4 million, down 5.7%. The pullback has given buyers a touch more negotiating room in a city where inventory is naturally low and the village feel is the whole point.
Monrovia
Old Town energy, canyon trails
A historic downtown with a Friday street fair, a canyon park with a waterfall, and prices below the top-tier districts.
Typical home price
$993K
typical home value, 91016 ZIP, up 1.5% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of June 30, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $1.05M in August 2026, up 4.5% year over year.
Walk Score
62/100
citywide average, Somewhat Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Schools
Monrovia Unified
Rated A on Niche, with several schools named U.S. News Best Schools.
- Monrovia High School
- Clifton Middle School
- Mayflower Elementary
- Plymouth Elementary
Local favorites
- Old Town Monrovia on Myrtle Avenue
- Friday Night Family Street Fair
- Monrovia Canyon Park and Falls
- Monrovia Historical Museum
- Metro A Line at Monrovia station
Recent market trend
Monrovia balances price and livability better than most of its neighbors: Zillow’s typical home value for the 91016 ZIP is about $993,000, up 1.5% year over year, while Redfin’s August 2026 median sale price was about $1.05 million, up 4.5%. Old Town’s Friday street fair, the canyon park and falls, and the Gold Line at the city’s edge keep demand healthy without the frenzy of the pricier districts.
Temple City
Family-focused and steady
A tight-knit city with a top-scoring district, a famous floating teapot, and a beloved Sunday farmers market.
Typical home price
$1.08M
typical home value, up 0.5% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of August 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $1.1M over the last three months, down 2.1% year over year.
Walk Score
57/100
citywide average, Somewhat Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Schools
Temple City Unified
A 10 out of 10 testing rank and a graduation rate near 97%, with a top-rated high school and intermediate school.
- Temple City High School
- Oak Avenue Intermediate
- Emperor Elementary
- La Rosa Elementary
Local favorites
- Floating Teapot Fountain
- Temple City Certified Farmers Market, Sundays
- Live Oak Park
- Camellia Festival
- Santa Anita Wash Greenbelt
Recent market trend
Temple City is the steady, family-focused market of the group: Zillow’s typical home value is about $1.08 million, up just 0.5% year over year, while Redfin’s three-month median sale price ran about $1.1 million, down 2.1%. The district posts a 10 out of 10 testing rank and a graduation rate near 97%, and the camellia festival, Sunday farmers market, and floating teapot fountain give the city a distinct local identity.
San Gabriel
History, food and walkability
The 1771 Mission anchors a very walkable city that is also one of the great dining capitals of the San Gabriel Valley.
Typical home price
$1.11M
typical home value, up 3.2% year over year
Source: Zillow, as of July 31, 2026
Redfin median sale price about $1.1M over the last three months, down 1.5% year over year.
Walk Score
74/100
citywide average, Very Walkable
Source: Walk Score, as of 2026
Schools
San Gabriel Unified
Ranked in the top 20% of California districts, with a top-rated high school and middle school.
- Gabrielino High School
- Jefferson Middle School
- Washington Elementary
- Wilson Elementary
Local favorites
- Mission San Gabriel Arcángel
- Vincent Lugo Park, the Monster Park
- Asian dining scene along Valley Boulevard
- The Huntington nearby
- San Gabriel Mountains access
Recent market trend
San Gabriel pairs history with one of the best dining scenes in the valley: Zillow’s typical home value is about $1.11 million, up 3.2% year over year, while Redfin’s three-month median sale price ran about $1.1 million, down 1.5%. The very walkable core, anchored by the 1771 Mission and the famous Monster Park, keeps the city popular with buyers who want culture, food, and convenience in one place.
How to read these guides
Where the numbers come from
Home price figures are typical home values and median sale prices published by Zillow and Redfin, each labeled with its as-of date. Walk scores come from Walk Score’s citywide averages. School ratings come from Niche, GreatSchools, U.S. News, and Public School Review as cited in each guide.
All figures are public estimates that shift weekly, so verify with a live search before you decide. Nothing here is a promise of value; the real number for a specific home always comes from a current market analysis of that property.
Alejandro works across all eight of these cities, plus Pasadena itself, every week.
For today’s numbers in any city, text or call 626-314-9170.
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