Pasadena Real Estate Market Update — December 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, the Pasadena real estate market continues to show strength and steady activity. December often slows down due to the holidays, but this month still brought solid buyer interest, healthy inventory levels, and strong performances in Pasadena’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Here's your full December 2025 Pasadena market breakdown.


Market Snapshot

Key numbers for this month:

  • Median Home Price: ~$1.25M

  • Average Days on Market: ~29 days

  • Inventory: Slight seasonal decline

  • Buyer Activity: Steady, especially for updated and well-located homes

  • Seller Activity: Good, but fewer new listings (typical for December)

Even with fewer homes hitting the market, the best homes continued selling within the first two weeks.


What This Means for Buyers

December offered buyers a rare opportunity:
less competition but still consistent inventory.

Buyer advantages this month:

  • Fewer competing buyers at open houses

  • More flexibility on closing timelines

  • Sellers willing to negotiate on minor repairs or credits

  • Good opportunity to shop before New Year competition increases

If you’re planning to buy early 2026, December is a smart moment to enter before inventory rises and demand spikes.


What This Means for Sellers

Pasadena sellers remain in a strong position — especially in:

  • Madison Heights

  • Bungalow Heaven

  • Linda Vista

  • East Pasadena

Homes that performed the best this month had:

  • Updated kitchens/baths

  • ADUs or guest suites

  • Walkable locations near Colorado Blvd

  • Good school district appeal

Pricing right from day one is essential — the homes that came out too high needed price cuts, while the correctly priced ones drew multiple offers even during the holiday season.


Neighborhood Spotlight

A few Pasadena neighborhoods stood out in December:

  • Bungalow Heaven: High demand for character homes; short market times

  • Madison Heights: Luxury buyers active; strong price stability

  • East Pasadena: Entry-level buyers driving steady sales

  • Linda Vista: Homes with views and space continue to command top dollar

Pasadena remains one of LA County’s most consistent and resilient markets.


Expert Takeaway

The Pasadena market is ending 2025 on a strong, confident note.
Inventory is expected to rise between January–March 2026, bringing:

  • More options for buyers

  • Faster-paced competition

  • Strong appreciation in high-demand areas

Whether you’re buying or selling, Pasadena remains a prime market with dependable value and lifestyle appeal.


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Pasadena Listings

$1,999,000
4 Beds 3 Baths P1-28774 MLS
Beautifully updated and rich with character, this handsome Spanish Colonial Revival home seamlessly blends timeless design with the comforts of modern living. A crisp white smooth stucco facade, classic red clay-tile roof, graceful arches, and striking dark-framed windows create an elegant first impression, while the beautifully manicured grounds provide a warm and welcoming approach. Inside, the freshly painted two-story home offers a thoughtfully modernized floor plan with very generous room sizes. The substantial living room provides an inviting setting for gathering with a fireplace nook, while the separate family room offers a more relaxed space for everyday living. A gracious formal dining room is ideal for entertaining and flows naturally to the very large kitchen, where a substantial center island creates a wonderful focal point for cooking, casual dining, and gathering. Conveniently located on the main level, the spacious primary suite offers a private and peaceful retreat complete with a substantial closet. The beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom is designed for relaxation with a double vanity and luxurious soaking tub, creating a tranquil space to begin and end the day. The additional main-floor bedroom provides wonderful flexibility for guests or as a home office, while the remaining two upstairs bedrooms provide privacy. Thoughtful modern amenities, including a smart thermostat, front door lock, and irrigation controller, add convenience to everyday living. The expansive flat backyard is an inviting extension of the home and has been designed to embrace Southern California's indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Beautifully maintained grounds surround a newer pergola, creating an ideal setting for al fresco dining, weekend gatherings, or quiet evenings at home. A dedicated natural gas BBQ hookup makes entertaining effortless, while the generous yard with verdant lawn offers plenty of room to relax, play, and enjoy the outdoors. Completing the property is a two-car garage, an electric vehicle charger, two storage sheds, and an automatic driveway gate for added convenience and privacy. With its distinctive Spanish architecture, versatile updated floor plan, beautifully manicured grounds, and thoughtful improvements, this exceptional residence offers the rare combination of classic character and modern functionality--a truly special place to call home.

2330 E Orange Grove Boulevard, Pasadena

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Maziad Wehbe (mikewehbe@bhhscal.com) from Listing Office: BHHS California Properties.

$1,439,000
3 Beds 3 Baths AR26197062 MLS
Elevated Pasadena Living in the heart of South Lake Welcome to this exceptional 3 level condo offering 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and approximately 2230 sq ft of beautifully designed living space in Pasadena’s sought-after South Lake District. One of only 4 Penthouse North South facing units with a magnificent view. The moment you enter, you’ll enjoy the benefits of multi-level living, with generous living spaces created for both everyday comfort functionality and entertaining guests. The impressive living area welcomes you with soaring 20’ high ceilings, a warm fireplace and large windows that draw in natural light. Step outside onto the living room’s quaint patio, the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Included in the living room are expansive commercial-style glass doors, creating a dramatic connection between the living room and private patio, equipped with electrical, gas and water, offering endless possibilities for creating your own outdoor oasis. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring a Viking stovetop, Microwave and Viking wall oven, adding a touch of luxury and performance. The lower level offers a wonderful sense of privacy with 3 spacious bedrooms. The master bedroom is a peaceful retreat with its own walk-in-closet, resort style spa bathroom which consists of an oversized soaking tub, dual vanities and double shower heads. There is a dual master-sized bedroom and a third bedroom. The nearby laundry with washer/ dryer and full-size bathroom adds everyday convenience, making this lower level both practical and inviting. Upstairs is a charming loft area with amazing views of the mountains, and a full bathroom that adds another dimension to the home. Its open design creates the perfect space for a home office, reading nook, or media area. This loft provides flexibility to adapt beautifully to your lifestyle. Two car underground garage parking with secured gated entry and security cameras, is designed with modern convenience in mind, featuring Electronic Vehicle Charger and lockable storage cages to keep everything organized. The entire building has Life Source filtration and water softening system. More than just a condo, this home offers a wonderful balance of residential comfort and convenient access to Pasadena’s popular South Lake District area, within walking distance of shopping, dining, Cal Tech, PCC, Old Town Pasadena, entertainment and amenities.

141 S Hudson Avenue Unit 403, Pasadena

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Cynthia Mitchel (cmitchel@BHHSCalpro.com) from Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService.

$1,850,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 26985587 MLS
This timeless French cottage greets you with a lush rose garden and stunning curb appeal on a wide, tree-lined street in one of Pasadena's most charming neighborhoods. Step through the welcoming entrance into a living room filled with light flowing in from original windows, elegant coved ceilings, and an inviting brick fireplace. The living room flows effortlessly into a dining room with coved ceilings and direct access to a covered terrace, perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen is the center of the home, with custom cabinetry, dual sinks, stainless steel appliances, and an extensive island for gathering. The first floor offers an ensuite bedroom with its own private bath, plus two additional bedrooms (one that flexes well as a den), and a full bathroom. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, with vaulted ceilings, original wood floors, and a dual-vanity ensuite bath finished with beautiful tiling. A walk-in closet, custom cabinetry, and ample storage round out the space. The expansive backyard offers a number of spaces to entertain, including the covered terrace, an alcove with decomposed granite perfect for outdoor dining, and a grassy yard spanning the width of the lot. A thoughtful 2020 renovation touched nearly every system in the home: plumbing, sewer line, water heater, electrical panel, HVAC, and a refinished basement. Other features include hardwood floors throughout, updated windows and doors, custom brick work, fresh landscaping with irrigation, a 2-car garage, stacked laundry, and a new mini-split in the primary suite for added comfort. Close to Victory Park with easy access to the 210, this move-in-ready gem is a rare find in a location that's hard to beat. A must-see in the heart of Pasadena.

2344 Paloma St, Pasadena

Courtesy of Upside, Christian Mardelli - CA DRE#01834969

$1,850,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 26985587 MLS
This timeless French cottage greets you with a lush rose garden and stunning curb appeal on a wide, tree-lined street in one of Pasadena's most charming neighborhoods. Step through the welcoming entrance into a living room filled with light flowing in from original windows, elegant coved ceilings, and an inviting brick fireplace. The living room flows effortlessly into a dining room with coved ceilings and direct access to a covered terrace, perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen is the center of the home, with custom cabinetry, dual sinks, stainless steel appliances, and an extensive island for gathering. The first floor offers an ensuite bedroom with its own private bath, plus two additional bedrooms (one that flexes well as a den), and a full bathroom. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, with vaulted ceilings, original wood floors, and a dual-vanity ensuite bath finished with beautiful tiling. A walk-in closet, custom cabinetry, and ample storage round out the space. The expansive backyard offers a number of spaces to entertain, including the covered terrace, an alcove with decomposed granite perfect for outdoor dining, and a grassy yard spanning the width of the lot. A thoughtful 2020 renovation touched nearly every system in the home: plumbing, sewer line, water heater, electrical panel, HVAC, and a refinished basement. Other features include hardwood floors throughout, updated windows and doors, custom brick work, fresh landscaping with irrigation, a 2-car garage, stacked laundry, and a new mini-split in the primary suite for added comfort. Close to Victory Park with easy access to the 210, this move-in-ready gem is a rare find in a location that's hard to beat. A must-see in the heart of Pasadena.

2344 Paloma Street, Pasadena

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Christian Mardelli (chris@therealupside.com) from Listing Office: Upside.

$1,575,000
3 Beds 3 Baths P1-28745 MLS
Perched above the historic Rose Bowl, this quintessential Mid-Century 3-bedroom, 3-bath end-unit view condominium designed by Buff & Hensman offers the rare opportunity to own celebrated architecture at an approachable price point. Sited within an intimate enclave of twelve units with common pool and spa, the community fosters a neighborly, inviting feel uncommon to many other larger developments today. Crisp post and beam architectural lines and walls of glass, unmistakable hallmarks of the Buff & Hensman lexicon, allow for a light-filled open double volume living and dining room space, ideal for quiet everyday living, as well as lively entertaining. Significant West-facing views unfold toward the San Rafael hills, framed from the exterior patio as well as from the living room and second-story primary bedroom above, offering a study in changing light and sunset color.The current owner undertook thoughtful upgrades - including new flooring, new tiling, fresh interior paint and refined finishing details throughout - with the intention of this being his forever home. Changed circumstances lead him to seek the next steward to lovingly care for the residence as he once envisioned.The desirable end-unit position affords additional enhanced privacy and abundant natural light throughout. Attached proprietary two-car garage with electric opener, offering direct and secure access. Incredible opportunity for a residence that pairs architectural pedigree with the ease of effortless, low-maintenance living.

200 Arroyo Terrace, Pasadena

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: George Penner (george.penner@compass.com) from Listing Office: COMPASS.

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