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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Generously sized living areas
- Large formal dining room
Location
500 S El Molino Ave #12, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA|Downtown Pasadena
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Contact
Francis Recalde
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Property Overview
500 S El Molino Ave #12 in Pasadena offers a well-balanced mix of convenience, comfort, and practical appeal. Its notable features and positive attributes suggest it may work well for a range of needs, especially for those who value access to nearby amenities and a desirable location.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- More space
Great for
Eco living
Pet owners
Amenities for 500 S El Molino Ave ##12, Downtown Pasadena
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Laundry Hook Up | Trash Included |
| Water |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Courtyard |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 500 S El Molino Ave ##12
Discover the charm of Pasadena living in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence offering approximately 800 square feet in a designated historic landmark property. The inviting layout features generously sized living areas, a large formal dining room with two spacious closets, and access to a covered balcony—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Conveniently located near Pasadena’s vibrant Playhouse District, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and local attractions. Enjoy a wonderful blend of historic charm, generous living space, and an exceptional Pasadena location!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 500 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1.0 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 129 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 1-bedrooms are $605 more than the median rent in this area
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.4 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Pasadena |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 91101 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Pasadena
1-bedroom apartments at 500 S El Molino Ave ##12 cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Pasadena.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Downtown Pasadena
Pasadena
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,369 |
| December 2024 | $2,346 |
| January 2025 | $2,341 |
| February 2025 | $2,376 |
| March 2025 | $2,356 |
| April 2025 | $2,420 |
| May 2025 | $2,357 |
| June 2025 | $2,384 |
| July 2025 | $2,434 |
| August 2025 | $2,366 |
| September 2025 | $2,373 |
| October 2025 | $2,375 |
| November 2025 | $2,354 |
| December 2025 | $2,342 |
| January 2026 | $2,381 |
| February 2026 | $2,355 |
| March 2026 | $2,404 |
| April 2026 | $2,346 |
| May 2026 | $2,295 |
| June 2026 | $2,295 |
| July 2026 | $2,294 |
| August 2026 | $2,304 |
| September 2026 | $2,337 |
| October 2026 | $2,389 |
| November 2026 | $2,292 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,645 |
| December 2024 | $2,611 |
| January 2025 | $2,634 |
| February 2025 | $2,733 |
| March 2025 | $2,794 |
| April 2025 | $2,785 |
| May 2025 | $2,693 |
| June 2025 | $2,655 |
| July 2025 | $2,634 |
| August 2025 | $2,614 |
| September 2025 | $2,594 |
| October 2025 | $2,542 |
| November 2025 | $2,547 |
| December 2025 | $2,639 |
| January 2026 | $2,670 |
| February 2026 | $2,597 |
| March 2026 | $2,565 |
| April 2026 | $2,524 |
| May 2026 | $2,599 |
| June 2026 | $2,642 |
| July 2026 | $2,603 |
| August 2026 | $2,613 |
| September 2026 | $2,760 |
| October 2026 | $2,739 |
| November 2026 | $2,585 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 500 S El Molino Ave #12?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$112,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 6 years ago | $2,000 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 6 years ago | $2,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 6 years ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 6 years ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 6 years ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 years ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 500 S El Molino Ave ##12
McKinley School
325 s oak knoll ave
pasadena, CA, 91101
K-8Public
C+
San Rafael Elementary School
1090 nithsdale rd
pasadena, CA, 91105
K-5Public
B+
Cis Academy
2925 e siera madre blvd
pasadena, CA, 91107
K-12Public
B+
Eugene Field Elementary School
3600 sierra madre blvd
pasadena, CA, 91107
K-5Public
A-
Duff Language Magnet Academy
7830 dorothy ave
rosemead, CA, 91770
K-6Public
B+
Neighborhood
Downtown Pasadena | Pasadena, CA
Getting around Pasadena near 500 S El Molino Ave #12
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 500 S El Molino Ave #12, Pasadena
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Trader Joe's
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Whole Foods Market
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Assignee-Vinamex Supermarket
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Talbots
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Ann Taylor
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Tip Top Cleaners Inc
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T.J. Maxx
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Macy's
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Winchell's
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Starbucks
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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
415 S Lake Ave
Peet's Coffee
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Tpumps
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Makeup Artist Lounge
455 S Lake Ave
Magnolia House
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Lucky Star Productions
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Corner Craft Kitchen & Bar
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Del Frisco's Grille
55 S Lake Ave
Pavilions Bakery
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Einstein Bros Bagels
605 S Lake Ave
Pillow Talk Cafe Pasadena
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Nothing Bundt Cakes
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Simply Spice Rubs LLC
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Garden
Sidney F. Tyler Park
Playground
Playground
Catalina Community Garden
The Arbour
527 S Lake Ave
Baskin-Robbins
561 S Lake Ave
Winchell's
571 S Lake Ave
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
415 S Lake Ave
Yogurtland
415 S Lake Ave
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