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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Large windows
  • Plush carpeting
  • Well-appointed kitchen
  • Spacious living room
  • Gas range

Location

1221 W Shorb St, Alhambra, CA 91803, USA|Alhambra
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Management

ProActive Property Management

Leasing office

(626) 222-0983

Property Overview

Shorb receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.6, complemented by a perfect price rating of 10, highlighting its competitive pricing in relation to its amenities and location. Notable features include spacious living areas, a well-appointed kitchen, and on-site laundry, alongside top-notch amenities and location ratings of 9 each, indicating its appeal and convenience. Additionally, the property is situated just under 0.3 miles from a top-rated elementary school, enhancing its desirability for renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Shorb is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Shorb has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,850 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to this bright and inviting one-bedroom, one-bath apartment on a quiet residential street in Alhambra. The spacious living room is filled with natural light from large windows and flows effortlessly into a cozy dining area and well-appointed kitchen. The kitchen features ample cabinet storage, a gas range, and classic mid-century charm with warm wood cabinetry and tiled counters. The roomy bedroom includes built-in closet space, while the bathroom showcases vintage pink tile and a full-size tub/shower combo. Additional hallway built-ins provide extra storage, and plush carpeting throughout enhances the comfortable, homey atmosphere. This unit includes assigned parking and on-site laundry, adding convenience to everyday living. Perfectly combining charm, comfort, and practicality, it’s an ideal place to call home in Alhambra.

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Amenities for Shorb

Appliances

OvenOven/Stove
RangeRefrigerator

Services

Water and Trash
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About Shorb

HomeApartments in AlhambraAlhambra Shorb

Welcome home to this bright and inviting one-bedroom, one-bath apartment on a quiet residential street in Alhambra. The spacious living room is filled with natural light from large windows and flows effortlessly into a cozy dining area and well-appointed kitchen. The kitchen features ample cabinet storage, a gas range, and classic mid-century charm with warm wood cabinetry and tiled counters. The roomy bedroom includes built-in closet space, while the bathroom showcases vintage pink tile and a full-size tub/shower combo. Additional hallway built-ins provide extra storage, and plush carpeting throughout enhances the comfortable, homey atmosphere. This unit includes assigned parking and on-site laundry, adding convenience to everyday living. Perfectly combining charm, comfort, and practicality, it’s an ideal place to call home in Alhambra.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Shorb is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Shorb has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Shorb
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Shorb offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Shorb goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water and trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Shorb receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Shorb is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Shorb does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Shorb is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

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 Shorb compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Alhambra

1-bedroom apartments at Shorb cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Alhambra.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Alhambra
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,550
March 2024$1,512
August 2024$1,640
September 2024$1,539
October 2024$1,523
November 2024$1,642
December 2024$1,624
January 2025$1,749
February 2025$1,759
March 2025$1,898
June 2025$1,700
July 2025$1,620
August 2025$1,703
September 2025$1,735
October 2025$1,750
November 2025$1,718
December 2025$1,618
January 2026$1,653
A table of studio rental data trends in Alhambra
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,550
March 2024$1,500
September 2024$1,500
October 2024$1,523
November 2024$1,642
December 2024$1,600
January 2025$1,745
February 2025$1,759
March 2025$1,885
August 2025$1,703
September 2025$1,735
October 2025$1,750
November 2025$1,718
December 2025$1,618
January 2026$1,653

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Can I afford to live at 1221 W Shorb St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$74,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,850.
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Schools near Shorb

William Northrup Elementary School

409 s atlantic blvd

alhambra, CA, 91801

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Neighborhood

Alhambra | Alhambra, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Alhambra near 1221 W Shorb St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1221 W Shorb St, Alhambra

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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