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85 N Craig Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107, USA|Lamanda Park
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Property Overview
Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! offers strong overall value, with a Zumper expert rating of 7.8 out of 10 and an excellent 8 out of 10 for both price and amenities, placing it in the 81.82 percentile for value for money in the area. With a standout 9 out of 10 location rating highlighting its prime setting and convenience, plus an 8 out of 10 trustworthiness score for clear, detailed listing information, this property is a compelling option for renters seeking quality and transparency.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2+1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $2,195 /mo | 1 unit available | Experience better living in Pasadena. This property is located in a prime location -- just a short distance to public transportation, restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, fast food places, and more! Check out each unit for amenities and inclusions! Grocery Stores: Ralphs Trader Joe's Vons Whole Foods Market Sprouts Farmers Market Smart & Final Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven Circle K Shell Chevron Coffee Shops: Starbucks The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Urth Caffe Intelligentsia Coffee Philz Coffee Restaurants: In-N-Out Burger Blaze Pizza Pieology Pizzeria The Cheesecake Factory Panda Express Yoshinoya The Habit Burger Grill Del Frisco's Grille Parks: Victory Park Eaton Blanche Park Hamilton Park Sierra Madre Villa Park Farnsworth Park Entertainment: Pasadena Museum of California Art Norton Simon Museum AMC Pasadena 14 Laemmle Playhouse 7 Pasadena Ice Skating Center *ASK FOR PARKING PRICING & AVAILABILITY *Renters Insurance Required* *PHOTOS MAY OR MAY NOT BE OF EXACT UNIT(S), MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE SIMILAR FEATURES* |
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
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| Units | 4 |
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About Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena!
Experience better living in Pasadena. This property is located in a prime location -- just a short distance to public transportation, restaurants, shopping, coffee shops, fast food places, and more! Check out each unit for amenities and inclusions! Grocery Stores: Ralphs Trader Joe's Vons Whole Foods Market Sprouts Farmers Market Smart & Final Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven Circle K Shell Chevron Coffee Shops: Starbucks The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Urth Caffe Intelligentsia Coffee Philz Coffee Restaurants: In-N-Out Burger Blaze Pizza Pieology Pizzeria The Cheesecake Factory Panda Express Yoshinoya The Habit Burger Grill Del Frisco's Grille Parks: Victory Park Eaton Blanche Park Hamilton Park Sierra Madre Villa Park Farnsworth Park Entertainment: Pasadena Museum of California Art Norton Simon Museum AMC Pasadena 14 Laemmle Playhouse 7 Pasadena Ice Skating Center *ASK FOR PARKING PRICING & AVAILABILITY *Renters Insurance Required* *PHOTOS MAY OR MAY NOT BE OF EXACT UNIT(S), MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE SIMILAR FEATURES*
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.
7.8
/10
Very GoodBetter Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Lamanda Park. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! 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 Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! 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.
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 Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Lamanda Park
2-bedroom apartments at Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena! cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lamanda Park.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Lamanda Park
Pasadena
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,295 |
| July 2024 | $2,310 |
| August 2024 | $2,272 |
| September 2024 | $2,352 |
| October 2024 | $2,334 |
| November 2024 | $2,370 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,950 |
| July 2024 | $2,073 |
| August 2024 | $1,912 |
| September 2024 | $1,895 |
| October 2024 | $1,897 |
| February 2025 | $2,250 |
| March 2025 | $2,199 |
| April 2025 | $2,198 |
| May 2025 | $2,091 |
| June 2025 | $1,993 |
| July 2025 | $2,065 |
| August 2025 | $2,187 |
| September 2025 | $2,070 |
| October 2025 | $2,257 |
| November 2025 | $2,019 |
| December 2025 | $1,915 |
| January 2026 | $1,850 |
| February 2026 | $1,825 |
| April 2026 | $2,150 |
| May 2026 | $2,125 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$87,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near Better Living in Craig Avenue, Pasadena!
Hamilton Elementary School
2089 rose villa st
pasadena, CA, 91107
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-
San Rafael Elementary School
1090 nithsdale rd
pasadena, CA, 91105
K-5Public
B+
Duff Language Magnet Academy
7830 dorothy ave
rosemead, CA, 91770
K-6Public
B+
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Getting around Pasadena near 85 N Craig Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
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 85 N Craig Ave, Pasadena
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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