ZIP 91101 (Pasadena, CA) Housing Market & Real Estate Update — February 22, 2026
91101 – February 22, 2026 – ZIP 91101 (Pasadena) saw January prices up YoY and ~80-day sell times, with more listings and slightly softer rents.
ZIP 91101 covers central Pasadena in Los Angeles County, California. Here is what stood out most for buyers, sellers, and renters heading into this week.
Top takeaways
- Closed-sale prices moved higher year over year in the latest Redfin monthly update, but homes are taking longer to sell.
- List-to-sale pricing is still tight (around asking on average), so well-presented listings continue to get traction.
- Mortgage rates eased again in the latest national weekly survey, improving buying power at the margin.
- On the policy side, Pasadena housing and rental bodies held February meetings that could shape near-term rental and planning decisions.
Market snapshot (most recent published ZIP metrics)
Redfin (January 2026 for ZIP 91101): median sale price was $900K (up 23.3% year over year). Homes sold in about 80 days on average, and the sale-to-list price ratio was about 100.2%.
Realtor.com (ZIP dashboard reporting period: October 2025): median home value was listed around $1,074,800 with 79 active listings, and a median rent around $2,931/mo.
Today’s rate check: Freddie Mac’s PMMS showed the average 30-year fixed at 6.01% as of February 19, 2026 (down from the prior week).
Inventory and pricing: what to watch
Even with higher year-over-year pricing, the longer marketing time suggests buyers in 91101 have gained a bit more negotiating room than last year, especially on homes that need updates or are priced ambitiously. If you are selling, the data still argues for pricing close to comps and investing in presentation (paint, minor repairs, staging) to stay in the small set of homes that move quickly.
Rentals and local policy notes
Pasadena’s Housing, Homelessness and Planning Committee met on February 17, 2026 and included a progress update tied to the city’s homelessness plan. The Pasadena Rental Housing Board also posted a February 19, 2026 special meeting notice (closed session) related to potential litigation. These items are not market stats, but they are the kinds of signals renters and small landlords should track because they can influence enforcement, rules, and future program changes.
What’s for sale nearby (no-address highlights)
- Condos: a noticeable share of active options are 1–2 bedroom condos, with asking prices commonly ranging from the mid-$700Ks into the $900Ks on major portals.
- Small multifamily: a few higher-priced income properties appear in the mix, typically several million dollars, reflecting the scarcity of centrally located buildings.
- New construction: new-construction condo inventory is being marketed in and around Downtown Pasadena, which can add choice for buyers who value newer finishes and amenities.
ServiceXTC local pros (verified pages)
No verified ServiceXTC directory pages for ZIP 91101 were available to feature today. If you are a local inspector, contractor, or mover serving 91101, you can request to be added to the directory.
Sources (titles only; see page sources list for URLs)
- Redfin ZIP 91101 housing market page
- Realtor.com ZIP 91101 market dashboard
- Freddie Mac PMMS weekly mortgage rates
- City of Pasadena committee agenda PDFs and Pasadena Now city-government roundup
What are you seeing right now in 91101: more price cuts, faster showings, or renters holding steady?