Northwest Manor I

North Central Pasadena sits north of the city’s central business district, with residential blocks, commercial corridors and the San Gabriel Mountains shaping the setting. Its Mediterranean climate brings warm, dry summers and mild winters. The neighborhood’s history is reflected in Pasadena’s older homes and civic architecture, while nearby landmarks include the Pasadena City Hall and the Norton Simon Museum. For fresh air, Central Park and the gardens at the Pasadena Public Library offer green space; local streets and paths also make outdoor walks easy. Dining ranges from casual neighborhood restaurants to cafés, with more choices along nearby Colorado Boulevard. Shops and everyday services cluster on major streets, and the area’s cultural calendar benefits from Pasadena’s museums and performing arts venues. Metro A Line stations and local buses connect North Central with other parts of Pasadena and Los Angeles. For the North Central neighborhood, the median rent is $2,150 per month, with a typical range of $775 to $14,500.