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Single-Family Home
1,680 sqft
$852/sqft
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About this House
What's unique:Upgraded electrical and plumbingWood laminate upstairsAdjacent formal dining roomCentral air and heat
Available September 5. This lovely Dutch Tudor home is located in the highly desirable Historic Pasadena Highlands neighborhood. The cozy living room with natural stone hearth (decorative fireplace) and adjacent formal dining room welcome you as you enter from the small wrap around front porch. 4 bedrooms: 2 on ground floor with a renovated full bath, and 2 large dormers on 2nd floor with another full bath. Hardwood floor on lower level and wood laminate upstairs. This house has central air & heat along with upgraded electrical and plumbing. The 2 car garage is located behind the house down the long, gated driveway. The backyard includes young fruit trees (lemon, orange & pomegranate) as well as space for you to have your own garden. Gardener included. Absolutely no smoking/vaping on the premises.
- Approximately 1700 square feet
- Central Heat & Air
- Washer & Dryer Hookups
- Lovely Pasadena neighborhood
- Detached Garage
- No Smoking
- 1 year lease
- Will consider 1 dog (35 pounds or less) or 2 cats. Pet rent of $50/pet and additional deposit will apply. All dogs subject to approval of breed and personality. (No pit bulls, ASTs, dobermans, German shepherds, Belgian Malinois or other aggressive breeds). The nonrefundable pet screening fee is $30/pet, and must be renewed annually. ANY other type of pet requires specific owner approval.
Renter's Insurance is required. If Tenant fails to provide proof of Renter's Insurance, they will be required to pay $15/month Liability to Landlord Insurance fee.
Lease Terms: 1 year lease. Shorter terms will only be considered at a higher rent.
REQUIREMENTS: INCOME OR SAVINGS
Verifiable Combined Monthly Gross Income Needed to Qualify is 3x your portion of the rent.
Or savings of 12x your portion of the rent as a consistent minimum balance for the previous 6 months. No cosigners will be accepted.
3 Years Rental & Work History
A positive landlord (non-family member) reference for the last 3 years
No Negative Credit and a FICO score of at least 700
Valid Photo ID required to make an appointment.
We use ShowMojo to schedule showings. Please send us an email or text and you will get an automated response with a link allowing you to schedule your viewing. Viewings are only scheduled about 3-4 days in advance, so if a date does not show up as available, that may be why. A valid photo ID is required to set an appointment.
We require ALL prospective applicants to come in person and groups to come together for a single viewing. We do not offer Zoom or other online options for viewing. We need to meet each person in person. Please do not ask to apply unless you are able to come in person to view it. No exceptions. Applications are only accepted from those who have come in person to view the property. We will not process any applications from individuals who have not personally come to view the unit.
This includes registering a profile for household pets, emotional support animals (ESAs), service animals, or submitting a 'no pet/no animal' declaration. Application processing and lease compliance are contingent upon the completion and updating of these profiles. Any applicable pet fees, deposits, or verified accommodation exemptions must be processed through the platform.Failure to complete or maintain an active profile when required constitutes a material violation of this Lease Agreement.
Arroyo Property Management Incorporated
DRE Lic #01449409
2 Car Garage
Central Air
Gardener
Washer/Dryer Hookups
Wood Floors
- Approximately 1700 square feet
- Central Heat & Air
- Washer & Dryer Hookups
- Lovely Pasadena neighborhood
- Detached Garage
- No Smoking
- 1 year lease
- Will consider 1 dog (35 pounds or less) or 2 cats. Pet rent of $50/pet and additional deposit will apply. All dogs subject to approval of breed and personality. (No pit bulls, ASTs, dobermans, German shepherds, Belgian Malinois or other aggressive breeds). The nonrefundable pet screening fee is $30/pet, and must be renewed annually. ANY other type of pet requires specific owner approval.
Renter's Insurance is required. If Tenant fails to provide proof of Renter's Insurance, they will be required to pay $15/month Liability to Landlord Insurance fee.
Lease Terms: 1 year lease. Shorter terms will only be considered at a higher rent.
REQUIREMENTS: INCOME OR SAVINGS
Verifiable Combined Monthly Gross Income Needed to Qualify is 3x your portion of the rent.
Or savings of 12x your portion of the rent as a consistent minimum balance for the previous 6 months. No cosigners will be accepted.
3 Years Rental & Work History
A positive landlord (non-family member) reference for the last 3 years
No Negative Credit and a FICO score of at least 700
Valid Photo ID required to make an appointment.
We use ShowMojo to schedule showings. Please send us an email or text and you will get an automated response with a link allowing you to schedule your viewing. Viewings are only scheduled about 3-4 days in advance, so if a date does not show up as available, that may be why. A valid photo ID is required to set an appointment.
We require ALL prospective applicants to come in person and groups to come together for a single viewing. We do not offer Zoom or other online options for viewing. We need to meet each person in person. Please do not ask to apply unless you are able to come in person to view it. No exceptions. Applications are only accepted from those who have come in person to view the property. We will not process any applications from individuals who have not personally come to view the unit.
This includes registering a profile for household pets, emotional support animals (ESAs), service animals, or submitting a 'no pet/no animal' declaration. Application processing and lease compliance are contingent upon the completion and updating of these profiles. Any applicable pet fees, deposits, or verified accommodation exemptions must be processed through the platform.Failure to complete or maintain an active profile when required constitutes a material violation of this Lease Agreement.
Arroyo Property Management Incorporated
DRE Lic #01449409
2 Car Garage
Central Air
Gardener
Washer/Dryer Hookups
Wood Floors
968 E Howard St, Pasadena, CA 91104 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,680 sqft single-family home in East Central. It last sold for $565,000 on Dec 14, 2012 (9,989% above the $5,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2026 with an asking price of $6,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 4, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,430,600, with a rent estimate of $5,536/month.
Home Details for 968 E Howard St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: CentralAir ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Central AirHeating Fuel: Central |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
Comparable Sales for 968 E Howard St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $1,012,500 | 04/15/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,614 sqft | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $1,468,000 | 12/19/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,870 sqft | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $1,125,000 | 06/16/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,418 sqft | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $1,100,000 | 07/23/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,878 sqft | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $1,730,000 | 04/02/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,667 sqft | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $865,000 | 09/22/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,455 sqft | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $870,000 | 11/03/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,143 sqft | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $1,650,000 | 07/22/26 | 3 | 3 | 1,968 sqft | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $1,405,000 | 12/16/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,837 sqft | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $922,000 | 05/26/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,836 sqft |
Nearby homes
Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.Rental Market Trends in East Central
Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$5,536/mo
Average rent
$3K
$50MoM
Available listings
63
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What Locals Say about East Central
At least 136 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say there are sidewalks
81 % Say car is needed
76 % Say parking is easy
75 % Say yards are well-kept
68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
67 % Say streets are well-lit
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
65 % Say people would walk alone at night
63 % Say it's quiet
59 % Say kids play outside
57 % Say there's wildlife
57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
54 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
32 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Sep 4, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $5,600 |
Aug 12, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $5,600 Price decreased by 3% |
Aug 8, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $5,800 Price decreased by 3% |
Aug 1, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $6,000 |
Sep 27, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,795 |
Sep 7, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,795 |
Jun 21, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,495 |
Jun 13, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $3,495 Price decreased by 5% |
Jun 2, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,695 |
Dec 14, 2012 Source: N/A | Sold | $565,000 |
Jul 28, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $629,900 |
Jul 17, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $629,900 Price decreased by 3% |
Jun 24, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $649,900 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Unavailable | $709,657 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 968 E Howard St
- What is 968 E Howard St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 968 E Howard St in Pasadena, CA is $1,430,600.
- What is the price history for 968 E Howard St?968 E Howard St in Pasadena, CA last sold for $565,000 in December 2012.
- Is Pasadena a buyer's or seller's market?Pasadena is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Pasadena?The median sale price in Pasadena is $1.19M. That is down $9.67K from the prior month.
- Does 968 E Howard St have air conditioning?Yes, 968 E Howard St in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
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