Explore the Area
Los California TacosRestaurants
Trader Joe'sGroceries
Stone Brewing Tap RoomNightlife
Copa VidaCafes
Pasadena HumaneShopping
The Pasadena PlayhouseArts and Entertainment
Equinox PasadenaFitness
Houston'sRestaurants
Whole Foods MarketGroceries
Dog Haus BiergartenNightlife
Amara Chocolate & CoffeeCafes
Pet Food ExpressShopping
Lindy GrooveArts and Entertainment
Breakthru FitnessFitness
Trader Joe'sGroceries
1886 Bar at The RaymondNightlife
Jones Coffee RoastersCafes
Blick Art MaterialsShopping
Pasadena Civic AuditoriumArts and Entertainment
Studio MetamorphosisFitness
Athenaeum - CaltechRestaurants
BevMo!Groceries
Arroyo Chop HouseNightlife
FloatCafes
New BalanceShopping
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What Locals Say about South
At least 205 Trulia users voted on each feature.
91 % Say it's dog friendly
90 % Say there are sidewalks
88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
82 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
74 % Say people would walk alone at night
72 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say car is needed
59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say parking is easy
57 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say it's quiet
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say yards are well-kept
40 % Say kids play outside
38 % Say there's wildlife
23 % Say there are community events
Learn more about our methodology.
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 9mo ago
"Very walkable area! Dog friendly places in the neighborhood. Safe neighborhood. But there are coyotes. "
1Flag - Vivi Wei Tian
- Resident
- 1y ago
"The owner let the dog pee or Poop at the lawn area even there are signs that not allow to pee or poop"
1Flag - Anthony Francis
- Resident
- 1y ago
"A long rich history, and the beautiful architectural homes Excellent school district and shops in different places to eat in down South. Pasadena is a beautiful City to live in"
2Flag - Tawny Y.
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Even though people are good about picking up their dogs’ poo, not everyone is a responsible dog owner. I rarely ever see any leash-less dogs. However, some people claim their dogs are service dogs when they’re out of control. Most places here do not like big dogs in the complexes. "
2Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"PASADENA is so friendly and quaint, we love it! It is a very family-first city. There’s no other place we’d wanna be!"
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Dogs are not allowed in my apartment building. Maybe a near by apartment allows pets but I rarely see people walking dogs in this area"
1Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 3y ago
"All is well… live, love and laughter… thrift stores prove that giving back is everything. I would invite folks from all over California here. "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Visitor
- 3y ago
"Friendly/ approachable neighborhoods and neighbors…. Pet friendly Community/ equal opportunity, love and respect 🫡 "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"We moved back up here from Newport Beach just before the pandemic. Aside from the lack of ocean, it’s hard to beat this area. There’s something for everyone, whether you love the outdoors or the Old Town vibe. Even though I sell more real estate in other areas, I love living in this one."
3Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Lots of people and their dogs. Walking score high. But. Very busy for sure. Friendly neighbors Lots of restaurants and coffee tea shops "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 3y ago
"This is a very walkable community. It is close to Old Town Pasdena and lots of restaurants and shops. It is also close to the Metro train that can take all over Las Angeles. There is also local bus service."
1Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Neighborhoods are safe and friendly. Neighbors and their dogs become friends. People hold themselves accountable to their community "
0Flag - Trulia User
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Madison Heights Community happy hours, Easter egg hunt, and other holiday celebrations are a great feature of this neighborhood that are put on yearly by the association. neighborhood watch is also active and vigilant."
0Flag - Rolando G.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Quiet, safe, beautiful, clean convenient, friendly, comfortable, fun, diverse, full of smartens kind people al around. "
3Flag - J
- Resident
- 5y ago
"I’ve lived here for 11 years. Love the walkability, it’s nearby restaurants, parks, and shopping. Very safe. "
15Flag - Naima G.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"This is an absolute amazing neighborhood! It is not the type where your neighbors stay inside all day and never come out, or the type who are always nosy. It is perfect! At night there is no parties going on until like 3:00 or anything! It is quiet and nice, in the morning the birds are tweeting and you see people walking their dogs, biking, or just jogging! I totally recommend this neighborhood!"
18Flag - Michelle K.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"You see people out walking dogs all the time. Friendly neighbors, tree-lined streets, quiet traffic. "
3Flag - Joanna G.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"It’s well-maintained and near shops. It has friendly neighbors and it’s just a great place to live. Quiet at night but active during the day. Runners and dog walkers on the street. Bustling and historic and tree lined. "
9Flag - Dg
- Resident
- 6y ago
"The neighborhood is very conscientious and everyone does their part to take care of the area and to keep it safe."
0Flag - Faith L.
- Resident
- 6y ago
"There was a block party that I saw we had for the first time on El Molino. What a quaint and family friendly event "
0Flag - Mr. H
- Resident
- 6y ago
"The Rose Parade of course is always fun and Christmas is beautiful with the decorations on Lake Ave. "
1Flag - Jeff M.
- Prev. Resident
- 6y ago
"We lived here for three years. Loved the neighborhood, the neighbors and the walkability of Pasadena."
0Flag - Daphne
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Pasadena has all kinds of wonderful events. Cultural events and etc. A rare neighborhood in LA that I can walk around without car. "
0Flag - Andrew M.
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Great location with access to groceries, restaurants and shops. Very safe and clean. Safe distance from busy and freeways."
3Flag - Rev2002
- Resident
- 7y ago
"Very dog friendly. A few buildings in the area are also dog friendly. There is not a close by dog park however."
1Flag - Shauna U.
- Resident
- 7y ago
"There are great parks and very walkable neighborhood attractions. I don’t often see small children, but there are a lot of apartment buildings in the area"
0Flag - Hurong
- Resident
- 7y ago
"The community has the perfect location. I can walk to Trader Joe’s, shopping mall and restaurants in 2 mins. Also, jogging in the cal tech. I’d like living here. "
11Flag - Yrkliu
- Resident
- 7y ago
"It’s quite, residential, but near nice commercial establishments. It’s a well manicured area with lots of grass and flowers. "
0Flag
Schools
- St. Philip The Apostle
- K-8
- Private
- 515 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageOur two children graduated from St. Philip. We love this school. The school emphasizes kindness, respect for others, the Catholic faith, and academics (and has great sports and drama programs). Our kids got a great educational foundation that landed them in highly ranked universities. But even more important: St. Philip helped them become kind people with good values. My husband and I feel that sending our kids to St. Philip was the best parenting decision we ever made.Parent Review3y ago30 Reviews - Pasadena Montessori School
- PK-K
- Private
- 43 Students
NAGreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNo reviews available for this school.Â
Homes in South
- Brock J Worthen DRE # 01351221, Keller Williams Realty Los Feliz
- Mark Duncan DRE # 01999098, Real Broker
- eXp Realty of California, Inc.
- Coldwell Banker Realty
- Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
- Coldwell Banker Realty
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