North Altadena Foothills, Altadena, CA
North Altadena Foothills — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for North Altadena Foothills, Altadena, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.
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North Altadena Foothills Neighborhood Overview
Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, North Altadena Foothills is a prestigious neighborhood within Altadena, California. The market is clearly defined as Luxury, with a median home value of $1,002,600 reflecting its desirability. This is supported by a high homeownership rate of 79.2%, indicating a stable, established community of homeowners. The area's affluence is further underscored by a median household income of $129,030.
The housing market here is characterized by substantial equity and conventional financing. In a recent period, there were 648 total home loan originations, with the vast majority—609—being conventional loans. This contrasts sharply with only 32 FHA and 7 VA loan originations, highlighting a market with significant buyer investment and less reliance on government-backed programs. The average home size is a comfortable 1,475 square feet, offering space in a premium setting.
For renters, the market is limited but premium, with a median gross rent of $2,160 per month, consistent with the area's luxury tier. Renter-occupied housing makes up 20.8% of the neighborhood's units. The combination of mountain-adjacent tranquility, high property values, and a predominantly owner-occupied community defines the exclusive character of North Altadena Foothills.
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North Altadena Foothills Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $1.0M |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo |
| Median Household Income | $129K |
| Homeownership Rate | 79.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.8% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 1.1% |
| Market Type | Seller's |
| Market Tier | Luxury |
| Primary ZIP Code | 91001 |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | |
| Total Mortgage Originations | 648 |
| VA Loan Originations | 7 |
| VA Loan Share | 1.1% |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $951K |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 609 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 32 |
Top Real Estate Agents in North Altadena Foothills, Altadena
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: California Department of Real Estate (DRE) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-06-01