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Tree-lined streets in South Pasadena, California
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South Pasadena

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…a taste of the Midwest in Southern California


Established in 1888, South Pasadena has a small-town, anywhere-in-America atmosphere, with numerous trees (only a few palms!) canopying the streets. If you ask the younger residents, they might complain that the neighborhood is sleepy, but really, it’s just a friendly, quaint little town that has kept its small-town feel intact.

Though the old ostrich farm and single-screen theater that were once here have since closed up shop, you’ll still find bits of history throughout the town, like older “mom & pop” merchants that populate the business district and the Mission West area which is part of the original Route 66.

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Small town atmosphere

Main drag:

Fair Oaks Avenue

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