Written & reviewed by Stephen A. Sobin, President of Select Commercial Funding LLC
Pasadena, California
Pasadena Apartment Loans in 2026
Select Commercial specializes in Pasadena apartment loan solutions for local investors, plus apartment building financing for larger properties and portfolios, with rates as low as 6.16% and up to 80% LTV. For properties elsewhere in the state, see our California apartment loans; for loans over $6 million, see Pasadena multifamily loans. See current rates on every loan type we offer.
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Pasadena apartment, multifamily and commercial properties each have dedicated financing. Pick the page that matches your property:
Financing more of the state? See California apartment loans.
Financing in another state? Explore our apartment loans, multifamily loans and commercial mortgages nationwide.
Pasadena Apartment Loan Rates (Under $6 Million)
| Loan Type | Rate* | Max LTV |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment 5 Year Fixed | 6.16% | Up to 80% |
| Apartment 7 Year Fixed | 6.14% | Up to 80% |
| Apartment 10 Year Fixed | 6.16% | Up to 80% |
- Rates as low as 6.16% on Pasadena apartment loans
- Up to 80% LTV on apartment financing
- Terms and amortizations up to 30 years
- Purchase and refinance, including cash-out
- No upfront application or processing fees
- 48-hour written pre-approvals, no cost or obligation
Rates last updated August 8, 2026. Rates and maximum LTV shown represent our best-case pricing scenarios. Actual rates, LTV, and loan terms are subject to underwriting approval and may vary.
Compare Pasadena Apartment Loan Programs
As a broker, we compare every program to find your best-fit Pasadena apartment financing. Typical starting points for properties under $6 million:
| Program | Typical rate* | Max leverage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fannie Mae Small Loan | 6.16%-6.95% | Up to 80% | Non-recourse, fixed to 30 yrs |
| Freddie Mac SBL | 6.15% | Up to 80% | $1M to $7.5M small balance |
| FHA / HUD | 6.12% | Up to 85% | Highest leverage, longest term |
| Bank / portfolio | 6.25%-6.50% | Up to 75% | Flexible, value-add |
| Bridge | 9.00% | Up to 80% LTC | Reposition, lease-up |
Most apartment lenders look for a debt-service-coverage ratio (DSCR) of at least 1.25x. For properties over $6 million, see our Pasadena multifamily loans.
2026 Pasadena Apartment Loan Market: Resilient Rental Demand and a Limited Supply Pipeline
Pasadena sits within the greater Los Angeles market, where rental demand remains steadfast despite broader headwinds. Limited deliveries and longstanding barriers to homeownership keep the metro in a low-vacancy state.
Employment
Aided by healthcare hiring, the Los Angeles metro registers a second straight year of modest job creation, adding 6,000 positions in 2026.
Construction and supply
For the fifth consecutive year, local apartment inventory expands by less than 1 percent, with roughly 6,200 units slated for delivery, the lowest total since 2015.
Vacancy
Supply and demand remain aligned, with vacancy dipping slightly to 4.3 percent, on par with the market's long-term average.
Rent trend
Four-year-low vacancy supports moderate rent growth, with the average effective rate ending the year at $2,950 per month, up 1.7 percent.
2026 Pasadena forecast at a glance:
- The metro adds 6,000 jobs, a second straight year of modest gains.
- About 6,200 units deliver, the lowest total since 2015.
- Vacancy dips to 4.3 percent, on par with the long-term average.
- Average effective rent reaches $2,950 per month, up 1.7 percent.
Pasadena Multifamily Loans (Over $6 Million)
For larger Pasadena apartment properties, we arrange multifamily loans over $6 million through Fannie Mae DUS, Freddie Mac, FHA/HUD and CMBS. These institutional programs offer non-recourse financing, up to 80% LTV and fixed terms up to 30 years, with even longer fully amortizing options through HUD.
See our Pasadena multifamily loans page for over-$6 million financing, or explore Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac agency programs.
Recent Apartment Loan Closings
A sample of apartment and multifamily loans we have arranged for investors nationwide.
Pasadena Apartment Loan Types We Serve
Whether you are purchasing or refinancing a Pasadena apartment building, we arrange financing for:
- Large urban high-rise apartment buildings
- Suburban garden apartment complexes
- Small apartment buildings with 5+ units
- Underlying cooperative apartment loans
- Portfolios of small apartment and single-family rental properties
- Other multifamily and mixed-use properties
We consider apartment loan requests of all sizes, beginning at $1,500,000.
Other Property & Loan Types We Finance in Pasadena
As a full-service commercial mortgage broker, we arrange Pasadena financing across every major property and loan type:
We consider commercial loan requests of all sizes, beginning at $1,500,000.
Pasadena Neighborhoods We Serve
Select Commercial provides apartment loans throughout Pasadena, California and the surrounding area, including:
- Old Pasadena
- Bungalow Heaven
- Playhouse District
- South Lake
- Madison Heights
- Hastings Ranch
- San Rafael
- Linda Vista
- Daisy-Villa
- Garfield Heights
- Orange Heights
- Normandie Heights
- Chapman Woods
- Brigden Ranch
- Upper Hastings Ranch
- Civic Center District
For other cities in the state, see California apartment loans.
Nearby Apartment Loan Markets
We finance apartment buildings nationwide. Explore related markets:
Los Angeles · San Jose · Sacramento · Lancaster · Stockton · Long Beach · Oakland · Riverside · San Bernardino · San Diego · San Francisco · Concord · Fresno · All California · Other U.S. cities
What Our Clients Say
“I am a veterinarian who purchased an existing practice. I was surprised to find a company that offered 100% financing at a good rate, with great terms and rates for medical office financing.”
Carol K. · Chicago, IL“I spoke to several commercial lenders before finding Select Commercial. They got me a lower rate and their service was exceptional. If you need a multifamily loan, you need to talk to Stephen.”
Nathan B. · Philadelphia, PA“Select Commercial was very helpful with my multifamily mortgage. Stephen went over several options and we came up with the best lender to meet my needs. I got the funds and also lowered my payments.”
Gary M. · Portland, OR“Select Commercial offered 100% financing for my medical practice when my bank would have required 20% down. They delivered something my bank could not, and handled everything professionally.”
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