The Oaks of Pasadena – Filming Location
A charming senior living community in quiet East Pasadena, offering lush outdoor spaces, classic architecture, and beautifully maintained interiors ideal for film, TV, commercial, and photography productions.
Property Overview
The Oaks of Pasadena is a warm, elegant senior community first opened in 1981 and set on expansive, landscaped grounds. The campus features mature trees, gardens, a paved walking path, fountain and pond, and a heated outdoor pool — all providing a timeless, peaceful backdrop perfect for a wide range of productions.
Our interiors include independent‑living apartments, a multi-purpose library/activity room, large "Old Pasadena" style dining room with wooden arches, and classic residential hallways. The look is a blend of California traditional with contemporary touches.
Ideal For
- Film & TV scenes set in senior living, residential, medical‑adjacent, or community environments
- Commercials and branded content
- Student films
- Lifestyle, portrait, and editorial photography
- Interviews and documentary shoots
Key Features
- Lushly landscaped grounds
- Gardens and paved walking paths
- Heated outdoor swimming pool
- Classic architecture with warm, neutral interiors
- Furnished guest apartment available for filming
- Dining room, lounges, patios, and community spaces
- Quiet East Pasadena neighborhood with easy parking
- On‑site staff available for coordination
Production Notes
We welcome professional crews. The property is large and flexible, with multiple filming zones that can be reserved individually or together. We work closely with productions to ensure minimal disruption to our residents and a smooth, respectful experience for all.
Location
Located in a peaceful residential area of East Pasadena, minutes from the 210 freeway and close to Pasadena landmarks, parks, and dining.