A Rare Opportunity on One of Altadena’s Most Coveted Streets.
Welcome to 1233 Sonoma Drive, a true gem nestled on one of the few remaining historic blocks in Altadena—where every home was miraculously spared by the fires. Situated on an expansive, nearly 10,000 sq ft lot, this property offers endless potential for a new family or an investor. The home boasts solid bones and is primed for its next chapter. With a bit of vision and TLC, it can be beautifully restored—or start fresh and build the custom home of your dreams. The spacious flat lot easily accommodates an ADU, pool, basketball court, or many other possibilities. Surrounded by magnificent character homes, opportunities like this are increasingly rare in such a timeless, sought-after neighborhood. Property is sold as-is. Don’t miss your chance to create something truly special in this classic Altadena enclave.
Sold for $1,050,000
Listed by: FM Realtors • David Montoya • Contact: 323-697-5326
Bought with: JohnHart Real Estate
$1,050,000
1233 Sonoma Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
3beds
1,049sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
9,460 Square Feet Lot
$1,042,000 Zestimate®
$1,001/sqft
$3,928 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,042,000
$938,000 - $1.16M
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Spacious flat lotSolid bones
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Listed by:
David Montoya DRE #02115691 626-277-7135,
FM Realtors,
Mina Melika DRE #02102166,
Mina Melika - Broker
Bought with:
Haik Bokhchalian, DRE #01325511
JohnHart Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25114927
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,049 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: /
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 9,460 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 5847012011
- Zoning: LCR175
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Suburban
Location
- Region: Altadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,001/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $210,619
- Annual tax amount: $3,007
- Date on market: 5/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $1,050,000+16.8%$1,001/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25114927 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2025 | Pending sale | $899,000$857/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25114927 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,000+19.4%$857/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25114927 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Sold | $753,000$718/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,007 +7.7% | $210,619 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,793 +1.1% | $206,490 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,763 +3.4% | $202,442 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,671 +6.2% | $198,473 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,515 +3.6% | $194,582 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,427 | $192,588 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,427 -0.4% | $188,812 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,438 | $185,111 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,438 +1.1% | $181,482 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,411 +2.5% | $177,925 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,352 +2.7% | $175,253 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,291 | $171,821 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $167,693 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $164,406 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $163,178 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $163,567 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $160,361 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $157,217 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $154,135 |
| 2005 | -- | $154,135 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $148,152 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $145,438 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $142,587 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $137,052 |
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Neighborhood: 91001
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- 5/10Altadena Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Eliot Arts MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Pasadena High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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