Striking 1931 Adams Hill Retreat - Perched in the highly coveted Adams Hill neighborhood - 1240 Marion Drive is a striking hillside residence offering classic 1930s architecture, sweeping views & thoughtful modern upgrades. With 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, & approximately 1,236 sq ft of living space on an expansive 7,335 sq ft multi-level lot, this home blends charm, privacy & style in one of Glendale’s most desirable enclaves. From the street, a detached double-car garage anchors the property, while the lot ascends toward a serene upper entrance—creating a gated compound feel. Terraced pathways & lush landscaping guide you through the property’s various levels, offering multiple outdoor moments and scenic vantage points.
Inside, the light-filled living room draws your eye to custom architectural details and a hand-crafted iron railing which enhances the home’s character and flow. Nestled above is a stylish family room leading to a dramatic stone-walled patio with a waterfall fountain. The rustic kitchen, freshly updated with quartz countertops, includes a side entry and direct connection to a cheerful dining/breakfast room.The grand en-suite primary bedroom features vaulted ceilings, a wall of mirrored wardrobes, & a leaded glass window to bring in soft natural light. The cozy second bedroom opens its private Dutch door to the patio, creating a peaceful indoor–outdoor retreat. Additional highlights include: Hardwood floors throughout, Central air & heat, Dual electric panels, & a Hobbit-worthy basement with workbench & shelving. Character, views, & an exceptional hillside lot come together in this timeless Adams Hill home offering a rare sense of unique space and charm.
Sold for $1,100,000
Listed by: Engel & Volkers La Canada • Shirley Owens • Contact: 818-259-1189
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,100,000
1240 Marion Dr, Glendale, CA 91205
2beds
1,236sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
7,544 Square Feet Lot
$1,106,100 Zestimate®
$890/sqft
$4,780 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,106,100
$1.01M - $1.22M
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Listed by:
Shirley Owens DRE #00645937 8182591189,
Engel & Volkers La Canada
Bought with:
Jamie Bridgers, DRE #02097470
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PF25265258
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Basement, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Workshop, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Stacked
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite, Workshop
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
- Windows: Stained Glass
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,236 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Masonry,Stone,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 7,544 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Secluded, Sprinklers Manual, Sprinkler System, Sloped Up
Details
- Parcel number: 5678014008
- Zoning: GLR1
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Drywall, Plaster, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Flat,Spanish Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Foothills, Gutter(s), Hiking, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Glendale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $890/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $456,280
- Annual tax amount: $5,074
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/24/2026 | Sold | $1,100,000+8.7%$890/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Pending sale | $1,012,000$819/sqft |
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| 1/31/2026 | Contingent | $1,012,000$819/sqft |
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| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,012,000$819/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,074 +2.2% | $456,280 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,965 +2.3% | $447,334 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,852 +1.8% | $438,564 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,764 +1.8% | $429,966 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,679 +1.5% | $421,536 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,611 | $417,215 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,611 +4.4% | $409,036 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,416 | $401,016 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,416 +1.6% | $393,154 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,345 +3.3% | $385,446 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,206 +2.9% | $379,657 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,089 | $372,221 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $363,275 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $356,153 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $353,492 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $354,333 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $347,386 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $340,575 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $333,898 |
| 2005 | -- | $333,898 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $320,935 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $315,054 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $308,877 +33.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $231,117 |
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Neighborhood: Adams Hill
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John Muir Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Theodore Roosevelt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Glendale High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Edison
- High: Glendale
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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