Three visionary architects, Reginald Johnson, Gordon Kaufmann, and Roland Coate, joined forces in 1922 to create the new California Style of architecture. This collaboration was a significant moment in the history of Southern California's architectural landscape, marking a departure from the prevalent architectural trends of the time. In 1924, they designed this one-story Early California Rancho beautifully sited on a 26,000+ square foot lot set back from the street and shielded by mature trees and hedges. Located in the CalTech/ Huntington Library area of Pasadena. The City of Pasadena has determined that the Thomas House is eligible to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Designed in a U shape around a generous patio, the floor plan has a sense of unity and simplicity, offering ease and flow to the public and private areas of the home. The house has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, a formal entry with a barrel vaulted ceiling, a dining room with fireplace, a living room with a fireplace and vaulted ceiling, and a large tile floor galleria. Graced by solid wood carved doors, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and parklike views from nearly every vantage point. Experience outdoor hospitality with a sparkling pool, patios, and charming landscaped gardens featuring meandering decomposed granite paths. Adorned with fruit and olive trees, vibrant roses, and fragrant, drought-tolerant plants. The perfect retreat under a grand oak tree is a charming studio guest house with a 3/4 bath and a welcoming front veranda. Cherished by its current owner for over four decades, this beloved property is ready for someone new to care for and preserve it. Take advantage of this opportunity to own a piece of history and make it your own.
Sold for $3,910,000
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Robin Stever • Contact: 626-695-2846
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$3,910,000
1506 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106
5beds
3,881sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.62 Acres Lot
$3,866,200 Zestimate®
$1,007/sqft
$7,821 Estimated rent
Home value
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$3.48M - $4.29M
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Sparkling poolFruit and olive treesMature trees and hedgesGrand oak treeFragrant drought-tolerant plantsParklike viewsGenerous patio
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Listed by:
Robin Stever DRE #00916653 626-695-2846,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Laurie Turner, DRE #01919000
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-19707
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bedroom, Basement, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Office, Other, Sunroom, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry, Laminate Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Jack and Jill Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,881 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, On Site
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: YES
- Patio & porch: Brick, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pebble, Private
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Masonry,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level, Sprinkler System, Street Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached
- Parcel number: 5327010013
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Plaster
- Foundation: Quake Bracing
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Termite Clearance
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
- Sewer: Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,007/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $928,440
- Annual tax amount: $11,402
- Date on market: 10/23/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 103 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Exclusions: All staging furniture, accessories and artwork.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2025 | Sold | $3,910,000+9.4%$1,007/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-19707 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2025 | Pending sale | $3,575,000$921/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-19707 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,575,000$921/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-19707 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,402 +6.2% | $928,440 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,739 +0.9% | $910,236 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,646 +3.6% | $892,389 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,278 +4.4% | $874,893 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,845 +4.1% | $857,739 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,458 | $848,945 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,458 -1.7% | $832,300 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $9,622 | $813,182 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,622 +1.7% | $797,238 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,460 +2.4% | $781,607 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,239 +3.1% | $769,868 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,957 | $754,788 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $736,646 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $722,203 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $716,807 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $718,511 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $704,423 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $690,612 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $677,072 |
| 2005 | -- | $677,072 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $650,783 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $638,857 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $626,332 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $602,013 |
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Neighborhood: South East
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