Remodeled mid-century condominium in the heart of South Pasadena. This desirable first-floor unit offers a bright, open floor plan designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. The spacious living room features sliding glass doors that open to a private patio, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The dining area connects beautifully to a remodeled kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances and a convenient breakfast bar. Two generously sized bedrooms include a primary en-suite, and both offer ample closet space and updated bathrooms with modern finishes. The well-maintained complex boasts a picturesque courtyard, inviting patio area, and a sparkling pool with BBQ--perfect for relaxing or gathering with friends. Additional highlights include two side-by-side parking spaces in a gated garage. Ideally, located near South Pasadena's award-winning Blue Ribbon Schools, the Goldline Station, local shops, restaurants, and more. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community. Easy to show. Please contact listing agent.
Sold for $830,000
Listed by: COMPASS • Michele Downing • Contact: 626-523-6939
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$830,000
1520 Spruce St APT 5, South Pasadena, CA 91030
2beds
1,162sqft
Condominium
Built in 1962
-- sqft lot
$831,400 Zestimate®
$714/sqft
$3,136 Estimated rent
Home value
$831,400
$757,000 - $915,000
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Private patioPicturesque courtyardSparkling pool with bbqPrimary en-suiteBright open floor planDining areaStainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Michele Downing DRE #01046965 (626)523-6939,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Winnie Chiu, DRE #01939547
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-26563
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Center Hall, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Multiple Shower Heads, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,End Unit,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,162 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned, Controlled Entrance, Electric Gate, Community Structure, Side By Side
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Community, Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Security,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Park: Garfield Park
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Walkstreet
Details
- Parcel number: 5319007040
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Overhead Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Dog Park, Golf, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Call for Rules, Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Trash, Water
- Services included: Earthquake Insurance
- HOA fee: $502 monthly
- HOA name: Fair Oaks Spruce Condominiums
- HOA phone: 323-373-3184
Location
- Region: South Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $714/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $737,134
- Annual tax amount: $8,903
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Stove/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Pending sale | $775,000-6.6%$667/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-26563 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Sold | $830,000+7.1%$714/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-26563 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2026 | Contingent | $775,000$667/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-26563 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+13.8%$667/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-26563 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2020 | Sold | $681,000+6.7%$586/sqft |
Source:  Pasadena Foothills MLS #820002294 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2020 | Pending sale | $638,000$549/sqft |
Source: Markey & Associates #820002294 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2020 | Listed for sale | $638,000+63.6%$549/sqft |
Source: Markey & Associates #820002294 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2020 | Listing removed | $2,975$3/sqft |
Source: Markey & Associates #820001663 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,975$3/sqft |
Source: Markey & Associates #820001663 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2009 | Sold | $390,000+7.4%$336/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2009 | Listed for sale | $363,000$312/sqft |
Source: NRT California #22125536 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,903 -2.6% | $737,134 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,141 +2.2% | $722,681 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,942 +2.4% | $708,511 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,731 +0.9% | $694,620 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,652 +4% | $681,000 +47.9% |
| 2020 | $8,323 +39% | $460,304 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,986 +4.3% | $451,280 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,740 | $442,432 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,740 +1.4% | $433,758 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,658 +6.3% | $425,254 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,325 +3% | $418,867 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,171 | $410,663 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $400,793 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $392,935 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $390,000 +846.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $41,185 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $40,378 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $39,587 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $38,812 |
| 2005 | -- | $38,812 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $37,307 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $36,624 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $35,907 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $34,514 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 91030
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Arroyo Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10South Pasadena Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 10/10South Pasadena Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Arroyo Vista
- Middle: South Pasadena
- High: South Pasadena
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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