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Sold for $919,000
  • $919,000

    1531 Mentone Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103

    3beds
    1,300sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1917
    9,413 Square Feet Lot
    $916,900 Zestimate®
    $707/sqft
    $5,202 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $916,900

    $825,000 - $1.02M

    $5,202/mo

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    What's special

    Numerous fruit treesInviting front porchBright kitchenTree lined streetBeautifully remodeled bathroomCozy breakfast nookWhole house fan
    Quintessential California Bungalow circa 1917 exuding pride of ownership in the heart of Pasadena. Set back on a tree lined street with an expansive 9,410 SQFT flat lot Zoned RM-12, this property is brimming with opportunity. Whether you're looking to add an ADU for rental income, renovate the main home and design a resort-style backyard with pool & patio, build a duplex, or create your custom dream home (buyer to verify all), this lot offers the flexibility to bring your vision to life. An inviting front porch greets you upon entry and leads you into this charming residence featuring gleaming wood flooring, wood framed windows, central air & heat, a whole house fan, tankless water heater, and an open living room and dining area. The bright kitchen offers a cozy breakfast nook, solid surface counter tops, updated cabinets with pull-outs, pantry cabinet, plus there's a convenient indoor laundry room. Bedrooms are ample sized and the 3rd bedroom can be a den or a guest suite with its own entry and a beautifully remodeled bathroom. The sprawling lot is fully gated, has numerous fruit trees, and an oversized 2 car detached garage. Centrally located and moments from Old Town Pasadena, The Rose Bowl, Brookside Golf Club, Caltech, Pasadena City College, The Huntington Library, vibrant shopping and dining, scenic parks, hiking trails, and major freeways. A rare offering with both character and potential in one of Pasadena's most sought after neighborhoods.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    David Rothblum DRE # 01332525 323-487-1155,

    RE/MAX One 818-366-3300

    Bought with:

    Danielle Garrison, DRE # 01986725

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Town Center

    Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25529623MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Living Room
    Bathroom
    • Features: Remodeled
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room, Inside
    Features
    • Dining Area, Breakfast Area
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,300
    • Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway, Driveway Gate, Garage - 2 Car, RV Possible, Garage Is Detached
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Interior Steps
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered Porch
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Block,Fenced
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    Lot
    • Size: 9,413 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 63 x 150
    • Features: Back Yard, Curbs, Front Yard, Lawn, Sidewalks, Lot-Level/Flat
    Details
    • Additional structures: None
    • Parcel number: 5728008059
    • Zoning: PSR1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: California Bungalow
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1917

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Pasadena

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $707/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $59,329
    • Annual tax amount: $1,211
    • Date on market: 4/24/2025
    • Exclusions: Dining room light fixture and stove in kitchen

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/22/2025Sold$919,000+2.2%$707/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25529623 Report a problem
    5/21/2025Contingent$899,000$692/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25529623 Report a problem
    4/24/2025Listed for sale$899,000$692/sqft
    Source: CLAW #25529623 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,211 +13.3%$59,329 +2%
    2024$1,069 +1.2%$58,167 +2%
    2023$1,056 +2.9%$57,028 +2%
    2022$1,026 +4.1%$55,911 +2%
    2021$985 +2.6%$54,816 +1%
    2020$960 $54,255 +2%
    2019$960 +7.2%$53,193 +2%
    2018$896 $52,151 +31.5%
    2017$896 +20.6%$39,659 +2%
    2016$743 +4.6%$38,883 +1.5%
    2015$710 +1.2%$38,300 +2%
    2014$701 $37,551 +2.5%
    2012-- $36,650 +2%
    2011-- $35,932 +0.7%
    2010-- $35,665 -0.2%
    2009-- $35,751 +2%
    2008-- $35,051 +2%
    2007-- $34,364 +2%
    2006-- $33,691
    2005-- $33,691 +4%
    2004-- $32,384 +1.9%
    2003-- $31,791 +2%
    2002-- $31,168 +4%
    2000-- $29,959
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    Neighborhood: North Central

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