Charming Ranch style home located in the desirable Marengo neighborhood. Picturesque winding brick pathway leads to the intimate covered front porch ideal for enjoying your morning coffee or tea. As you step into the entry, you are greeted by a vast living room adorned with a large bay window and cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The expansive open concept family room, dining area, and updated kitchen, offer the perfect space for entertaining and daily living. The interior features hardwood floors that add a touch of elegance, while the dual pane windows allow natural light to fill the home. The kitchen boasts a convenient island with a sink, built-in appliances, abundance of cabinetry and beverage refrigerator, making it a chef's delight. This home offers four spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a convenient laundry room, providing both comfort and functionality. Dual sliding glass doors provide easy access to the backyard, where you can enjoy the lush greenery, romantic patio and gated access to the beautifully landscaped front wrap-around yard. Located close to parks, South Pasadena's Blue Ribbon Schools, restaurants, and shopping, this home offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Experience the best of South Pasadena living in this beautiful home.
Sold for $2,760,000
Listed by: COMPASS • Michele Downing • Contact: 626-523-6939
Bought with: Re/Max Elite Realty
$2,760,000
1961 Oak St, South Pasadena, CA 91030
4beds
2,463sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
10,012 Square Feet Lot
$2,979,400 Zestimate®
$1,121/sqft
$7,628 Estimated rent
Home value
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Natural lightCharming ranch style homeLush greeneryLarge bay windowDining areaLocated close to parksUpdated kitchen
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Listed by:
Michele Downing DRE #01046965 626-523-6939,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Julia Zhao, DRE #01411270
Re/Max Elite Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-16082
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Center Hall, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Pantry, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen, Utility Sink
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Tray Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Unfurnished, Dressing Area, Jack and Jill Bath, Multiple Primary Suites, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,463 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, One Space, Side By Side, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Brick,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Park: Eddie Park, Garfield Park
Lot
- Size: 10,012 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 5321006001
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional,Patio Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: See Remarks
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: South Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,121/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,815,200
- Annual tax amount: $32,141
- Date on market: 1/2/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Stove, Refrigerator, Beverage Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/26/2024 | Sold | $2,760,000+15.7%$1,121/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-16082 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2024 | Pending sale | $2,385,000$968/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-16082 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2024 | Contingent | $2,385,000$968/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-16082 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,385,000+48.6%$968/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-16082 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2011 | Sold | $1,605,000+15.1%$652/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+7.3%$566/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - San Marino #22155977 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2007 | Sold | $1,300,000$528/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32,141 -2.7% | $2,815,200 +2.2% |
| 2024 | $33,049 +43.7% | $2,754,000 +42.1% |
| 2023 | $22,993 +2.4% | $1,937,678 +2% |
| 2022 | $22,455 +1.8% | $1,899,685 +2% |
| 2021 | $22,065 +1.4% | $1,862,437 +1% |
| 2020 | $21,758 | $1,843,341 +2% |
| 2019 | $21,758 +4% | $1,807,198 +2% |
| 2018 | $20,914 | $1,771,764 +2% |
| 2017 | $20,914 +1.4% | $1,737,025 +2% |
| 2016 | $20,634 +6.8% | $1,702,967 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $19,326 +3.3% | $1,677,388 +2% |
| 2014 | $18,717 | $1,644,531 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,605,000 +36.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,179,553 +0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,177,722 0% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,178,300 -9.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,300,000 +48.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $877,769 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $860,559 |
| 2005 | -- | $860,559 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $827,144 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $811,985 +16% |
| 2002 | -- | $700,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $700,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 91030
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Marengo Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10South Pasadena Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10South Pasadena Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Marengo
- 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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