Resting on a leafy corner on one of Pasadena's most historic and coveted streets is this exquisite Folk Victorian, English Arts and Crafts residence originally built in 1893 by one of Pasadena's earliest Architect's, T.W. Parkes. Through the front gate and along the brick path to the front entrance, one feels as if they've entered a private park, with flower gardens, fruit trees, and an expansive lawn. The airy front porch leads into the formal foyer. This lower floor features a large living room with fireplace, multiple windows allowing the room to fill with light from the afternoon sun, and French doors leading to a second front porch. The formal dining boasts an exposed wood and beam ceiling with French doors to the rear patio. Over the years the home has received many upgrades and additions, including the adjacent renovated kitchen with Viking appliances, customs cabinets, and a breakfast bar that adjoins the generous family room with gaming area, fireplace, and additional access to the rear grounds. In addition, there is also a large laundry/crafts room and a bathroom. On the second floor is the spacious primary bedroom suite with walk-in closet and two additional bedrooms and a bath. The stairs to the third floor lead to a bonus space perfect for an art studio, home office, or an additional bedroom. The rear grounds include a generous patio area, multiple gardens, sitting areas, and a potting shed. To the rear of the property is a large two car garage with a second-floor guest house. The guest house includes a large front balcony that leads into the living quarters that feature a studio/bedroom, kitchenette, and bath. This gated estate is truly a Pasadena treasure. Convenient to Old Pasadena shopping and restaurants, the Norton Simon Museum, schools, Rose Bowl activities, and of course the annual Rose Parade.
Sold for $3,452,000
Listed by: COMPASS • Kevin Bourland • Contact: 213-407-4754
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
Tax assessed value
$3,452,000
242 S Grand Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
4beds
3,430sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
0.41 Acres Lot
$4,245,200 Zestimate®
$1,006/sqft
$6,717 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,245,200
$3.65M - $5.01M
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Listed by:
Kevin Bourland DRE #01486389 213-407-4754,
COMPASS,
Ethan Bourland DRE #02056301 213-298-6031,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Clemens Mandell, DRE #01412604
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-17993
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: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Attic, Bonus Room, Basement, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Utility Room, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Attic, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Raised Hearth
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,430 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Gated
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Brick
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5714004022
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt,Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,006/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,452,000
- Annual tax amount: $39,558
- Date on market: 6/9/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 24 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Exclusions: Primary bedroom drapes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/2024 | Sold | $3,452,000+6.2%$1,006/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-17993 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2024 | Pending sale | $3,249,000$947/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-17993 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2024 | Contingent | $3,249,000$947/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-17993 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,249,000+564.4%$947/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-17993 Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/1996 | Sold | $489,000$143/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,558 +398.2% | $3,452,000 +418.4% |
| 2024 | $7,940 +0.9% | $665,854 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,870 +3.5% | $652,799 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,601 +4.4% | $640,000 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,282 +4% | $627,452 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,999 | $621,019 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,999 -1.4% | $608,843 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,100 | $596,905 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,100 +1.2% | $585,202 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,015 +2.5% | $573,728 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,844 +3.1% | $565,111 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,637 | $554,042 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $540,726 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $530,125 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $526,164 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $527,415 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $517,075 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $506,937 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $496,998 |
| 2005 | -- | $496,998 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $477,700 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $468,946 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $459,752 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $441,901 |
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Neighborhood: South Arroyo
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