Nestled in the prestigious San Rafael Hills of West Pasadena, this classic Mid-Century home offers a prime location surrounded by lush greenery and manicured estates. Boasting easy access to Downtown Los Angeles and nearby neighborhoods, this charming single-level walk-up residence features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, perfect for effortless entertaining. Set above the street with a garage at ground level, the home offers surprising views of the San Gabriel Mountains from the front deck, overlooking the treetops. Inside, the bright and airy living space includes two bedrooms that share a hallway bathroom, while a convenient half-bath is located just beyond the kitchen and laundry room. The terraced backyard includes a covered patio and a flat area ideal for a grassy play space. New to the market after 47 years, recent upgrades include newer dual-pane doors and windows, fresh interior paint, and refinished hardwood floors. This is a rare opportunity to own a home in one of Pasadena's most desirable areas.
Sold for $1,310,255
Listed by: Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. • Peter Martocchio • Contact: 626-529-6880
Bought with: Real Estate Mortgage Exchange
$1,310,255
255 Malcolm Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105
2beds
1,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
6,297 Square Feet Lot
$1,527,300 Zestimate®
$1,053/sqft
$5,514 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,527,300
$1.37M - $1.68M
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Manicured estatesFresh interior paintSingle-level walk-up residenceCovered patioLush greeneryRefinished hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Peter Martocchio DRE #01311046 626-529-6880,
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.,
David Goldberg DRE #01457415 626-644-6011,
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Oscar Crespo, DRE #01205193
Real Estate Mortgage Exchange
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-21659
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
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Bathroom
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room Deck Attached, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,244 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Living Room at top of exterior stairs.
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 6,297 Square Feet
- Features: Sprinklers None
Details
- Parcel number: 5709024013
- Zoning: PSR6
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Foothills, Urban
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,053/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $200,287
- Annual tax amount: $2,710
- Date on market: 4/8/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Fridge, stove, washer and dryer.
- Exclusions: All staging is excluded.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2025 | Sold | $1,310,255+31.3%$1,053/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-21659 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Pending sale | $998,000$802/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-21659 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Contingent | $998,000$802/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-21659 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $998,000$802/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-21659 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,710 +8.5% | $200,287 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,497 +1% | $196,361 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,472 +3.4% | $192,512 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,390 +4.3% | $188,738 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,292 +3.7% | $185,038 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,209 | $183,141 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,209 -0.7% | $179,551 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,225 | $176,031 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,225 +1.7% | $172,580 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,188 +2.7% | $169,197 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,130 +2.9% | $166,656 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,071 | $163,393 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $159,467 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $156,341 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $155,174 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $155,543 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $152,494 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $149,504 +7.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $139,446 |
| 2005 | -- | $139,446 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $134,033 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $131,577 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $128,998 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $123,990 |
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Neighborhood: South Arroyo
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10McKinley SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 4/10Blair High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: McKinley
- High: Blair
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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