Back on Market through no fault of the Seller.
Rare opportunity in a prime Pasadena location for investors, developers, and buyers looking to create value.
This property offers a true blank canvas in a highly desirable area near The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, and some of Pasadena's most established neighborhoods. Surrounded by character homes and long-term ownership, this property presents exceptional potential for renovation, restoration, or redevelopment.
Located just one block from the world-famous Rose Parade route, the property offers convenient access to dining, shopping, entertainment, and local amenities. Scenic mountain views and a distinctive fireplace add to its unique character and appeal.
Opportunities in locations like this are becoming increasingly rare. Ideal for buyers seeking long-term upside and the chance to transform a property in one of Pasadena's most desirable neighborhoods.
Buyer to independently verify all information, permits, and potential uses, including expansion, redevelopment, and ADU possibilities, with the City of Pasadena and applicable agencies. Property sold AS-IS.
For sale
Listed by: JCRMG Inc. • Joe Cerros • Contact: 949-331-3409
$1,000,000
257 Bella Vista Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
2beds
1,008sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,254 Square Feet Lot
$1,006,700 Zestimate®
$992/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 92 days |
- 290 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joe Cerros DRE #01356767 949-331-3409,
JCRMG Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26104925
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside, In Garage
Features
- Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Door-Single, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front Door
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 6,254 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 5750033026
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $992/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $614,741
- Annual tax amount: $7,433
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 93 days
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
$1,006,700
$956,000 - $1.06M
$3,330/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$992/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PW26104925 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2026 | Contingent | $1,000,000$992/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW26104925 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$992/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW26104925 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,433 +556.6% | $614,741 +864.1% |
| 2024 | $1,132 +1.1% | $63,763 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,120 +2.9% | $62,514 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,088 +3.9% | $61,290 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,047 +2.9% | $60,089 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,018 | $59,474 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,018 +4.1% | $58,309 +2% |
| 2018 | $978 | $57,167 +2% |
| 2017 | $978 +2.5% | $56,047 +2% |
| 2016 | $954 +3.4% | $54,949 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $923 +1.8% | $54,125 +2% |
| 2014 | $907 | $53,066 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $51,792 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $50,777 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $50,399 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $50,519 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $49,530 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $48,559 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $47,608 |
| 2005 | -- | $47,608 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $45,760 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $44,922 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $44,042 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $42,334 |
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Neighborhood: East Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hamilton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Learning Works SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Pasadena High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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