413 S San Marino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107

Lovingly cared for and updated by the same family for the last 55 years, this quintessential Cape Cod is picture perfect. Located in the ever-popular and convenient Caltech Area, the property is sited on a very generous 1/4 acre lot. Visitors enjoy a gracious approach through the sunny front garden designed by Canterbury Landscaping with mature plantings and an impressive magnolia tree. A stately brick facade, crisp double-paned white windows, and a lacquered red front door hint at something truly special on the other side of the warm wood threshold. The center hall plan is sensible with a spacious living room to the left with a beautiful bay window to enjoy vistas of the front garden and a fireplace with traditional mantle and brick surround. The dining room is the center of the house with a custom built-in with in-cabinet lighting and direct access to the remodeled kitchen. The kitchen features solid wood cabinetry, dark granite counters, a decorative tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a side door that goes out to the driveway - perfect for unloading groceries! Adjacent to the kitchen is the breakfast room and family room which also feature a bay window, this time looking out to the shady back patio and yard beyond. French doors open to the romantic walled patio ideal for dining al fresco or enjoying an evening glass of wine. The main floor is complete with a sunny bedroom suite. The second floor features three bedrooms and two bathrooms including the spacious primary suite. The primary suite has a large walk-in closet, fireplace, and remodeled bath with double vanity and extra-large shower. The remaining two bedrooms share a hall bath and there is a built-in desk space between the bedrooms ready to be a home office or dedicated homework area. While the house itself is very special, the grounds are what make this property spectacular. The backyard is unmatched with the walled patio, large 2-car garage with additional storage room behind, smartly designed driveway with the ability to turn around, and an incredible yard space under a majestic century old oak tree that is just magical. Homes are often advertised as a 'once in a lifetime opportunity' however, this home, with only two owners since it was constructed, is truly that.