Unbeatable Location in Pasadena! Nestled perfectly between the coveted Madison Heights and the vibrant Playhouse District, and near PCC and Caltech, this light-filled, single-level condo offers 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, and sweeping treetop and mountain views. Step into an expansive living area framed by a wall of windows that floods the home with natural light. Upgrades include fresh paint and brand-new, tasteful carpeting throughout the living space and bedroom. The light and bright dining area flows effortlessly into a galley kitchen equipped with all-electric appliances, featuring a new cooktop and refrigerator, plus a generous pantry. Storage is a breeze thanks to an oversized entryway closet and a separate linen closet. Relax on your private deck, stay cool year-round with central A/C, or take advantage of the building's sparkling pool, spa, and sun deck with lounge chairs and shaded dining tables. Additional complex amenities include an elegant lobby, secure elevator access, reserved and guest parking, bike storage, and a community laundry facility with private detergent lockers. Leave your car behind and immerse yourself in Pasadena's best dining and nightlife. You're just moments from Colorado Blvd and South Lake Ave, home to local favorites like Granville, HiHo Cheeseburger, Urth Cafe, Star Leaf, and Erewhon to name a few. Welcome home!
For sale
Listed by: COMPASS • Tracy Macrum • 323-376-7633
$539,000
420 S Madison Ave APT 204, Pasadena, CA 91101
1beds
983sqft
Condominium
Built in 1970
-- sqft lot
$539,200 Zestimate®
$548/sqft
$470/mo HOA
What's special
- 20 days
- 282
- 17
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Tracy Macrum DRE #02025886 323-376-7633,
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-28472
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Pantry
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Balcony, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 983 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Assigned, Gated, Community Structure
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Fencing: Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.15 Acres
- Features: Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 5734018036
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Gutter(s), Hiking, Street Lights
- Security: Key Card Entry
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
- HOA fee: $470 monthly
- HOA name: Casa Serena HOA, Inc.
- HOA phone: 626-243-4161
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $548/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $459,696
- Date on market: 8/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 20 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$539,200
$512,000 - $566,000
$2,685/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $539,000-9.9%$548/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Listing removed | $2,900$3/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-22897 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,900+61.1%$3/sqft |
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| 6/12/2025 | Listing removed | $598,000$608/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $598,000+20.1%$608/sqft |
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| 12/12/2020 | Listing removed | $1,800$2/sqft |
Source: Town & Ranch Realty #P1-2232 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2020 | Listing removed | $498,000$507/sqft |
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| 11/10/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,800+9.1%$2/sqft |
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| 8/17/2020 | Price change | $498,000-5%$507/sqft |
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| 6/25/2020 | Price change | $524,000-4.6%$533/sqft |
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| 6/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $549,000+46.4%$558/sqft |
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| 1/16/2015 | Listing removed | $1,650$2/sqft |
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| 12/22/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,650$2/sqft |
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| 12/5/2014 | Sold | $375,000$381/sqft |
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| 11/4/2014 | Pending sale | $375,000$381/sqft |
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| 11/4/2014 | Listed for sale | $375,000$381/sqft |
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| 10/1/2014 | Listing removed | $375,000$381/sqft |
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| 9/19/2014 | Listed for sale | $375,000+9.6%$381/sqft |
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| 7/23/2013 | Sold | $342,000+197.4%$348/sqft |
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| 6/21/1994 | Sold | $115,000$117/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $459,696 +2% |
| 2025 | $5,454 +6.2% | $450,683 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,136 +0.9% | $441,847 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,091 +3.6% | $433,184 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,915 +4.3% | $424,692 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,714 +4.2% | $416,366 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,526 | $412,097 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,526 -2.4% | $404,018 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,636 | $396,097 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,636 +1.3% | $388,331 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,577 +2.1% | $380,718 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,481 +10.5% | $375,000 +9.6% |
| 2014 | $4,055 | $342,000 +119.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $155,598 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $152,548 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $151,409 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $151,770 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $148,795 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $145,878 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $143,019 |
| 2005 | -- | $143,019 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $137,468 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $134,950 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $132,305 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $127,169 |
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