Welcome to the Bentley House, a 1912 craftsman style home designed by renowned architect Frank M. Tyler, located on over half an acre of lush grounds in Southwest Pasadena. This 4-bedroom, 6-bathroom Craftsman-style home beautifully blends period craftsmanship with modern updates, offering an unparalleled living experience.Upon entry, you're greeted by the foyer showcasing hardwood floors, crown moldings, and intricate door surrounds, architectural details that repeat throughout the home, creating a cohesive and rich aesthetic. The living room is centered around a gorgeous fireplace and connects to a cozy library, ideal for reading or quiet contemplation. Across the hall, the elegant dining room is perfect for hosting intimate gatherings.The remodeled chef's kitchen seamlessly blends modern amenities with vintage style, featuring subway tile backsplashes, stainless steel appliances, and a large built-in banquette eating area. Upstairs, three of the bedrooms offer privacy and space, including the luxurious primary suite, which boasts a separate seating area leading to a private front deck, a large walk-in closet, and a full bath. Two additional bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms, offer comfort and style, while a den provides flexibility as a possible fourth bedroom.The home sits on over 1/2 acre and with an expansive backyard which that includes a large lawn area, a gorgeous pool area that is encircled by a 100 year old wisteria, a rose garden, an enormous greenhouse and multiple fruit trees. A bonus feature of this extraordinary property is the guest house, complete with a bedroom, kitchen, three-quarter bath, living room, and dining area. The lower level includes a wine cellar and a pool bath, making it ideal for extended family or entertaining.This meticulously maintained Craftsman home is a true Pasadena treasure, offering timeless elegance and modern comfort in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods. Main house=3843 sq ft; Guest House=1164 sq ft (taped.) The home also includes an original elevator.
Sold for $4,650,000
Listed by: COMPASS • Ted Clark • Contact: 626-817-2123
Bought with: Sotheby's International Realty
$4,650,000
470 Bradford St, Pasadena, CA 91105
4beds
5,007sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
0.51 Acres Lot
$4,673,500 Zestimate®
$929/sqft
$14,088 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,673,500
$4.21M - $5.19M
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Rose gardenOriginal elevatorGorgeous fireplaceWine cellarMultiple fruit treesPeriod craftsmanshipExpansive backyard
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Listed by:
Ted Clark DRE #01074290 tedclarkandpartners@gmail.com,
COMPASS,
Heather Lillard DRE #01892752 323-363-3610,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Patricia Ruben, DRE #01262286
Sotheby's International Realty
Alan Melkonyan, DRE #02058733
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-19667
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: 6
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Basement, Center Hall, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Pantry, Sunroom, Wine Cellar, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Family room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Forced Air, Gravity, See Remarks
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Freezer, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Warming Drawer
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Track Lighting, Wired for Sound, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Casement Window(s), Plantation Shutters, Screens, Stained Glass, Wood Frames
- Basement: Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,007 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, One Space, Side By Side, Storage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Brick, Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Terrace, Wrap Around
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Gunite, In Ground, Private
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached, Greenhouse, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5718005004
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Quake Bracing, Raised
- Roof: Bitumen,Rolled/Hot Mop
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Ravine, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $929/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,475,000
- Annual tax amount: $53,073
- Date on market: 10/19/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: 2 sets of washer & dryers
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2025 | Sold | $4,650,000-2.1%$929/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-19667 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2024 | Pending sale | $4,750,000$949/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-19667 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2024 | Contingent | $4,750,000$949/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-19667 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,750,000$949/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-19667 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $53,073 +255.4% | $4,475,000 +246.7% |
| 2024 | $14,935 +0.9% | $1,290,647 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,808 +3.6% | $1,265,341 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,296 +4.3% | $1,240,532 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,702 +4.2% | $1,216,208 +1% |
| 2020 | $13,155 | $1,203,738 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,155 -1.5% | $1,180,136 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,361 | $1,156,997 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,361 +1.1% | $1,134,312 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,214 +2.3% | $1,112,071 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,922 +3.3% | $1,095,367 +2% |
| 2014 | $12,514 | $1,073,911 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,048,097 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,027,547 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,019,868 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,022,292 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,002,248 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $982,597 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $963,332 |
| 2005 | -- | $963,332 +6.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $906,687 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $890,070 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $872,619 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $838,736 |
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Neighborhood: South Arroyo
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