Known as the landmarked 'Adobe Eulalia Perez,' this 1924 Spanish Colonial Revival adobe is a rare, gated sanctuary in the heart of South Pasadena, offering extraordinary indoor-outdoor living and authentic architectural character. Hidden behind original walls and a secured entry, the home opens into a private courtyard setting that feels like a tucked-away European village, peaceful, romantic, and completely removed from the street.The main residence features a well appointed 1 bedroom and 1 bath with vaulted ceilings, original beams, details, and preserved period flooring, all carefully maintained and thoughtfully updated to honor the home's historic integrity while providing modern comforts. A beautiful galley-style kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering refined counters, abundant character, and seating for up to four at the counter, flowing naturally to the dining area and a dramatic sunken living room anchored by a rejuvenated original fireplace.The covered courtyard, over 900 square feet, functions as a true extension of the living space, ideal for entertaining or quiet retreat. Highlights include an outdoor fireplace, Jacuzzi, lounge and dining areas, and a private outdoor shower, creating a resort-like atmosphere year-round.A separate guest quarters just off the courtyard provides exceptional flexibility, complete with a Murphy-bed sleeping area, kitchenette, dining nook, and bath, perfect for guests, an art or music studio, home office, or meditation space.A truly special offering for a single professional, young couple, or empty nesters seeking architectural significance, privacy, and proximity/walkability to the South Pasadena community, parks and schools.
Sold for $1,715,000
Listed by: The Agency • Carmine Sabatella • Contact: 626-394-9212
Bought with: Archetype Real Estate Group In
$1,715,000
517 Garfield Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
2beds
1,258sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,758 Square Feet Lot
$1,723,100 Zestimate®
$1,363/sqft
$4,664 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,723,100
$1.57M - $1.90M
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Separate guest quartersOutdoor fireplacePrivate courtyard settingRefined countersPrivate outdoor showerLounge and dining areasPreserved period flooring
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Listed by:
Carmine Sabatella DRE #01945152 626-394-9212,
The Agency,
Ryan Delair DRE #02065324 213-361-9894,
The Agency
Bought with:
Stefanie Wu, DRE #02043246
Archetype Real Estate Group In
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-25494
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
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Retreat, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Barbecue, Freezer, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Wired for Data, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Brick, Concrete, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Custom Covering(s), Stained Glass
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Outside, Raised Hearth
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,258 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Lanai
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Heated, Private
- Fencing: Good Condition,Privacy,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,758 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached, Guest House, Storage
- Parcel number: 5318002002
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Clay,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Location
- Region: South Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $990,576
- Annual tax amount: $11,746
- Date on market: 1/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to Existing Loan,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Exclusions: Custom crow stained glass window
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Sold | $1,715,000+14.5%$1,363/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-25494 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Pending sale | $1,498,000$1,191/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Contingent | $1,498,000$1,191/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-25494 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,498,000+68.7%$1,191/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-25494 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2018 | Sold | $888,000$706/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2018 | Pending sale | $888,000$706/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Titanium #AR18187225 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2018 | Listed for sale | $888,000+34.5%$706/sqft |
Source: Re/Max Titanium #AR18187225 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2009 | Sold | $660,000-5%$525/sqft |
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| 6/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $695,000+297.1%$552/sqft |
Source: NRT California #A09063313 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/1994 | Sold | $175,000$139/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,746 -2.7% | $990,576 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,071 +2.2% | $971,154 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,810 +2.4% | $952,113 +2% |
| 2022 | $11,532 +1.8% | $933,445 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,328 +0.7% | $915,143 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,245 | $905,760 +18.6% |
| 2019 | $11,245 +19.3% | $763,710 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,426 | $748,737 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,426 +1.4% | $734,057 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,299 +6.4% | $719,665 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,742 +3% | $708,856 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,486 | $694,971 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $678,266 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $664,968 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $660,000 +185.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $230,968 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $226,440 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $222,001 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $217,649 |
| 2005 | -- | $217,649 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $209,199 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $205,366 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $201,340 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $193,523 |
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Neighborhood: 91030
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