Sellers will review Offers on Tuesday, April 28, at 2:00 pm. 518 Garfield Avenue, Unit A, in South Pasadena, is a 2-bedroom end townhome with a spacious Loft-Den and 3 bathrooms, located in the gated, Mediterranean-style San Pasqual Townhomes of the prized Marengo Area. Step into the two-story living room, filled with abundant natural light, this 1,858-square-foot updated residence has a welcoming atmosphere and open floor plan.The home features a fully renovated European-style kitchen, remodeled just two years ago with handmade custom cabinetry and high-quality LG appliances. The kitchen opens seamlessly onto the dining and living areas, creating a functional, modern living space. A remote-controlled fireplace with an electric fire starter adds both comfort and convenience, enhancing the main living area.All three bathrooms have been fully renovated in a modern style within the past two years, featuring Kohler fixtures and quality finishes throughout. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, generous storage, and an attached two-car garage with ample space.Step outside to a private patio complete with a mature Persian lime tree, perfect for relaxing or enjoying the Southern California weather.This home is located within a secure, gated community offering desirable amenities, including a pool, sauna, and jacuzzi. Recent improvements include a new roof installed last year, providing added peace of mind.Ideally positioned close to Garfield Park, local shops, dining, and transportation, and located within the highly regarded South Pasadena school district, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of the community.
Sold for $1,420,000
Listed by: Century 21 Masters • Meg Middleman • Contact: 626-755-5551
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,420,000
518 Garfield Ave #A, South Pasadena, CA 91030
2beds
1,858sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1986
2.71 Acres Lot
$1,415,500 Zestimate®
$764/sqft
$4,442 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,415,500
$1.29M - $1.56M
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Spacious loft-denFully renovated european-style kitchenHigh-quality lg appliancesHandmade custom cabinetryGenerous storageIn-unit laundry
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Listed by:
Meg Middleman DRE #00914188 626-755-5551,
Century 21 Masters
Bought with:
Michele Downing, DRE #01046965
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-26719
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: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den, Kitchen, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, See Remarks, Upper Level
Features
- Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up, Loft, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Double Door Entry, French Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall,End Unit,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,858 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Community, In Ground, Association
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Stucco Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
- Park: Garfield Park
Lot
- Size: 2.71 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 5324019081
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Roof: Shingle,Spanish Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gated, Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Insurance, Pool, Pets Allowed, Sauna, Trash, Water
- Services included: Earthquake Insurance, Pest Control
- HOA fee: $820 monthly
- HOA name: Beven & Brock Property Management, Inc.
- HOA phone: 626-795-3282
Location
- Region: South Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $764/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,119,144
- Annual tax amount: $13,190
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, stove, washer, dryer.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Sold | $1,420,000+2.3%$764/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-26719 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Pending sale | $1,388,000$747/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-26719 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,388,000+26.5%$747/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-26719 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2023 | Sold | $1,097,500$591/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,190 -3.3% | $1,119,144 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,640 +110.8% | $1,097,200 +108.2% |
| 2023 | $6,470 +2.4% | $526,878 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,321 +1.9% | $516,548 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,203 +1.4% | $506,421 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,117 | $501,229 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,117 +4.3% | $491,402 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,868 | $481,768 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,868 +1.5% | $472,322 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,780 +6.9% | $463,061 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,408 +3.2% | $456,106 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,242 | $447,172 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $436,424 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $427,868 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $424,671 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $425,681 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $417,336 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $409,154 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $401,132 |
| 2005 | -- | $401,132 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $385,557 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $378,492 +5% |
| 2002 | -- | $360,400 +25.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $288,000 |
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Neighborhood: 91030
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- 10/10Marengo Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10South Pasadena Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10South Pasadena Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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