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Sold for $1,789,500
    • Listed by: COMPASS • Gretchen Palmer • 310-874-6087
    Bought with: Compass
    $1,789,500

    53 E Altadena Dr, Altadena, CA 91001

    5beds
    1,998sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1922
    0.3 Acres Lot
    $1,520,900 Zestimate®
    $896/sqft
    $5,979 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,520,900

    $1.37M - $1.69M

    $5,979/mo

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    What's special

    Mature treesBatcheldetr fireplaceCafe rangeFarmhouse sinkHigh beam ceilingOriginal hardwood floorsBuilt-in glass cabinets
    Enjoy Paradise in Altadena with this amazing 1922 English Tudor. This 4 BR, 2 bath with Studio/Garage will warm your heart! The charm starts with the whimsical landscaping on this 13,000 plus yard surround by mature trees and a peekaboo view of the mountains! This Home features original hardwood floors, Batcheldetr fireplace, built-in glass cabinets, remolded Kitchen, with: subway tiles, marble counter tops, CAFE range, dishwasher, brushed bronze hardware, SMEG refrigerator, farmhouse sink, breakfast nook and stackable washer & Dryer. The downstairs has 2 Bed rooms, with a full size bathroom. The upstairs - has 2 bedrooms, with full bath with a mini clawfoot tub/shower. Note THE UP STAIRS- entry room ( Title *states* that space/room is counted as the 5th bedroom.) The Garage has been transformed into a Artist studio, with high beam ceiling, A/C, Heat and a 1/2 Bathroom. (1 Car could park inside the garage) There is plenty of parking space in the driveway as well as the circular driveway. So what are you waiting for!This one of a kind treasure dream home is waiting for you!

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    Listed by:

    Gretchen Palmer DRE #01707834 310-874-6087,

    COMPASS

    Bought with:

    Grace Gaerlan, DRE #01012848

    Compass

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-15031MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Art Studio, Attic, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other, Utility Room, Workshop, Dining Room
    Bedroom
    • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathtub, Closet, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s), See Remarks
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Dual, See Remarks
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Inside, See Remarks, Stacked
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Utility Room, Workshop
    • Flooring: Concrete, Laminate, See Remarks, Tile, Wood
    • Doors: French Doors, Service Entrance
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Outside, See Remarks
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,998 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Converted Garage, Concrete, Covered, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Gated, Heated Garage, On Site, Paved, One Space, Uncovered
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Parking, See Remarks
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: Front of House
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio, Porch, See Remarks
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Brick,See Remarks,Stucco Wall
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s)
    Lot
    • Size: 0.3 Acres
    • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Paved, Rocks, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Workshop
    • Parcel number: 5833028016
    • Zoning: LCR175
    • Special conditions: Standard,Trust

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage,See Remarks,Tudor,Patio Home
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Foundation: Raised, See Remarks
    • Roof: Metal,Other
    Condition
    • Repairs Cosmetic,Turnkey
    • Year built: 1922

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Private, See Remarks
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, See Remarks
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Roof

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gutter(s), Street Lights
    • Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Altadena

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $896/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $879,138
    • Date on market: 9/12/2023
    • Cumulative days on market: 13 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/25/2023Sold$1,789,500+19.4%$896/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #P1-15031 Report a problem
    9/26/2023Pending sale$1,499,000$750/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #P1-15031 Report a problem
    9/12/2023Listed for sale$1,499,000+99.9%$750/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #P1-15031 Report a problem
    3/12/2020Listing removed$5,900$3/sqft
    Source: deasy penner podley #820000564 Report a problem
    3/2/2020Price change$5,900-4.8%$3/sqft
    Source: deasy penner podley #820000564 Report a problem
    2/12/2020Listed for rent$6,200$3/sqft
    Source: deasy penner podley #820000564 Report a problem
    6/22/2006Sold$750,000+226.1%$375/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/21/1996Sold$230,000$115/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $879,138 +2%
    2025$9,813 -51.8%$861,900 -51.8%
    2024$20,361 +202.2%$1,789,500 +231.4%
    2023$6,738 +3.5%$540,031 +2%
    2022$6,510 +5.9%$529,443 +2%
    2021$6,150 +4%$519,063 +1%
    2020$5,914 $513,742 +2%
    2019$5,914 -1.4%$503,669 +2%
    2018$6,001 $493,794 +2%
    2017$6,001 +1%$484,112 +2%
    2016$5,941 +2.3%$474,620 +1.5%
    2015$5,807 +3%$467,492 +2%
    2014$5,636 $458,336 +2.5%
    2012-- $447,320 +2%
    2011-- $438,550 +0.8%
    2010-- $435,273 -0.2%
    2009-- $436,308 +2%
    2008-- $427,754 +2%
    2007-- $419,368 +50%
    2006-- $279,590
    2005-- $279,590 +4%
    2004-- $268,735 +1.9%
    2003-- $263,811 +2%
    2002-- $258,639 +4%
    2000-- $248,598
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    Neighborhood: 91001

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