Nestled along a picturesque tree-lined street, you will find this well maintain 1916 Craftsman Bungalow. This location offers unparalleled convenience with easy access to Old Town Pasadena, The Rose Bowl, local parks, and top-notch schools. This character-rich home, adorned with original features sits proudly on a spacious, flat, and highly usable lot spanning 15,375 square feet (zoned PSR6), presenting endless possibilities for transformation. The exterior boasts quintessential Craftsman charm featuring a welcoming front porch, exposed rafters, and intricate woodwork. Inside, you will discover the enduring beauty of original hardwood floors and crafted built-in cabinetry. The generous living room is bathed in natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance, making it ideal for hosting gatherings or simply relaxing by the stone fireplace. Adjacent, an elegant formal dining room adds an extra layer of sophistication to the living space. Additional practical amenities abound, including a detached two-car garage complete with a rear workshop for those DIY projects and a convenient basement for all your storage needs. 553 Pepper St., Pasadena, isn’t just a house; it’s a piece of history that seamlessly blends with modern living comforts. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this enchanting Craftsman residence your forever home in one of Pasadena’s most beloved neighborhoods.
Sold for $970,000
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Listing Provided by: Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Coldwell Banker Realty
$970,000
553 Pepper St, Pasadena, CA 91103
2beds
1,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
0.35 Acres Lot
$1,110,200 Zestimate®
$808/sqft
$4,238 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,110,200
$1.04M - $1.19M
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Listing Provided by:
Cesar Carrillo DRE #01272108 626-786-3752,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Cesar Carrillo, DRE #01272108
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR23180963
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Tub Shower
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air, Floor Furnace
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Basement: Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Door-Single, Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 64 x 240
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 5727008035
- Zoning: PSR6
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Suburban, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/12/2025 | Listing removed | $4,500$4/sqft |
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| 3/31/2025 | Price change | $4,500-10%$4/sqft |
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| 3/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000+25%$4/sqft |
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| 11/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/25/2023 | Price change | $4,000-11.1%$3/sqft |
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| 11/20/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,500$4/sqft |
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| 11/3/2023 | Sold | $970,000+2.1%$808/sqft |
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| 10/3/2023 | Contingent | $950,000$792/sqft |
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| 9/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $950,000+280%$792/sqft |
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| 8/10/2001 | Sold | $250,000$208/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,741 +5.1% | $989,400 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,171 +154.1% | $970,000 +173.3% |
| 2023 | $4,395 +3.5% | $354,963 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,246 +4.2% | $348,004 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,074 +3.9% | $341,182 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,921 | $337,685 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,921 -1% | $331,065 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,960 | $324,574 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,960 +1.4% | $318,210 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,904 +2.3% | $311,971 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,816 +3% | $307,286 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,707 | $301,268 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $294,028 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $288,263 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $286,109 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $286,790 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $281,168 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $275,655 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $270,251 |
| 2005 | -- | $270,251 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $259,759 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $255,000 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $250,000 +71.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $145,400 |
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Neighborhood: North Arroyo
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Accelerated Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Octavia E. Butler Magnet SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10John Muir High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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