The Preston Apartment House circa 1930 was designed by Pasadena's quintessential architect Sylvanus Marston. One of just four units in a boutique, historic corner-lot building in Madison Heights. Marston could almost be considered the architect of Madison Heights, having designed 34 properties between 1908 to 1926 just in the area. The location offers effortless access to local hotspots on Lake Ave, The Play House District, Cal Tech, and more. The timeless design of this 2 bed/1.5 bath condo offers the scale and elegance of a single-family home in a wonderful neighborhood. The enclosed front porch with palladian-style windows provides a charming and formal entry. Natural light pours into the generously proportioned living room with an ornately sculpted decorative fireplace, deep crown molding, and hardwood floors. The perfect entertainment spot is a formal dining room with high ceilings, crown molding, and hardwood floors. The kitchen was remodeled in keeping with the architectural design of the unit. In-unit laundry is conveniently placed just off the kitchen. Private quarters include two generously sized bedrooms, one full bath, and one-half bath. This home has new central air, heat, storage, and two gated, covered parking spaces. A wonderful surprise is to be found in the private, gated gardens. Recently re-landscaped, they offer a place to relax under the trees or entertain with friends. Refined style, sought-after location, and a pedigree of distinction make this property a special find.
Sold for $1,100,000
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Robin Stever • Contact: 626-695-2846
Bought with: COMPASS
$1,100,000
589 S Oakland Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
2beds
1,400sqft
Condominium
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$1,299,200 Zestimate®
$786/sqft
$5,356 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,299,200
$1.21M - $1.40M
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Refined stylePalladian-style windowsHigh ceilingsDeep crown moldingCrown moldingCovered parking spacesCal tech
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Listed by:
Robin Stever DRE #00916653 626-695-2846,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Veronica Paglia, DRE #00926931
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-14285
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
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Basement, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Other, Sunroom, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Granite Counters, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Paneling/Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Galley Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Stone, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Casement Window(s), Palladian Window(s)
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned, Underground, Electric Gate, Permit Required, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Street with a few stairs
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Masonry,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 8,972 Square Feet
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 5721001075
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: See Remarks,Traditional
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Barbecue, Pet Restrictions, Storage, Trash, Water
- Services included: Pest Control, Sewer
- HOA fee: $525 monthly
- HOA name: Cal Oaks
- HOA phone: 213-842-0822
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $786/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,122,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,035
- Date on market: 7/9/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Washer, dryer, stove, dishwasher
- Exclusions: All staging furniture and artwork
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2023 | Sold | $1,100,000+22.9%$786/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-14285 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2023 | Pending sale | $895,000$639/sqft |
Source:  Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-14285 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2023 | Contingent | $895,000$639/sqft |
Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-14285 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $895,000$639/sqft |
Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-14285 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,035 +5.2% | $1,122,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,396 +175.9% | $1,100,000 +188.4% |
| 2023 | $4,493 +3.6% | $381,374 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,338 +4.3% | $373,897 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,158 +4.1% | $366,567 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,994 | $362,809 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,994 -1.9% | $355,696 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,073 | $348,723 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,073 +1.4% | $341,887 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,019 +2.4% | $335,184 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,926 +3.2% | $330,150 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,805 | $323,684 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $315,905 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $309,711 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $307,397 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $308,128 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $302,088 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $296,166 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $290,360 |
| 2005 | -- | $290,360 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $279,087 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $273,973 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $268,602 +25% |
| 2000 | -- | $214,900 |
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Neighborhood: South
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