Welcome to 625 Chester Avenue, a rare one-level home located in a very prestigious neighborhood of San Marino, just moments from the iconic Huntington Library and Gardens. Set on a flat lot over 18,000 square feet, this expansive property offers the perfect blend of classic charm, lots of space, and endless potential. This gracious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home features open and generous living quarters, including a spacious primary suite, one bedroom on other side of the house with 3/4 bath, could be used as separate guest quarters,ideal for flexible use. A formal entry leads into a traditional living room with an impressive fireplace, recessed lighting, and beautiful hardwood floors. The heart of the home is the spacious family room, complete with soaring ceilings, skylights, a custom entertainment center, and French doors that open to a brick patio--ideal for indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen features granite countertops, Viking appliances, and a sunlit breakfast area with serene views of the manicured front garden. The centerpiece of the backyard has a sparkling pool, perfect for entertaining, relaxing or enjoying warm evenings. As a bonus, you will enjoy the view of the San Gabriel mountains. This home is a cosmetic fixer, offering incredible potential for those looking to customize, renovate, or invest in a solidly built property with great bones.
Sold for $3,300,000
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Ieva Massehian • Contact: 818-720-2978
Bought with: Pinnacle Real Estate Group
$3,300,000
625 Chester Ave, San Marino, CA 91108
5beds
3,387sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.41 Acres Lot
$3,324,300 Zestimate®
$974/sqft
$7,996 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,324,300
$3.03M - $3.66M
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Listed by:
Ieva Massehian DRE #02023551 818-720-2978,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Shereen Kelly DRE #00927323 626-827-5000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Chloe Chan, DRE #01863279
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
STEPHEN LAM, DRE #01046890
Stephan Lam, Broker
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-25120
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Great Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,387 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 5329014007
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban
Location
- Region: San Marino
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $974/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,308,471
- Annual tax amount: $39,331
- Date on market: 12/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2026 | Sold | $3,300,000-5.4%$974/sqft |
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| 2/2/2026 | Pending sale | $3,488,000+9.7%$1,030/sqft |
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| 6/15/2023 | Sold | $3,180,000-3.6%$939/sqft |
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| 5/31/2023 | Pending sale | $3,298,000$974/sqft |
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| 4/22/2023 | Contingent | $3,298,000$974/sqft |
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| 4/5/2023 | Price change | $3,298,000-5.7%$974/sqft |
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| 3/9/2023 | Price change | $3,498,000-0.1%$1,033/sqft |
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| 3/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+33.7%$1,033/sqft |
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| 12/13/2012 | Sold | $2,618,000+7.4%$773/sqft |
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| 9/26/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,438,000+1.7%$720/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - San Marino #22168560 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2012 | Sold | $2,398,000-1.6%$708/sqft |
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| 6/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,438,000+120.6%$720/sqft |
Source: GLOBAL REALTY #W12074097 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2000 | Sold | $1,105,000+16.3%$326/sqft |
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| 8/31/1995 | Sold | $950,000$280/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,331 +1.3% | $3,308,471 +2% |
| 2024 | $38,836 +4.6% | $3,243,600 +4.7% |
| 2023 | $37,125 +3.2% | $3,098,683 +2% |
| 2022 | $35,973 +1.8% | $3,037,926 +2% |
| 2021 | $35,333 +1.5% | $2,978,360 +1% |
| 2020 | $34,821 | $2,947,821 +2% |
| 2019 | $34,821 +4.1% | $2,890,021 +2% |
| 2018 | $33,459 | $2,833,355 +2% |
| 2017 | $33,459 +2% | $2,777,800 +2% |
| 2016 | $32,817 +1.9% | $2,723,335 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $32,189 +3% | $2,682,429 +2% |
| 2014 | $31,256 | $2,629,885 +72.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,526,632 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,496,699 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,485,514 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,489,044 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,459,848 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,431,225 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,403,163 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,403,163 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,348,678 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,323,960 +17.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,127,100 +9.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $1,026,826 |
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Neighborhood: Poet's Quarter
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- 10/10Carver Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
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