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Sold for $1,890,000
  • Listed by: Growth Investment Group Pasade • Handoko Chen • Contact: 626-594-4900
    Bought with: Joseph Nwabuzor
    $1,890,000

    902 S Marengo Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106

    4beds
    6baths
    3,192sqft
    Multi Family
    Built in 1956
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $592/sqft
    $2,498 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Prime 6-Unit Multifamily in Pasadena's Coveted Madison Heights – Walk Score 86, Steps from ArtCenter College of Design campus, Huntington Hospital, Whole Foods, Old Pasadena, and Metro Gold Line. 5% CAP Rate in an A-Class Location – Fantastic Demographics, Nearby many new Townhomes/Condominiums, 4 car garage prime for 2 ADUs, Many CAPEX Completed. 902 S Marengo Ave, a rare 6-unit multifamily gem in Pasadena's elite Madison Heights neighborhood. This property represents a rare "Value-Add" play in a Class-A location, offering a high 5% CAP rate with significant potential for further appreciation through ADU development and long-term improvements. This garden-style asset sits in an A-location, steps from ArtCenter College of Design, Whole Foods, Shake Shack, and a short walk to Old Pasadena's vibrant scene, the Pasadena Playhouse, and Metro Gold Line. With a Walk Score of 86, Fantastic Demographics of $163k in a-mile radius, and proven appeal to high-caliber tenants (including international ArtCenter students and Caltech professionals), it delivers effortless leasing and superior retention – most units rent to young pros seeking walkable luxury. Built in 1928 (fourplex) and 1956 (duplex) per online permits from city’s website, the 3,192 SF property on a 7,749 SF lot boasts timeless charm: high ceilings, abundant windows, original hardwoods in the front building, plus modern touches like mini-split HVAC, upgraded electrical, and recent exterior paint. Unit mix includes 4 x 1BD/1BA and 2 x large studios. Two units fully renovated with in-unit laundry; others feature targeted upgrades and share seller-owned machines. Overparked with 4 garages (ADU-ready), 2 carports, and open spaces; individually metered utilities streamline ops. The front building has a colonial architecture charm and consists of 4 units (2 x 1bed+1bath and 2 x Studio units). All 4 units have high ceiling, original hardwood floor, plenty of windows, mini-split HVAC, ceiling fans, tiled kitchen and bathroom. 1 unit has been fully upgraded with modern upgrades like newer flooring, new bathroom, new kitchen, and in-unit laundry. The back building was built in 1956 and consists of 2 x 1bed units. The bottom unit has been fully upgraded with new flooring, new kitchen, and in-unit laundry. It has large private backyard. The upstairs unit has a large private deck.

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    Listed by:

    Handoko Chen DRE #01749321 han.chen@growthinvestmentgroup.com,

    Growth Investment Group Pasade

    Bought with:

    Joseph Nwabuzor, DRE #02039842

    Joseph Nwabuzor

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR26043987MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 6
    Heating
    • Wall Furnace
    Cooling
    • Wall/Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Common Area, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Partially Furnished, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Unfurnished
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    • Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,192
    • Total interior livable area: 3,192 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 8
    • Parking features: Attached Carport, Assigned, Carport, Garage, Private, Uncovered
    • Garage spaces: 4
    • Carport spaces: 2
    • Covered spaces: 6
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: 1
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City Lights
    Lot
    • Size: 7,749 Square Feet
    • Features: Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Street Level, Value In Land
    Details
    • Parcel number: 5720022006
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Mid-Century Modern
    • Property subtype: Multi Family
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Foundation: Raised, Slab
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Updated/Remodeled
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1956

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Standard
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Suburban, Valley, Park
    Location
    • Region: Pasadena

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $592/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,888,949
    • Annual tax amount: $28,294
    • Date on market: 2/27/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 73 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
    • Total actual rent: 0
    • Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/29/2026Sold$1,890,000-14.1%$592/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #AR26043987 Report a problem
    5/11/2026Pending sale$2,200,000$689/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #AR26043987 Report a problem
    2/28/2026Listed for sale$2,200,000+23.6%$689/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #AR26043987 Report a problem
    7/15/2021Sold$1,780,000-0.8%$558/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/9/2021Pending sale$1,795,000+168.3%$562/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SR21111355 Report a problem
    7/24/2003Sold$669,000+37.2%$210/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/15/2002Sold$487,500$153/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$22,642 +4.7%$1,888,949 +2%
    2024$21,636 +0.8%$1,851,912 +2%
    2023$21,456 +3.5%$1,815,600 +2%
    2022$20,721 +94.6%$1,780,000 +102.6%
    2021$10,647 +3.9%$878,732 +1%
    2020$10,248 $869,723 +2%
    2019$10,248 -1.1%$852,670 +2%
    2018$10,362 $835,952 +2%
    2017$10,362 +1.2%$819,562 +2%
    2016$10,239 +2.3%$803,493 +1.5%
    2015$10,010 +2.9%$791,424 +2%
    2014$9,726 $775,922 +4.5%
    2011-- $742,423 +0.8%
    2010-- $736,875 -0.2%
    2009-- $738,626 +2%
    2008-- $724,144 +2%
    2007-- $709,946 +2%
    2005-- $696,027 +42.8%
    2003-- $487,500 -2.6%
    2002-- $500,482 +4%
    2000-- $481,050
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: South

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