This sharp 2 BR/2.5 BA, single level condominium has all that today's savvy buyers are looking for. Great location, move-in ready and a very functional floor plan. Located at the end of the South Lake Shopping District and one and a half blocks from Caltech, this property is well suited for a large variety of potential buyers. You are welcomed into the unit with an entry way that leads to the open floor plan that includes the spacious living room with handsome laminate flooring, recessed lighting, fireplace, updated wet bar and access to the large private balcony. This is open to the dining area and breakfast bar with access to the updated kitchen with granite countertops, ample updated cabinets and pantry. As you head to the two en-suites there is a powder room with granite counters for your guests. The first bedroom is quite roomy with attached updated bathroom with granite counters and a large shower. As you head to the primary suite there is built-in storage and a laundry closet with full size stackable w/d. The primary suite is in the back with a spacious closet with built-ins to help maximize the storage space, an attached bathroom with double sinks, granite counters, lovely wood cabinets and a tub w/ a shower. This suite also has access to the balcony with treetop views. This unit comes with 2 side by side parking spaces in the subterranean garage accessed via an elevator. In this central Pasadena location you are close to shopping, dining, entertainment options and the best that Pasadena has to offer. This is a great opportunity for those in need of a one level property in a great location or as a perfect starter home. You must come check this one out!
Sold for $775,000
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Tony Dowdy • Contact: 323-804-3542
Bought with: Non-Member
$775,000
961 E California Blvd Unit 222, Pasadena, CA 91106
2beds
1,197sqft
Condominium
Built in 1987
-- sqft lot
$849,900 Zestimate®
$647/sqft
$3,986 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Tony Dowdy DRE #01347010 323-804-3542,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Non-Member ftb.nonmember
Non-Member
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-17824
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: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Entry/Foyer, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Granite Counters, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,197 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Controlled Entrance, Underground, Side By Side
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Security
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 5327002080
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Common Roof
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban, Gated
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Management, Pets Allowed, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $635 monthly
- HOA name: Partner's Community Management
- HOA phone: 626-529-3918
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $647/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $790,500
- Annual tax amount: $9,281
- Date on market: 5/28/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: range, refrigerator, washer, dryer
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2024 | Sold | $775,000+3.5%$647/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-17824 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2024 | Pending sale | $749,000$626/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-17824 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $749,000+30.3%$626/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-17824 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2016 | Sold | $575,000+4.5%$480/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2016 | Pending sale | $550,000$459/sqft |
Source: Podley Properties #316006889 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $550,000+261.8%$459/sqft |
Source: Podley Properties #316006889 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2012 | Listing removed | $2,200$2/sqft |
Source: Podley Properties #22164234 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,200$2/sqft |
Source: Podley Properties #22164234 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/1993 | Sold | $152,000$127/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,281 +24.1% | $790,500 +20.8% |
| 2024 | $7,476 +0.9% | $654,246 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,412 +3.6% | $641,418 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,154 +4.3% | $628,842 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,861 +4.2% | $616,513 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,583 | $610,192 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,583 -2.5% | $598,229 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,753 | $586,500 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,753 +1.2% | $575,000 +8.3% |
| 2016 | $6,674 +8.1% | $531,000 |
| 2015 | $6,171 +9.2% | $531,000 +9.7% |
| 2014 | $5,653 | $484,000 +19.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $406,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $406,000 -5.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $429,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $429,700 -4.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $448,900 -8.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $490,000 +159% |
| 2006 | -- | $189,163 |
| 2005 | -- | $189,163 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $181,820 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $178,488 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $174,990 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $168,197 |
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Neighborhood: South
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