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Sold for $848,000
    • Listed by: INNOVA Realty Group • David Robinson • Contact: 951-237-5999
    Bought with: Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
    Tax assessed value
    $848,000

    978 Lehigh St, Altadena, CA 91001

    2beds
    960sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    7,584 Square Feet Lot
    $1,015,900 Zestimate®
    $883/sqft
    $3,321 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,015,900

    $904,000 - $1.14M

    $3,321/mo

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    What's special

    Solid craftsmanshipOriginal charmMature treesTree-lined street
    ***Charming Altadena Fixer with Huge Potential***For the first time in decades, this cherished family home is ready for its next chapter. Lovingly lived in by the same family for generations, this property offers a rare opportunity to create your dream home in one of Altadena’s most desirable neighborhoods — just steps from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and with easy access to Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, hiking trails, and more. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, the setting is secluded and serene, surrounded by mature trees and a strong sense of community — ideal for those seeking a calm retreat with easy access to city life. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-story residence offers approx. 960 sq ft of living space on a generous 7,586 sq ft lot perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or expansion. Built in 1947, it features original charm, solid craftsmanship, and a layout full of potential. While it does need updating and loving TLC, the home radiates warmth and history — a true blank canvas for someone with vision. A standout feature is the detached 2-car garage, offering excellent potential for an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), guesthouse, studio, or rental income opportunity — adding both flexibility and value. This is more than a house — it’s a home that has been filled with love for many years, now ready for someone new to make it their own. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to build equity in a prime location, this property has significant upside potential. Bring your imagination, your toolbox, and your dreams — and come unlock the full potential of this Altadena gem.

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    Listed by:

    David Robinson DRE #01279875 951-237-5999,

    INNOVA Realty Group

    Bought with:

    Sylvia Horlacher, DRE #02013523

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW25218553MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Family Room, Kitchen, Other
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathtub, Soaking Tub, Tile Counters, Tub Shower
    Family room
    • Features: Separate Family Room
    Kitchen
    • Features: Tile Counters
    Heating
    • Floor Furnace, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Wall/Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
    Features
    • Built-in Features, Ceramic Counters, See Remarks, Storage, Tile Counters
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
    • Doors: Panel Doors
    • Windows: Wood Frames
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Masonry
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 960 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Gated, On Site, Private, See Remarks
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Grab Bars, No Stairs
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: Front or Side Door
    • Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Porch, See Remarks
    • Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City Lights, Hills, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 7,584 Square Feet
    • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Trees, Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 5823012014
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Stucco
    • Foundation: Raised
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Fixer
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1947

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Electricity - On Property, Standard
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Altadena

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $883/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $848,000
    • Date on market: 9/19/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 4 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/7/2025Sold$848,000$883/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW25218553 Report a problem
    9/23/2025Pending sale$848,000$883/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW25218553 Report a problem
    9/19/2025Listed for sale$848,000$883/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #SW25218553 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $848,000 +1803.4%
    2025$1,173 +15.5%$44,551 +2%
    2024$1,016 +1.5%$43,679 +2%
    2023$1,000 +2.9%$42,824 +2%
    2022$972 +9.2%$41,986 +2%
    2021$890 +2.1%$41,163 +1%
    2020$871 $40,742 +2%
    2019$871 +7.6%$39,944 +2%
    2018$810 $39,161 +2%
    2017$810 +1.4%$38,394 +2%
    2016$798 +3.8%$37,642 +1.5%
    2015$769 +1.2%$37,078 +2%
    2014$760 $36,352 +2.5%
    2012-- $35,480 +2%
    2011-- $34,785 +0.8%
    2010-- $34,526 -0.2%
    2009-- $34,609 +2%
    2008-- $33,931 +2%
    2007-- $33,266 +2%
    2006-- $32,615
    2005-- $32,615 +4%
    2004-- $31,351 +1.9%
    2003-- $30,777 +2%
    2002-- $30,175 +4%
    2000-- $29,004
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    Neighborhood: 91001

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