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    987 Bell St, Pasadena, CA 91104

    5beds
    2,893sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1905
    6,969 Square Feet Lot
    $1,812,000 Zestimate®
    $626/sqft
    $5,582 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,812,000

    $1.72M - $1.90M

    $5,582/mo

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    What's special

    Located in a coveted historic ''Bungalow Heaven'' of Pasadena, this charming 2416 s.f. 4-bed 4-bath 2-story house, with a 477 s.f. guest house, has been carefully transformed into a very welcoming residence with no expense spared. Upon entering, you will discover a sun-drenched entry, pairing with a sunroom-like office. Step inside, the home features a flawless open floor plan with exceptional thoughtful details. The one space of living-dining area, connecting the kitchen and family room, provides seamless area for sitting, eating, gathering and entertaining. The kitchen is equipped with white clean-lined cabinetry, oversized quartz island, plenty of storage pantry and top-of-the-line appliances. Head to the family room that leads to back yard oasis which is very tranquil and peaceful, you will have the chance to enjoy the California indoor-outdoor living style. There is an en-suite with its own bathroom completing the first floor. Upstairs, there are a lounge area which is perfect for kids studying, playing or watching TV, two bedrooms sharing a bathroom, and the master suite with its own spa-like bathroom. The master suite boasts two walk-in closets, a luxurious bath with dual vanities, soaking tub and beautiful tiles, and a balcony overlooking the mountain views. Tucked away at rear yard, a permitted guest house features a spacious living-dining-sleeping area with a modern kitchen and a lovely bathroom. With every space feeling beautiful, yet comfortable, inviting and warm, and all the plumbing, electricity, HVAC, roofing, drywall replaced, and walking distance to McDonald Park, local reputable restaurants, shops and grocery stores, easy access to Lake Ave and Freeways, this property is really the one you do not want to miss.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Wall, Gas
    Cooling
    • Wall
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Range / Oven
    • Laundry: Individual Room
    Features
    • Open Floorplan
    • Flooring: Other
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,893 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Carport
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Concrete
    • Exterior features: Other
    • Fencing: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 6,969 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House
    • Parcel number: 5740012001
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Conventional
    Materials
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1905

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security System
    Location
    • Region: Pasadena

    Other

    Other facts
    • Special Listing Conditions: Standard
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
    • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Quartz Counters, Self-Closing Drawers
    • Heating: Central
    • Room Type: Living Room, Office, Kitchen, Family Room, Master Suite, Main Floor Bedroom
    • Fireplace: Yes
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Fireplace Features: Living Room
    • Laundry: Laundry: Yes
    • View: Mountain(s)
    • Fencing: Wood
    • Interior Features: Open Floorplan
    • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security System
    • Bathroom Features: Shower in Tub, Bathtub, Walk-In Shower, Double Sinks in Bath(s), Exhaust Fan(s)
    • Foundation Details: Slab, Raised
    • Patio and Porch Features: Concrete
    • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
    • Laundry: Individual Room
    • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
    • Other Structures: Guest House
    • Water Source: Public
    • Roof: Shingle
    • Architectural Style: Bungalow
    • Fencing: Fence: Yes
    • Common Walls: No Common Walls
    • Heating: Heating: Yes
    • Patio and Porch Features: Patio: Yes
    • Lot Features: Sprinklers: Yes
    • Appliances: Appliances: Yes
    • Structure Type: House
    • Community Features: Sidewalks
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Electricity Connected
    • Cooling: Cooling: Yes
    • Parking: Driveway, Concrete
    • Electric: Electricity - On Property
    • Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/27/2025Listing removed$1,980,000$684/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #P1-22900 Report a problem
    6/27/2025Listed for sale$1,980,000+16.5%$684/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #P1-22900 Report a problem
    11/30/2022Sold$1,700,000-5.5%$588/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/18/2022Listed for sale$1,799,000+71.3%$622/sqft
    Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-11672 Report a problem
    1/6/2022Sold$1,050,000+7.7%$363/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/22/2021Pending sale$975,000+8.3%$337/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #IV21239447 Report a problem
    4/9/2017Listing removed$900,000$311/sqft
    Source: REH REAL ESTATE #WS17050484 Report a problem
    3/14/2017Listed for sale$900,000+14.6%$311/sqft
    Source: REH REAL ESTATE #WS17050484 Report a problem
    3/27/2008Listing removed$785,000$271/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    10/27/2007Price change$785,000-4.8%$271/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    9/13/2007Price change$825,000+3.3%$285/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    2/19/2007Price change$799,000-8.7%$276/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    1/29/2007Listed for sale$875,000$302/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$23,176 +18.8%$2,000,000 +15.3%
    2024$19,509 +0.8%$1,734,000 +2%
    2023$19,346 +65.2%$1,700,000 +817.6%
    2022$11,711 +397.4%$185,270 +2%
    2021$2,355 +3.6%$181,638 +1%
    2020$2,272 $179,776 +2%
    2019$2,272 +0.1%$176,252 +2%
    2018$2,270 $172,797 +2%
    2017$2,270 +1.7%$169,409 +2%
    2016$2,233 +3.5%$166,088 +1.5%
    2015$2,157 +2.7%$163,594 +2%
    2014$2,100 $160,391 +2.5%
    2012-- $156,538 +2%
    2011-- $153,469 +0.8%
    2010-- $152,323 -0.2%
    2009-- $152,686 +2%
    2008-- $149,693 +2%
    2007-- $146,759 +11.9%
    2006-- $131,183 +61.6%
    2005-- $81,183 +4%
    2004-- $78,033 +1.9%
    2003-- $76,604 +2%
    2002-- $75,103 +4%
    2000-- $72,188

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: East Central

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Pasadena Unified

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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