1290 Rancheros Rd

2,136 Sq. Ft.
$1,334 / Sq. Ft.
2,136
Sq. Ft.
$1,334
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire one of Linda Vista's most architecturally significant addresses. Sited atop a private road and seamlessly integrated into the hillside, this landmark mid-century modern residence was designed and built in 1961 by B. Williams in an enclave developed by S. Merendino, both faculty of the USC School of Architecture. Set on nearly one-third of an acre, the home commands unobstructed views of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena City Hall, the Rose Bowl, and Brookside Golf...A rare opportunity to acquire one of Linda Vista's most architecturally significant addresses. Sited atop a private road and seamlessly integrated into the hillside, this landmark mid-century modern residence was designed and built in 1961 by B. Williams in an enclave developed by S. Merendino, both faculty of the USC School of Architecture. Set on nearly one-third of an acre, the home commands unobstructed views of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena City Hall, the Rose Bowl, and Brookside Golf Course. A panorama as enduring as the architecture itself. Inside, bamboo and terrazzo floors anchor a great room that opens with quiet authority. Steel, concrete, and glass create a living environment deeply connected to nature. Original 1960s details, including the oversized pivot door and steel-hooded fireplace, anchor the interior, while Fleetwood multi-slide doors open to panoramic view decks. Two primary suites are complemented by a third bedroom with an en-suite half bath below. Renovated by architect Tom Marble, the home received the Pasadena Historic Preservation Award in 2014. Marble later collaborated with the owners on the pool, spa, entertaining decks, and permaculture landscaping with Anigo Garden Design and Kelly L. Kinney.
  1. Listed by Monique Cruz • DRE #02210077 • Brokerage DRE #01407690 • Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 1290 Rancheros Road

Zoning
PSR2
Style
Contemporary
Cross Streets
Linda Vista
Association Fee Frequency
Annually
Property Attached YN
false
Parcel Number
5707021011
Living Area
2136
Source Living Area
Assessor

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/05/2026 09:46 AM

Property Details for 1290 Rancheros Road

StatusActive
MLS #26840811
Days on Market3
Taxes-
HOA Fees$400 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,232 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Monique Cruz, DRE #02210077
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Building Information for 1290 Rancheros Road

Stories-Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,232 SF

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Property Information for 1290 Rancheros Road

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA Amount: $400
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Number Of Stories: 0
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: City, Canyon, City Lights, Landmark, Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Golf Course, Pool
  • View: Trees/Woods, Pool, City Lights, Landmark, Canyon, Golf Course, Panoramic
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: Historical
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Acreage: 0.3267
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14232
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 118x120
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Assessor
  • Lot Location: Hillside
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Carport
  • Total Parking: 0
  • Parking Features: Carport
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Rooms: Patio Open, Dining Area
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Dining, Gas, Living Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central, Dual
  • Cooling Type: Central, Dual
  • Heating: Central, Floor, Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central, Floor, Natural Gas
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Terrazzo
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Bar Ice Maker, Barbeque, Built-Ins, Electric Dryer Hookup, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Dryer Hookup, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Hood Fan, Range/Oven
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Open Floor Plan, Living Room Balcony, Turnkey
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Counter Top, Open to Family Room, Remodeled
  • Room Bathroom Features: Tile Counters, Shower in Tub, Shower
  • Bathroom Features: Double Shower, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Tile
  • Bedroom Features: 2 Primary Bedrooms
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Laundry: Room
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Above Ground, Heated, Permits, Safety Fence, Pool Cover, Heated with Gas
  • Pool Features: Permits, Heated, Pool Cover, Above Ground
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Above Ground, Heated, Permits
  • Roof: Composition
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Entry Location: Top Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structural Features: Balcony, Barbecue Private, Historical, Sliding Glass Doors
  • Other Structures: None
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 06-03-2026

Property History for 1290 Rancheros Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #26840811

$2,850,000—
Jun 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #26840811

$2,850,000—
May 5, 2014

Sold

CRMLS #P0-214012395

$1,681,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/03/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #26840811

$2,850,000
06/03/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #26840811

$2,850,000
05/05/2014

Sold

CRMLS #P0-214012395

$1,681,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1290 Rancheros Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,323,928Additions$827,962Total$2,151,890
Tax Record2025$24,848 ($2,071 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,136 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,136 SqFtStories2Lot Size14,228 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningPSR2CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5707-021-011

Schools near 1290 Rancheros Road

This home is within Pasadena Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Aveson School Of Leaders
CharterK to 5

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public6 to 8

John Muir High School
Public9 to 12

Learning Works School
Charter7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1290 Rancheros Road is a single family home for sale in Pasadena, CA 91103. This property was listed for sale on June 3, 2026 by Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $2,850,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on May 5, 2014. This listing's school district is Pasadena Unified School District. Nearby schools include Aveson School Of Leaders, Octavia E. Butler Magnet School and John Muir High School. 1290 Rancheros Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 2,136 sqft single family home built in 1961.

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