Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,776 sqft

1820 Braemar Rd, Pasadena, CA 91103

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.52 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$1,014/sq ftPrice per sq ft
5 carsParking Spaces

Description

It is a golden and rare opportunity when a private hillside compound in the highly desirable Linda Vista neighborhood comes on the market. 1820 Braemar Road is indeed that. This well maintained single-level mid-century California Architectural home features expansive walls of glass, clean lines, and a wide-open floor plan integrating the relationship between indoor and outdoor living. Perched above the Rose Bowl, it sits on over one half of an acre. The grand open concept center planned area boasts...It is a golden and rare opportunity when a private hillside compound in the highly desirable Linda Vista neighborhood comes on the market. 1820 Braemar Road is indeed that. This well maintained single-level mid-century California Architectural home features expansive walls of glass, clean lines, and a wide-open floor plan integrating the relationship between indoor and outdoor living. Perched above the Rose Bowl, it sits on over one half of an acre. The grand open concept center planned area boasts soaring geometric ceilings and clerestory windows that pull the San Gabriel mountains in doors. Off the main gathering area is a bedroom with private patio, a rose garden and fountain. Could easily be converted to a home theater. Two independent en-suite masters occupy the north wing of the structure. A private exit takes you to an attached but stand-alone home gym. The kitchen and fourth bedroom are located on the southward facing plane of the structure. The fourth bedroom is en-suite as well and could be used as home office or den. The expansive outdoor patios wrap around the property and astound you with nearly 220 views. This magical home features your own private drought resistant botanical garden and potting table/work station. The property features dozens of species of floras, trees, roses and succulents. Other important features include :: giant kitchen with built-ins, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Corian counter tops. 2 separate bar areas for work or eating, motorized remote shade/window treatments throughout and a decorative fireplace. The property features an attached 2 car garage in addition to having parking for at least 3 other vehicles (5+ spaces in total). Secluded and private, this home marries its indoor spaces to the outdoors, making it extremely livable and exclusive - all within close proximity to downtown Pasadena. Breathtaking vistas of mountain ranges, city lights and golf course from every room.
  • Listed by: Michael J. Humenuik DRE #01744710 Brokerage DRE #01022642 • eXp Realty of California Inc
Listing closed: 03/23/2023 12:00 AM • Source: CLAW, MLS#: 23-241385
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,870,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

102.4%

Pasadena, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of California Inc, Michael J. Humenuik, DRE #01744710

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Heather Scherbert, DRE #01959915

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Property Information for 1820 Braemar Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Water Front: None
  • Zoning: PSR2
  • Style: Mid-Century
  • Parcel Number: 5704015001
  • Living Area: 2776
  • Source Living Area: Vendor Enhanced
  • Area: Pasadena NW (645)
  • Lot Size Area: 22681
  • Source Lot Size Area: Vendor Enhanced
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5704-015-001
  • Directions: Linda Vista to Inverness, to Devon, to Braemar
  • Map Coordinate: -118.175925, 34.177871

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.52 AC / 22,681 SF

Community / Development

Community / Development
  • Tax Mello Roos: Unknown
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Structure Info

Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Mountains, Panoramic, Golf Course, Hills
  • View: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Golf Course, Hills
  • Guest House: None
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Security Features: None
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Maids Room: true
  • Water: District
  • Sewer: In Street
  • Water Heater Features: Gas

Contract Info

Contract Info
  • Probate: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Lease Option: false
  • Financing: Cash To New Loan
  • Disclosures: None
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Agency
  • Service Level: Full Service

Land / Lot Info

Land / Lot Info
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Land Lease: No
  • Horse: No
  • Special Zoning: None
  • Additional Parcel Number: No
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5207
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 22681
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 162x140
  • Source Lot Size Dimensions: Vendor Enhanced
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Landscaped

Parking Details

Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Private Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Garage Is Attached, Parking for Guests, Driveway - Concrete
  • Total Parking: 5
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 3
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Private, Garage - Two Door, Guest, Concrete
  • Attached Garage: Yes

Interior Features

Interior Features
  • Room Type: Formal Entry, Great Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Master Bathroom, Two Masters
  • Rooms: Den/Office, Formal Entry, Great Room, Guest-Maids Quarters, Gym, Master Bedroom, Two Masters, Study/Office
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplace Rooms: Decorative
  • Den: Yes
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan, Central
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan, Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Stone, Tile
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Trash Compactor
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Open Floor Plan
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room
  • Kitchen Features: Counter Top, Open to Family Room
  • Bathroom Features: 2 Master Baths
  • Bedroom Features: 2 Master Bedrooms, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Cooktop - Gas, Oven-Gas
  • Laundry: In Kitchen
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Kitchen
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Kitchen
  • TV Services: Cable TV

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa: No
  • Spa: None
  • Tennis: No
  • Tennis Court: None
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Fence: Block
  • Patio Features: Brick, Porch - Front
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: None

Lease Terms

Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 02-17-2023
  • Listing Terms: Cash To New Loan

Property History for 1820 Braemar Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 23, 2023

Sold

SDMLS #23-241385

$2,815,888—
Mar 23, 2023

Sold

CLAW #23-241385

$2,815,888—
Mar 23, 2023

Sold

CRMLS #23241385

$2,815,888—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/23/2023

Sold

SDMLS #23-241385

$2,815,888
03/23/2023

Sold

CLAW #23-241385

$2,815,888
03/23/2023

Sold

CRMLS #23241385

$2,815,888

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

Public records

1820 Braemar Road

Beds

2

Baths

4

Total Finished SqFt

2,809 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,809 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

22,681 SqFt

Schools near 1820 Braemar Road

This home is within Pasadena Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Accelerated Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public6 to 8

John Muir High School
Public9 to 12

Aveson Global Leadership Academy
Charter6 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1820 Braemar Road, Pasadena, CA 91103
$2,815,888
4
2,776
22,681
–
4
4
4,194
24,909
$3,050,000
3
4,146
19,733
–
3
3
3,078
16,862
$1,560,000
3
1,922
15,463
–
2
3
2,827
24,539

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Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty of California Inc, Michael J. Humenuik, DRE #01744710

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