1920 N Altadena Dr

2,235 Sq. Ft.
$537 / Sq. Ft.
2,235
Sq. Ft.
$537
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This classic 1953 mid-century ranch-style home is tucked peacefully behind the mature oleanders on North Altadena Drive in beautiful Northeast Pasadena. Offering 2,235 square feet of living space on an expansive 8,799-square-foot lot, the home blends timeless charm with a warm, and inviting layout. Inside, the entry opens onto the living room with large sliding glass doors that leads to the covered patio, a handsome brick fireplace, and an impressive built-in wood bookcase. The formal dining room...This classic 1953 mid-century ranch-style home is tucked peacefully behind the mature oleanders on North Altadena Drive in beautiful Northeast Pasadena. Offering 2,235 square feet of living space on an expansive 8,799-square-foot lot, the home blends timeless charm with a warm, and inviting layout. Inside, the entry opens onto the living room with large sliding glass doors that leads to the covered patio, a handsome brick fireplace, and an impressive built-in wood bookcase. The formal dining room features oversized panels of wainscotting and is open to the family room with a built-in entertainment armoire. The bright kitchen offers warm, honey-colored cabinets and an eating area that looks onto the rear yard. The two spacious bedrooms offers en-suite bathrooms, with an additional bathroom located off the main hall. A dedicated office space off the kitchen, inside laundry, two-car attached garage, and central air and heat are included in this lovely home. The private rear yard with a raised deck provides a peaceful setting surrounded by mature landscaping. Sited among tree-lined streets, well-kept properties, and a welcoming community feel, residents enjoy proximity to local parks, hiking trails, dining, and all that Pasadena has to offer, making this home an ideal choice for those seeking a classic California ranch with comfort, privacy, and character.
  1. Listed by Dick Davis • DRE #00675908 • Brokerage DRE #00675908 • Cornerstone Real Estate Serv. • (626) 294-2901
  2. Listed by June Diarra • DRE #01315434 • Brokerage DRE #00675908 • Cornerstone Real Estate Serv.

Property Details for 1920 North Altadena Drive

Architectural Style
Ranch, Traditional
View
Mountain(s)
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Lot Size Source
Public Records
Living Area
2235
Property Attached YN
false
LISTING UPDATED: 02/09/2026 08:14 AM

Property Details for 1920 North Altadena Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #P1-25150
Days on Market37
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,799 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Cornerstone Real Estate Serv., Dick Davis, DRE #00675908; Cornerstone Real Estate Serv., June Diarra, DRE #01315434

Sold By LPT Realty, Haleem Ballou, DRE #MLSL-ML5107657

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Building Information for 1920 North Altadena Drive

Stories1Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,799 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,248 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,849

Property Taxes

$399

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1920 North Altadena Drive

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract: 17
  • Tax Lot: 3
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Accessibility Features: 36 Inch Or More Wide Halls, Grab Bars In Bathroom(s)
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Suburban
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
  • Room Type: Center Hall, Laundry, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Entry
  • Room Bathroom Features: Double sinks in bath(s), Jetted Tub, Walk-in shower, Tile Counters, Shower, Shower in Tub
  • Eating Area: Area, In Kitchen, Dining Room
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Raised Hearth, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood, Tile, Laminate
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile, Laminate
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Drapes, Blinds, Stained Glass
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Structure Type: House
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Deck
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Land Lease: No
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: One
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Driveway

Property History for 1920 North Altadena Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 9, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #P1-25150

$1,200,000—
Jan 15, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927966720

$1,200,000—
Jan 14, 2026

Pending

CRMLS #P1-25150

—
Jan 8, 2026

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #P1-25150

$1,388,000—
Dec 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-25150

$1,388,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/09/2026

Sold

CRMLS #P1-25150

$1,200,000
01/15/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927966720

$1,200,000
01/14/2026

Pending

CRMLS #P1-25150

—
01/08/2026

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #P1-25150

$1,388,000
12/09/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-25150

$1,388,000

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

Public Records for 1920 North Altadena Drive

Taxable ValueLand$186,447Additions$181,871Total$368,318
Tax Record2025$4,783 ($399 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt2,235 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,235 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,799 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953ZoningPSR6CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5857-017-006

Schools near 1920 North Altadena Drive

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 - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Daniel Webster School
PublicK to 5

Eliot Arts Magnet
Public6 to 8

Pasadena High School
Public9 to 12

Aveson School Of Leaders
CharterK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Cornerstone Real Estate Serv., Dick Davis, DRE #00675908; Cornerstone Real Estate Serv., June Diarra, DRE #01315434

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