242 Taos Rd

Altadena, CA 91001

$249,000
Price
13,485 / 0.31
Lot Size / Acres
Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
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Description

Located on a quiet hillside cul-de-sac, 242 Taos Road offers an opportunity to build in one of Altadena's most scenic foothill settings. The 13,485-square-foot downsloped lot features a large flat pad and sits along a paved road, capturing sweeping views that stretch from the San Gabriel Mountains to downtown Los Angeles and Pasadena. The elevation provides both privacy and an open outlook, while the site's orientation allows for flexible design options and abundant natural light. With easy access...Located on a quiet hillside cul-de-sac, 242 Taos Road offers an opportunity to build in one of Altadena's most scenic foothill settings. The 13,485-square-foot downsloped lot features a large flat pad and sits along a paved road, capturing sweeping views that stretch from the San Gabriel Mountains to downtown Los Angeles and Pasadena. The elevation provides both privacy and an open outlook, while the site's orientation allows for flexible design options and abundant natural light. With easy access to Altadena's trail network, parks, and commercial centers, 242 Taos Road combines a peaceful foothill location with convenience and long-term potential.

Listing Agents

  1. Teresa Fuller

    Teresa Fuller

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01315387

    teresa.fuller@compass.com

    P: (626)-483-0710

    CallTextEmail
  2. Caroline Purvis

    Caroline Purvis

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02163677

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Property Details for 242 Taos Road

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City Lights, Neighborhood, Mountain(s)
Parking Spaces Total
0
Lot Size Source
Assessor
View
Yes
View
Yes
Association Fee
$.00
Zoning
LCOR*
Subdivision Name
Not Applicable
LISTING UPDATED: 01/05/2026 01:08 AM

Property Details for 242 Taos Road

StatusActive
MLS #P1-24746
Days on Market71
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand Lot
Year Built-
Lot Size0.31 AC
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Teresa Fuller, DRE #01315387; Compass, Caroline Purvis, DRE #02163677
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Building Information for 242 Taos Road

Lot Size0.31 AC

Payment Calculator

$1,393 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,214

Property Taxes

$179

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 242 Taos Road

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Lot: 1
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Foothills
Property / Structure Info
Exterior Features
  • Fence: No
  • Fencing: None
Distance To
  • Distance To Water: n/a
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Water Source: See Remarks

Property History for 242 Taos Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 5, 2026

Price Change

CRMLS #P1-24746

$249,000—
Oct 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-24746

$325,000—
Dec 20, 2023

Sold

SDMLS #PF23209191

$180,000—
Dec 20, 2023

Sold

CRMLS #PF23209191

$180,000—
Dec 12, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523728582

$180,000—
Nov 28, 2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #PF23209191

—
Nov 28, 2023

Pending

SDMLS #PF23209191

—
Nov 14, 2023

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #PF23209191

$149,900—
Nov 10, 2023

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #PF23209191

$149,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/05/2026

Price Change

CRMLS #P1-24746

$249,000
10/30/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-24746

$325,000
12/20/2023

Sold

SDMLS #PF23209191

$180,000
12/20/2023

Sold

CRMLS #PF23209191

$180,000
12/12/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1523728582

$180,000
11/28/2023

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #PF23209191

—
11/28/2023

Pending

SDMLS #PF23209191

—
11/14/2023

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #PF23209191

$149,900
11/10/2023

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #PF23209191

$149,900

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

Public Records for 242 Taos Road

Taxable ValueLand$183,600Additions-Total$183,600
Tax Record2025$2,146 ($179 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size13,403 SqFtStyleResidentialZoningLCOR*CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5862-012-016

Schools near 242 Taos Road

This home is within Pasadena Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Odyssey Charter School - South
Charter - K to 8
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public - 6 to 8
John Muir High School
Public - 9 to 12
Learning Works School
Charter - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Odyssey Charter School - South
CharterK to 8

Eliot Arts Magnet
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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More information about 242 Taos Road, Altadena, CA 91001

242 Taos Road is a 0.31 ac of land for sale in Altadena, CA 91001. This property was listed for sale on October 30, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $249,000. It has been on the market for a total of 71 days and was last sold on December 20, 2023. This listing's school district is Pasadena Unified School District. Nearby schools include Odyssey Charter School - South, Eliot Arts Magnet and John Muir High School. 242 Taos Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.31 ac of land on a 13,485 sq. ft. / 0.31 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Teresa Fuller, DRE #01315387; Compass, Caroline Purvis, DRE #02163677

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