486 Harvard Dr

2,315 Sq. Ft.
$778 / Sq. Ft.
2,315
Sq. Ft.
$778
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming single-level California Ranch–style home located in the highly sought-after Arcadia Unified School District, nestled in Arcadia’s coveted Colorado Oaks neighborhood within the desirable “College Streets.” Ideally positioned across from the Arboretum, where beautiful peacocks are often seen, this home offers a serene, nature-filled setting in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood. Situated on an oversized, flat 14,585 sq ft lot, the property offers approximately 2,350 sq ft of living space...Charming single-level California Ranch–style home located in the highly sought-after Arcadia Unified School District, nestled in Arcadia’s coveted Colorado Oaks neighborhood within the desirable “College Streets.” Ideally positioned across from the Arboretum, where beautiful peacocks are often seen, this home offers a serene, nature-filled setting in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood. Situated on an oversized, flat 14,585 sq ft lot, the property offers approximately 2,350 sq ft of living space with 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the main house, providing exceptional indoor/outdoor living appeal and outstanding potential for future expansion. Upon entry through the beautiful double front doors, you are welcomed into a bright formal living room featuring a fireplace and picturesque backyard views, adjacent to a spacious dining room—perfect for entertaining and gatherings. The home showcases gleaming wood flooring in a cherry tone, recessed lighting, custom storage, and double-pane windows The family room offers tranquil backyard views and an additional sitting area near the fireplace, with classic glass doors opening to lush private gardens. The kitchen features a center island, breakfast bar, ample cabinetry, and generous storage, and is conveniently located next to the family room with views of the landscaped backyard. A separate laundry area adds everyday convenience. The primary bedroom features sliding doors opening to the courtyard and a remodeled en-suite bathroom, while the hallway bathroom includes dual sinks. Outdoor highlights include spacious, level front and back yards, a fenced sparkling pool, and abundant space for entertaining, relaxation, or future additions. A gated driveway provides added privacy, safety, and a sense of exclusivity. A bonus exterior room offers flexible use as a changing room, storage for sports equipment, or additional utility space. The detached pool house with bathroom offers significant potential for conversion into an ADU, home office, studio, or guest retreat. Additional features include a storage room and a 2-car carport. Ideally located just minutes from Westfield Santa Anita Mall, Santa Anita Racetrack, Santa Anita Golf Course, as well as dining, shopping, entertainment, and transportation, this property combines location, land value, flexibility, and lifestyle—an exceptional opportunity in one of Arcadia’s most desirable neighborhoods. Ideally located just minutes from Westfield Santa Anita Mall, Santa Anita Racetrack, Santa Anita Golf Course, as well as dining, shopping, entertainment, and transportation, this property combines location, land value, flexibility, and lifestyle—an exceptional opportunity in one of Arcadia’s most desirable neighborhoods --
  1. Listed by Pauline Cheng • DRE #00993691 • Brokerage DRE #01379606 • Re/Max Premier Prop Arcadia • 626-278-4587

Property Details for 486 Harvard Drive

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Mountain(s)
Parking Spaces Total
4
Private Pool
Yes
Cooling Type
Central Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor

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LISTING UPDATED: 02/01/2026 04:37 PM

Property Details for 486 Harvard Drive

StatusActive
MLS #AR26015983
Days on Market1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,585 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Re/Max Premier Prop Arcadia, Pauline Cheng, DRE #00993691
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Building Information for 486 Harvard Drive

Stories1Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,585 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,961 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,773

Property Taxes

$1,188

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 486 Harvard Drive

Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 15318
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $913
  • Tax Lot: 17
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Association Amenities: Other
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Gutters, Park, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Complex Name: Rancho Santa Anita
  • Association Name: Rancho Santa Anita
  • Association Phone: 626-825-8189
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Oven
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Gas Oven
  • Interior Features: Copper Plumbing Partial, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Tile Counters
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Formal Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, See Remarks, Separate Family Room
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Double sinks in bath(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Walk-in shower
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Tile Counters
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Floor Coverings: Wood
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Double Door Entry
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stucco
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Roof: Tile
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Structures: Gutters, Storm Drains
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Miscellaneous: Gutters, Storm Drains
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Private, Fenced
  • Pool Description: Fenced, Private
  • Pool: Fenced, Private
  • Pool Heat: Fenced, Private
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Lot 10000-19999 Sqft
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Number Of Units: 1
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Water Available
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Water Available
  • Electric: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway
Property / Structure Info
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 486 Harvard Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #AR26015983MR

$1,800,000
Feb 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #AR26015983

$1,800,000
Jan 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #AR26015983

$1,800,000
Dec 10, 2008

Sold

CLAW #A08154323MR

$918,000
Dec 10, 2008

Sold

CRMLS #A08154323

$918,000
Nov 7, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #259667320

$918,000
Nov 3, 2008

Pending

CRMLS #A08154323

Nov 3, 2008

Pending

CLAW #A08154323MR

Oct 29, 2008

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #A08154323

$925,000
Oct 29, 2008

Listed (Active)

CLAW #A08154323MR

$925,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/02/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #AR26015983MR

$1,800,000
02/02/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #AR26015983

$1,800,000
01/29/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #AR26015983

$1,800,000
12/10/2008

Sold

CLAW #A08154323MR

$918,000
12/10/2008

Sold

CRMLS #A08154323

$918,000
11/07/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #259667320

$918,000
11/03/2008

Pending

CRMLS #A08154323

11/03/2008

Pending

CLAW #A08154323MR

10/29/2008

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #A08154323

$925,000
10/29/2008

Listed (Active)

CLAW #A08154323MR

$925,000

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

Public Records for 486 Harvard Drive

Taxable ValueLand$945,726Additions$236,422Total$1,182,148
Tax Record2025$14,258 ($1,188 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,315 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,315 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,581 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningARROD*CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5775-003-002

Schools near 486 Harvard Drive

This home is within Arcadia Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hugo Reid Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Foothills Middle School
Public6 to 8

Arcadia High School
Public9 to 12

Rancho Learning Center (Alternative)
PublicK 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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486 Harvard Drive is a single family home for sale in Arcadia, CA 91007. This property was listed for sale on January 29, 2026 by Re/Max Premier Prop Arcadia, it's currently listed at $1,800,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on December 10, 2008. This listing's school district is Arcadia Unified School District. Nearby schools include Hugo Reid Elementary School, Foothills Middle School and Arcadia High School. 486 Harvard Drive is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,315 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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