559 MacDonald St

1,115 Sq. Ft.
$985 / Sq. Ft.
1,115
Sq. Ft.
$985
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This welcoming 1920s Craftsman bungalow in Pasadena blends classic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Newly installed engineered hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and recessed lighting create a bright, comfortable atmosphere, while the living room showcases timeless Craftsman details including a vintage fireplace with built-in shelving. The kitchen has been tastefully refreshed with natural stone quartzite countertops, painted cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a new tile backsplash,...This welcoming 1920s Craftsman bungalow in Pasadena blends classic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Newly installed engineered hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and recessed lighting create a bright, comfortable atmosphere, while the living room showcases timeless Craftsman details including a vintage fireplace with built-in shelving. The kitchen has been tastefully refreshed with natural stone quartzite countertops, painted cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a new tile backsplash, and updated fixtures, offering warmth and everyday practicality. The bathroom features new vanity lighting, and a separate laundry room adds extra convenience. Major system upgrades include new copper plumbing throughout, an upgraded 200-amp electrical panel, a newer roof with a 50-year warranty, EV charger installation, and exterior and attic sealing for pest prevention and added peace of mind. Outdoors, both the front and back yards have been fully reimagined with new landscaping, drip irrigation, and exterior lighting, creating inviting spaces to relax or entertain. A freshly painted 268 sq ft detached two-car garage offers flexible use as a workspace, studio, or potential future expansion. Ideally located close to parks, dining, shopping, and convenient freeway access, this is a beautifully updated and lovingly maintained Pasadena classic, ready for its next chapter.
  1. Listed by Kerry Jackson • DRE #01977527 • Brokerage DRE #00616212 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 559 MacDonald Street

Architectural Style
Bungalow, Craftsman
View
None
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
1115
Property Attached YN
false

Open Houses

Thursday, Feb 5th

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Saturday, Feb 7th

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

Sunday, Feb 8th

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 10:18 PM

Property Details for 559 MacDonald Street

StatusActive
MLS #P1-25710
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,285 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Kerry Jackson, DRE #01977527
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Building Information for 559 MacDonald Street

Stories1Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,285 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,370 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,351

Property Taxes

$1,019

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 559 MacDonald Street

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Lot: 1234
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Room Type: Living Room, Kitchen
  • Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen, Quartz Counters
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Dining Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Flooring: Wood
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fence: Yes
  • Structure Type: None
  • Patio: Yes
  • Pool Features: None
  • Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: Yard
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Levels: One
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Attached Garage: No

Property History for 559 MacDonald Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-25710

$1,098,000—
Oct 24, 2022

Sold

CLAW #SR22198058CN

$1,010,000—
Oct 24, 2022

Sold

CRMLS #SR22198058

$1,010,000—
Sep 28, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1499641034

$1,010,000

+7.9% / yr

Sep 21, 2022

Pending

CRMLS #SR22198058

—
Sep 21, 2022

Pending

CLAW #SR22198058CN

—
Sep 20, 2022

Hold

CRMLS #SR22198058

—
Sep 13, 2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SR22198058

$899,000—
Sep 13, 2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SR22198058CN

$899,000—
Sep 21, 2017

Sold

CLAW #317006042IT

$687,500—
Sep 21, 2017

Sold

CRMLS #317006042

$687,500—
Aug 29, 2017

Pending

CLAW #317006042IT

—
Aug 29, 2017

Pending

CRMLS #317006042

—
Aug 28, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #605409181

$687,500

+137.5% / yr

Aug 16, 2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #317006042

$649,900—
Aug 16, 2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #317006042IT

$649,900—
Dec 20, 2016

Sold

CLAW #SR16130852CN

$375,000—
Dec 20, 2016

Sold

CRMLS #SR16130852

$375,000—
Dec 15, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #584659557

$375,000—
Jun 15, 2016

Pending

CRMLS #SR16130852

—
Jun 15, 2016

Pending

CLAW #SR16130852CN

—
Jun 14, 2016

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SR16130852

$315,000—
Jun 14, 2016

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SR16130852CN

$315,000—
Oct 8, 1997

Sold

CRMLS #1702635

$138,900—
Oct 8, 1997

Sold

CLAW #1702635IT

$138,900—
Oct 8, 1997

Sold

CRMLS #1702635

$138,900—
Jul 31, 1997

Pending

CLAW #1702635IT

—
Jun 11, 1997

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #1702635

$139,900—
Jun 11, 1997

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #1702635

$139,900—
Jun 11, 1997

Listed (Active)

CLAW #1702635IT

$139,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/04/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P1-25710

$1,098,000
10/24/2022

Sold

CLAW #SR22198058CN

$1,010,000
10/24/2022

Sold

CRMLS #SR22198058

$1,010,000
09/28/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1499641034

$1,010,000

+7.9% / yr

09/21/2022

Pending

CRMLS #SR22198058

—
09/21/2022

Pending

CLAW #SR22198058CN

—
09/20/2022

Hold

CRMLS #SR22198058

—
09/13/2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SR22198058

$899,000
09/13/2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SR22198058CN

$899,000
09/21/2017

Sold

CLAW #317006042IT

$687,500
09/21/2017

Sold

CRMLS #317006042

$687,500
08/29/2017

Pending

CLAW #317006042IT

—
08/29/2017

Pending

CRMLS #317006042

—
08/28/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #605409181

$687,500

+137.5% / yr

08/16/2017

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #317006042

$649,900
08/16/2017

Listed (Active)

CLAW #317006042IT

$649,900
12/20/2016

Sold

CLAW #SR16130852CN

$375,000
12/20/2016

Sold

CRMLS #SR16130852

$375,000
12/15/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #584659557

$375,000
06/15/2016

Pending

CRMLS #SR16130852

—
06/15/2016

Pending

CLAW #SR16130852CN

—
06/14/2016

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #SR16130852

$315,000
06/14/2016

Listed (Active)

CLAW #SR16130852CN

$315,000
10/08/1997

Sold

CRMLS #1702635

$138,900
10/08/1997

Sold

CLAW #1702635IT

$138,900
10/08/1997

Sold

CRMLS #1702635

$138,900
07/31/1997

Pending

CLAW #1702635IT

—
06/11/1997

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #1702635

$139,900
06/11/1997

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #1702635

$139,900
06/11/1997

Listed (Active)

CLAW #1702635IT

$139,900

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

Public Records for 559 MacDonald Street

Taxable ValueLand$840,643Additions$210,160Total$1,050,803
Tax Record2025$12,225 ($1,019 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt911 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt911 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,285 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningPSR6CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5727-011-022

Schools near 559 MacDonald Street

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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559 MacDonald Street is a single family home for sale in Pasadena, CA 91103. This property was listed for sale on February 4, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $1,098,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on October 24, 2022. 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. 559 MacDonald Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,115 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Kerry Jackson, DRE #01977527

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