870 S San Rafael Ave

Pasadena, CA 91105

$7,150,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
6,469 Sq. Ft.
$1,105 / Sq. Ft.
6,469
Sq. Ft.
$1,105
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 6/2/21
Sold 6/2/21

Description

The Allen House, 1923, by Johnson, Kaufmann & Coate. Constructed during the Golden Age of Period Revival construction in Pasadena, the home today retains its integrity, with significant historic fabric complementing later updating of the kitchen & baths. Prominently sited on 1.25 acres in the exclusive South San Rafael neighborhood, the residence commands one of the finest panoramic views across the City to the San Gabriel Mountains, and out to snow-capped Mt San Antonio from its bluff top on the...The Allen House, 1923, by Johnson, Kaufmann & Coate. Constructed during the Golden Age of Period Revival construction in Pasadena, the home today retains its integrity, with significant historic fabric complementing later updating of the kitchen & baths. Prominently sited on 1.25 acres in the exclusive South San Rafael neighborhood, the residence commands one of the finest panoramic views across the City to the San Gabriel Mountains, and out to snow-capped Mt San Antonio from its bluff top on the edge of the Arroyo Seco. A long private drive ascends past the restored guesthouse & garages to a generous parking plaza fronting the formal main residence. The property's far reaching views, coupled with the serenity enjoyed here make for a truly rare offering, affording a classic & gracious Pasadena lifestyle. Residence incl 6 BR, 8 BA, office, large open modern kitchen, butler's pantry, formal dining, library/fam room, sunroom, fireplace, 2 laundries, lrg basement, guest hs, 3-car garage, pool, spa, fountain, outdoor kitchen, gas firepit, remote access controls.
  1. Listed by Christina Hildebrand • DRE #01394146 • Brokerage DRE #01206926 • Crosby Doe Associates, Inc.

Property Details for 870 South San Rafael Avenue

Zoning
PSR2
Style
Architectural
Parcel Number
5717014013
Living Area
6469
Source Living Area
Appraiser
Area
Pasadena SW (647)
Lot Size Area
54343
Source Lot Size Area
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2021 07:53 PM

Property Details for 870 South San Rafael Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #20-556232
Days on Market308
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1923
Lot Size1.25 AC / 54,343 SF
CountyLos Angeles County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Crosby Doe Associates, Inc., Christina Hildebrand, DRE #01394146

Sold By Compass, Dalton Gomez, DRE #01980961

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Building Information for 870 South San Rafael Avenue

Stories2Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size1.25 AC / 54,343 SF

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 870 South San Rafael Avenue

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Number Of Units: 0
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Other
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Bluff, Bridge, Mountains, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • View: Bluff, Bridge(s), Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Maids Room: true
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: As Is
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 54343
  • Geocode Override: 0.0
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Above Street Level, Circular Driveway, Door Opener, Driveway, Garage - 3 Car, Garage Is Detached, Parking for Guests
  • Parking Features: Driveway Down Slope From Street, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Garage - Three Door, Guest
  • Attached Garage: No
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Basement, Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Library, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Sun, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Rooms: Basement, Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Crafts, Dining Room, Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest House, Library, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Pantry, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Powder, Study/Office, Sun, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central, Multi/Zone
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Freezer
  • Interior Features: 2 Staircases, Basement, Built-Ins
  • Room Kitchen Features: Walk-In Pantry, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Marble Counters, Pantry, Remodeled
  • Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Bathroom Features: Powder Room, Remodeled, Steam Shower
  • Bedroom Features: Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Free Standing Gas, Oven-Gas
  • Laundry: Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated And Filtered, In Ground, Pool Cover, Private
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Pool Cover, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: In Ground
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Windows: Skylights
  • Exterior Construction: Combination
  • Other Structures: GuestHouse
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 03-05-2020

Property History for 870 South San Rafael Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 2, 2021

Sold

CLAW #20-556232

$7,150,000—
Jun 2, 2021

Sold

CRMLS #20556232

$7,150,000—
May 20, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1462215549

$7,150,000

+0.7% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/02/2021

Sold

CLAW #20-556232

$7,150,000
06/02/2021

Sold

CRMLS #20556232

$7,150,000
05/20/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1462215549

$7,150,000

+0.7% / yr

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

Public Records for 870 South San Rafael Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,329,728Additions$3,450,652Total$7,780,380
Tax Record2025$88,719 ($7,393 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt5,909 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,909 SqFtStories2Lot Size54,346 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923ZoningPSR2CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5717-014-013

Schools near 870 South San Rafael Avenue

This home is within Pasadena Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
San Rafael Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Blair High School
Public - 6 to 12
Rose City High (Continuation) School
Public - 9 to 12
Odyssey Charter School - South
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
San Rafael Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Blair High School
Public6 to 12

Rose City High (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

Odyssey Charter School - South
CharterK to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Crosby Doe Associates, Inc., Christina Hildebrand, DRE #01394146

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