1538 East California Boulevard

Pasadena, CA 91106

$4,975,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,993 Sq. Ft.
$1,246 / Sq. Ft.
3,993
Sq. Ft.
$1,246
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own this architectural masterpiece behind private gates in one of Pasadenas most coveted enclaves. Designed and built by Buff & Hensman. Recent four year expansion & renovation. Large motor court. Multiple fruit-bearing trees. Secret garden & waterfall. Fairytale bridge atop koi pond. Slate-slab lined foyer. Showcase 2-story library w/ custom built walnut bookshelves. Great room with high ceilings, fireplace & sweeping backyard views. Formal dining room, chefs kitchen w/Miele...Rare opportunity to own this architectural masterpiece behind private gates in one of Pasadenas most coveted enclaves. Designed and built by Buff & Hensman. Recent four year expansion & renovation. Large motor court. Multiple fruit-bearing trees. Secret garden & waterfall. Fairytale bridge atop koi pond. Slate-slab lined foyer. Showcase 2-story library w/ custom built walnut bookshelves. Great room with high ceilings, fireplace & sweeping backyard views. Formal dining room, chefs kitchen w/Miele & Gaggenau appliances, Leicht cabinetry, slab marble countertops, center island. Backyard loggia, outdoor kitchen, firepit, heated 55 pool, spa & shower. 70 wisteria-framed Pergola. Rosemary, blueberry, pomegranate, key lime, fig, fuyu persimmon & pineapple guava trees. 1st level rooms include guest suite, bathroom w/shower, family room w/fireplace, laundry room. Two master suites on 2nd level with walk-in closets & marble bathrooms w/soaking tubs & heated floors. Master balcony with inspiring views. Fourth large bedroom overlooks front yard. Poulsen lights, 3 new HVAC units, heated slab basalt floors (1st level), Carlisle wide-plank solid walnut floors (2nd level), new electrical & copper plumbing, Dornbracht plumbing fixtures, 11 skylights, Fleetwood double-paned windows, water filtration, security system, wired Sonos entertainment, sprinkler, drip irrigation.
  1. Listed by Jeffrey Shore • DRE #01801075 • Brokerage DRE #00824452 • Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 1538 East California Boulevard

Water Front
None
Zoning
PSR2
Style
Architectural
Parcel Number
5327010030
Living Area
3993
Source Living Area
Vendor Enhanced
Area
Pasadena SE (648)
Lot Size Area
24197

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Jeffrey Shore, DRE #01801075

Sold By Keller Williams Beverly Hills, Timothy Gavin, DRE #01997312

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/09/2021 03:53 PM

Property Details for 1538 East California Boulevard

StatusSold
MLS #21-723772
Days on Market42
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1984
Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,197 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Jeffrey Shore, DRE #01801075

Sold By Keller Williams Beverly Hills, Timothy Gavin, DRE #01997312

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Building Information for 1538 East California Boulevard

Stories2Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,197 SF

Payment Calculator

$31,911 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$27,151

Property Taxes

$4,760

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1538 East California Boulevard

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: Other, Pool, Tree Top
  • View: Pool
  • Security Features: Automatic Gate, Gated
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Water Heater Features: Tankless
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • Disclosures: Easements
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Horse: No
  • Lot Acreage: 0.5555
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 24197
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Automatic Gate, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot-Level/Flat
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: Private, Driveway Gate, Garage - 2 Car
  • Total Parking: 2
  • Garage Spaces Total: 2
  • Parking Features: Private, Garage - Two Door
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Office, Library, Two Masters, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Rooms: Breakfast Area, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Office, Patio Covered, Library, Patio Open, Two Masters, Walk-In Closet, Study/Office, Walk-In Pantry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Great Room, Library, Fire Pit
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Great Room, Library, Gas and Wood, Fire Pit
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 1
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central, Multi/Zone, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Radiant, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace, Radiant, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Marble, Stone Tile, Other
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Barbeque, Built-Ins, Dishwasher, Freezer, Water Filter, Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Cable, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Phone System, Satellite, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Line to Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
  • Interior Features: Bidet, Built-Ins, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Detached/No Common Walls, Open Floor Plan, Other, Pre-wired for high speed Data, Recessed Lighting, Storage Space, Turnkey, Two Story Ceilings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Walk-In Pantry
  • Kitchen Features: Marble Counters, Skylight(s), Remodeled, Island, Gourmet Kitchen, Counter Top, Open to Family Room, Pantry
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bidet, Linen Closet/Storage, Remodeled, Shower in Tub, Shower
  • Bathroom Features: 2 Master Baths, Bidet, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall
  • Bedroom Features: 2 Master Bedrooms, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • Cooking Appliances: Built-In BBQ, Built-In Gas, Convection Oven, Cooktop - Gas, Double Oven, Microwave, Oven, Oven-Electric, Range Hood, Range, Warmer Oven Drawer
  • Laundry: Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Rm, In Kitchen, Kitchen Island
  • Eating Area: Family Kitchen, In Kitchen
  • TV Services: Cable TV
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Pool Features: Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Tennis: No
  • Tennis Court: None
  • Roof: Composition
  • Sprinklers: Drip System, Sprinkler System, Sprinkler Timer
  • Patio Features: Covered, Covered Porch, Balcony, Rock/Stone
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Windows: Skylights, Double Pane Windows
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structural Features: Balcony, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Koi Pond, Sprinkler System, Barbecue Private, Energy Efficient, Partial Copper Plumbing
  • Other Structures: Other
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Entry Date: 04-30-2021

Property History for 1538 East California Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1538 East California Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$3,544,500Additions$1,530,000Total$5,074,500
Tax Record2023$57,120 ($4,760 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,993 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,993 SqFtLot Size24,197 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1984ZoningPSR2CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5327-010-030

Schools near 1538 East California Boulevard

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
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hamilton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Pasadena High School
Public9 to 12

Rose City High (Continuation) School
Public9 to 12

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