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Iconic Pasadena neighborhood
At the turn of the century, many millionaires were drawn to Pasadena for its beautiful weather, proximity to Los Angeles and the beautiful homes of Lower Arroyo. While the famous residents of "Millionaires Row” and some of their estates are things of the past, many of these historic homes remain. Lower Arroyo continues to entice residents with its classic architecture and convenience. “Pasadena as a whole is a wonderful area to live in,” says Aida Dimejian, a Realtor who has been selling in Pasadena for many years. “I think most people move to the area because it’s a world-renowned city. People who buy around the Arroyo want an older home.”
Million-dollar homes around old Millionaire’s Row
Low-pitched gable roofs of Craftsman homes and red tile of Spanish-revival roofs stretch up through the dense canopy of mature trees. Most homes in the neighborhood are from the 1910s to the 1950s and have been carefully maintained and updated over the years. They sit on manicured yards, perfect for enjoying the balmy Pasadena weather.
"It’s probably one of the most unique neighborhoods in all of Pasadena because you have something for everyone, architecturally speaking. There are starter homes and then as you get closer to Avenue 64, there are huge mansions. There are condos and townhouses, too,” says Kevin Kwan, Realtor and owner of Kevin Kwan Real Estate Group. Dimejian echoed the sentiment, saying, “It’s an area where you find larger lots and homes that have different architectural features. The houses are unique, not cookie-cutter. They’re older homes, and it's an older, established community.”
Millionaire’s Row along Orange Grove Boulevard was once the domain of illustrious owners such as the Wrigley family of Wrigley’s Gum and the Harkness family of Standard Oil. Nowadays, the street has swapped famous millionaire residents for sought-after million-dollar properties. The popular townhouses along Orange Grove Boulevard sell from just over $1 million to $2.5 million. Craftsmen homes dominate the neighborhood, ranging in price from $1.8 million to more than $4 million. Century-old Mediterranean villas, often landmarks of the neighborhood identifiable for their adorned stucco features and remembered for their previous owners, sell from over $4 million to more than $6 million.
You will fInd large Craftsman homes in Lower Arroyo.
Lower Arroyo has beautiful Mediterranean Villas nestled within the community.
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Namesake park and community garden
The neighborhood earned its name from its proximity to Pasadena’s iconic Arroyo Seco Park. The 70 park borders the neighborhood to the west, giving residents easy access to the winding trails, an archery range, one bridle path and a lighted casting pond. Dimejian says, “The Arroyo Seco has beautiful lush vegetation and the Colorado Bridge. It's great for hiking, biking, walking, and equestrian activities. Lots of people enjoy spending time there.” The sprawl of the arroyo includes Desiderio Neighborhood Park, home of the iconic Colorado Street Bridge.
The neighborhood also encompasses the small Defenders Park, Singer Park, which has picnic tables and a children’s play area, as well as Arlington Garden, Pasadena’s only dedicated public garden. The garden is free to visit and hosts events like gardening workshops and birdwatching.
Visit Arlington Garden a beautiful lush garden, used for filming & photo shoots.
Bring your kids to ride bikes or scooters at Lower Arroyo park.
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Colorado Boulevard retail and restaurants
“You’re very close to everything, which just makes it a wonderful place to live,” says Dimejian. “You’re close to shopping on Colorado Boulevard and Old Pasadena.”
On Colorado Boulevard, which runs across the top of the neighborhood, residents can shop for essentials at Ralphs. Further down in Old Pasadena, shoppers browse the dozens of local and national retailers lining the outdoor shopping district. Residents will also find Target, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods along the busy thoroughfare, as well as many dining options. Residents enjoy meals out at a diverse array of restaurants, having access to American favorites and international cuisine.
Grocery shop at Trader Joes a local favorite in Lower Arroyo.
Local coffee shops and hidden gems can be found throughout the Lower Arroyo neighborhood.
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Front-row seats to the Rose Bowl Parade in the front yard
Pasadena is famous for the Rose Bowl, an annual football game and accompanying parade. The parade’s route loops through the neighborhood, so some homeowners will be able to enjoy the event from their front porch.
International education and local schools
Most kids will attend the Mckinley School from kindergarten through 5th grade, which earned a B-minus from Niche. Students then transition to Blair High School, rated A-minus, which teaches grades sixth through twelfth. Students can opt into both Armenian and Spanish language immersion programs as well as the school’s International Baccalaureate program.
Kids can attend McKinley School a local elementary school for its residents.
One of Lower Arroyo's High School is Blair High which teaches grades sixth through twelfth.
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Transportation:
With Colorado Boulevard running through the top of the neighborhood, it's easy for residents to get around and access all that the city has to offer. The neighborhood also enjoys proximity to state highways 710, 210 and 134. Central Los Angeles is only 10 miles away, and can usually be reached in 15 minutes. Dimejian says the traffic is usually not too bad on the way to LA.
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Lower Arroyo Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Arroyo, Pasadena sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Arroyo, Pasadena over the last 12 months is $1,615,750, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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