$3,000,000
SOLD MAY 29, 2025
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,968 Sq Ft
0.31 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,011 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home fronts a pond
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Flooring
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Retreat
  • Great Room

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled in the prestigious Lower Arroyo and historic Busch Gardens neighborhood, this timeless 1956 traditional home includes a harmonious blend of classic charm and natural beauty. Thoughtfully maintained, the residence is embraced by lush greenery, seamlessly integrating with the landscape's gentle slopes and mature trees. The grandfathered three-level waterfall, a rare nod to the area's rich history, enhances the serene setting, creating a true retreat in one of Pasadena's most coveted locations.Inside, oak wood flooring spans throughout, complemented by abundant natural light and picturesque views from every room. The spacious living room, complete with French doors, a fireplace and built in cabinetry, flows effortlessly into the dining area and gourmet kitchen, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. The primary ensuite and office are conveniently situated on the main level, with two additional bedrooms located off the expansive great room downstairs, with its deck overlooking the waterfall. Additional highlights include ample storage, a dedicated laundry room, cedar lined closets, a partially finished basement, and a two-car garage. Outdoors, three levels of stone terraced patios provide enchanting spaces to enjoy coffee in tranquil surroundings mornings and entertaining guest. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Pasadena's history while enjoying modern comforts in an idyllic setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathleen Bywater

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic License #01991093 Listed on: 04/07/2025

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Dou

Star Max Realty License #02031446

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,510

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • East Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Irregular Lot
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Back and Side Yard Sprinklers
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Pond
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Patio Home
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,968 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Formal Entry
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Center Hall
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Stone Porch or Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1455
  • Tax Tract Number 463900
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5717009004
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,510

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5717009004
  • Year Built: 1956
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2968.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: Main level front door, and Garage entrance
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1010.78
  • Room Type: Basement, Main Floor Bedroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Retreat, Office, Living Room, Library, Great Room, Formal Entry, Family Room, Entry, Center Hall
  • Basement: Unfinished

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: East
  • View: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Pond
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Stone
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Dryer Included, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Drip System, Patio Home, Irregular Lot, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13367.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3069

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 13367.0000 Square Feet
  • Waterfront Features: Pond

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1455
  • Tax Tract: 14555
  • Tax Tract Number: 463900

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Joellyn Kapp Murphy Trust and Murphy Joellyn Kapp
Bought by
Dou Kyle Jonathan and Dou Yu
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Bywater
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Buyer's Agent
Julie Dou
Star Max Realty
List Price
$2,875,000
Sold Price
$3,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
4.35%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
$3,070,129

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,129
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.74%
Original Mortgage
$2,250,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,244,246
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$825,883

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2018
Sold by
Murphy Joellyn K
Bought by
Murphy Joollyn Kapp and The Joellyn Kapp Murphy Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2002
Sold by
Harrill Barbara Clarke and The Jesse Jenkins Iii & Barbar
Bought by
Murphy Joellyn Kapp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
5.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2000
Sold by
Harrill Jesse J and Harrill Barbara C
Bought by
Harrill Jesse Jenkins and Harrill Barbara Clarke
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,000,000 California Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Grant Deed $750,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $439,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $450,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $426,050 Unknown
Previous Owner $428,400 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Sold $3,000,000 +4.3% $1,011 / Sq Ft
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2025 04/07/25 For Sale $2,875,000 -- $969 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,510 $1,107,959 $812,215 $295,744
2024 $12,510 $1,086,236 $796,290 $289,946
2023 $12,404 $1,064,938 $780,677 $284,261
2022 $11,974 $1,044,058 $765,370 $278,688
2021 $11,479 $1,023,587 $750,363 $273,224
2019 $11,048 $993,228 $728,107 $265,121
2018 $11,224 $973,754 $713,831 $259,923
2016 $10,857 $935,944 $686,113 $249,831
2015 $10,738 $921,886 $675,807 $246,079
2014 $10,512 $903,828 $662,569 $241,259
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-21506

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5717-009-004