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Seller's Agent in 2025
Justin Smith
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
1070 N Marengo Ave Pasadena, CA 91103
Orange Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,177,000 - $1,435,225
4
Beds
5
Baths
2,107
Sq Ft
$637/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Mountain View
- No HOA
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Balcony
About This Home
As of December 2025If every house tells a story, what tales the Emma M. Black House would tell! Designed by famed architects Greene and Greene, this 1903 character filled home is a testament to craftsmanship, pride of ownership, and Southern California living. Moved from its original location on Pasadena’s Madison Avenue in 1999, this historically designated property is at home in the Garfield Heights Historic District and offers both style and functionality. The 3-bedroom/ 4-bathroom main house greets you with a welcoming porch, gleaming hardwood floors, and lovely period windows that bathe the home in natural light. The three upstairs bedrooms offer amazing views of the San Gabriel mountains and surrounding picturesque neighborhood, with the primary and secondary bedrooms having their own full ensuite bathrooms and the third its own private balcony overlooking the canopy of Oak and Deodar Cedar trees. Amazingly, the home features a roughly 800-square basement, a rare find that invites customization in catering to an array of lifestyle needs. The modern convenience of two washer-dryer hookups on both the first and second floors blends beautifully with more charming aspects like the peekaboo windows in the walk-in closets, pocket doors between the living room and family room and the built-ins adorning the cozy kitchen. The sweet one-bedroom/ one-bathroom cottage with kitchenette awaits rejuvenation, offering the opportunity to reimagine an existing space to suit your own personal invention and taste. With a deep, private lot allowing plenty of parking, and a 2-car garage perfect for storage or enjoying hobbies, this beautifully landscaped home is a true one of a kind Pasadena treasure.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Justin Smith
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService Brokerage Phone: 626-222-2010 License #02018210 Listed on: 10/13/2025
Co-Listed By
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService Brokerage Phone: 626-222-2010 License #02026571
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 7,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 142
- West Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Front Yard
- Property is zoned PSR6
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
Property Views
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,107 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Wood Frame Window
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
- Front Porch
Additional Homes
- Detached Guest House
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Standard Electricity
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Greene and Greene
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 6 / 18
- Tax Tract Number 5729
- Assessor Parcel Number 5729018006
- $606 per year additional tax assessments
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Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 13, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Justin Smith
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Mosbaugh
Backbeat Homes
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,352,000
Premium/Discount to List
$203,000
17.67%
Views
241
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,444
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.14%
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Interest Rate
0.0627%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,352,000 | California Title Company | ||
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | First American Title Co | ||
| $85,500 | First American Title Co | ||
| $77,638 | Chicago Title Co | ||
| $52,200 | Chicago Title Co | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $106,000 | Gateway Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $740,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $954,225 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 12/02/25 | Sold | $1,352,000 | +17.7% | $642 / Sq Ft |
| 10/22/2025 10/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/13/2025 10/13/25 | For Sale | $1,149,000 | -- | $545 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 | $2,971 | $204,979 | $49,370 | $155,609 |
| 2024 | $2,730 | $200,960 | $48,402 | $152,558 |
| 2023 | $2,704 | $197,020 | $47,453 | $149,567 |
| 2022 | $2,618 | $193,158 | $46,523 | $146,635 |
| 2021 | $2,510 | $189,371 | $45,611 | $143,760 |
| 2020 | $2,425 | $187,430 | $45,144 | $142,286 |
| 2019 | $2,426 | $183,756 | $44,259 | $139,497 |
| 2018 | $2,378 | $180,154 | $43,392 | $136,762 |
| 2017 | $2,339 | $176,623 | $42,542 | $134,081 |
| 2016 | $2,266 | $173,160 | $41,708 | $131,452 |
| 2015 | $2,239 | $170,560 | $41,082 | $129,478 |
| 2014 | $2,209 | $167,220 | $40,278 | $126,942 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kim Grimes
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Kim Grimes
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(626) 485-4757
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
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Jennifer Mosbaugh
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Mosbaugh
Backbeat Homes
(310) 980-1304
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
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Steve Clark
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Steve Clark
Backbeat Homes
(818) 519-9363
4 in this area
159 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: AR25236747
APN: 5729-018-006
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