1070 N Marengo Ave Pasadena, CA 91103
Orange Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,242/month
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- John Muir High School Rated A-
- Mountain View
- No HOA
About This Home
If 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.
Listing Agent
Justin Smith
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService Brokerage Phone: 626-222-2010 License #02018210 Listed on: 10/13/2025
Co-Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService Brokerage Phone: 626-222-2010 License #02026571
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,730
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 Room
- 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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $2,730 | $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 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2025 10/13/25 | For Sale | $1,149,000 | -- | $545 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executors Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Corporate Deed | $85,500 | First American Title Co | |
| Corporate Deed | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Trustee Deed | $77,638 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Trustee Deed | $52,200 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $106,000 | Gateway Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $63,825 | Assumption | |
| Previous Owner | $84,800 | No Value Available |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: AR25236747
APN: 5729-018-006
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