$1,050,000
SOLD JUL 1, 2025

1233 Sonoma Dr Altadena, CA 91001

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,049 Sq Ft
9,460 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,001 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Pasadena High School Rated A
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Bathtub

About This Home

As of July 2025

A Rare Opportunity on One of Altadena’s Most Coveted Streets.
Welcome to 1233 Sonoma Drive, a true gem nestled on one of the few remaining historic blocks in Altadena—where every home was miraculously spared by the fires. Situated on an expansive, nearly 10,000 sq ft lot, this property offers endless potential for a new family or an investor. The home boasts solid bones and is primed for its next chapter. With a bit of vision and TLC, it can be beautifully restored—or start fresh and build the custom home of your dreams. The spacious flat lot easily accommodates an ADU, pool, basketball court, or many other possibilities. Surrounded by magnificent character homes, opportunities like this are increasingly rare in such a timeless, sought-after neighborhood. Property is sold as-is. Don’t miss your chance to create something truly special in this classic Altadena enclave.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Montoya

FM Realtors Brokerage Phone: 626-277-7135 License #02115691 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Co-Listed By

Mina Melika

Mina Melika - Broker Brokerage Phone: 626-277-7135 License #02102166

Last Buyer's Agent

Haik Bokhchalian

JohnHart Real Estate License #01325511

JohnHart Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,793

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 9,460 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned LCR175

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,049 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Wall Furnace
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 11
  • Tax Tract Number 10217
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5847012011
  • $598 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,793

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Number: 626-277-7135
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: LCR175
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5847012011
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1049.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: /
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1000.95
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Heating Type: Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Golf, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Pasadena Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9460.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2172

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 9460.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4612.00
  • Tax Lot: 11
  • Tax Tract Number: 10217
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 598.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
Melimont Llc
Bought by
Ter-Nersesian Andranik and Ovakimyan Ani
Seller's Agent
David Montoya
FM Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Haik Bokhchalian
JohnHart Real Estate
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
16.8%
Views
25

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-98.69%
Original Mortgage
$816,000
Outstanding Balance
$815,306
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$40,175

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Mar 31, 2025
Sold by
Cobb Judith A
Bought by
Melimont Llc
Seller's Agent
Emily Sinclair
ACME Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Emily Sinclair
ACME Real Estate
List Price
$743,000
Sold Price
$753,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
1.35%
Views
1

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$621,225
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,050,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $753,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $816,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $621,225 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Sold $1,050,000 +16.8% $1,001 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $899,000 +19.4% $857 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Sold $753,000 +1.3% $718 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 For Sale $743,000 -- $708 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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
2024 $2,793 $206,490 $82,629 $123,861
2023 $2,763 $202,442 $81,009 $121,433
2022 $2,671 $198,473 $79,421 $119,052
2021 $2,515 $194,582 $77,864 $116,718
2019 $2,426 $188,812 $75,555 $113,257
2018 $2,438 $185,111 $74,074 $111,037
2016 $2,352 $177,925 $71,199 $106,726
2015 $2,326 $175,253 $70,130 $105,123
2014 $2,291 $171,821 $68,757 $103,064
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25114927

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5847-012-011