1561 Gaywood Dr Altadena, CA 91001
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,162
Sq Ft
0.92
Acres
Highlights
- Tennis Courts
- Sound Studio
- In Ground Pool
- Pasadena High School Rated A
- Home Theater
- Primary Bedroom Suite
About This Home
As of September 2024On a quiet cul-de-sac in the Altadena foothills and first time on the market, this one acre single level mid century estate designed and built by a renowned audiophile inventor, and is the laboratory of the (Don) Leslie speaker. Upon arrival, the entry posts welcomes you and leads to a motor court and a 5 bedroom, 5 bath home with a studio (possible ADU?) and workshop (totaling an additional 760 sf), dressing rooms, north/south tennis court, pool, and a 3-car garage. The interior offers spacious living and family rooms, built-in bar, dining room, gourmet kitchen with island, and a home office/bedroom perfect for working from home. Relax and entertain in paradise with a resort-style lap pool, outdoor patio and terrace, lots of open yard space ready for your imagination. Other highlights include a 400 amp service, a custom engineered sprinkler system, an intercom system, and the big highlight is a fully functional pipe organ system with a literal wall of sound. A convenient 3-car garage with motor court offers ample parking for guests. The vacant lot next door is also for sale at MLS # P1-11196 and offers a great opportunity to expand the current home or build a second or third home with ADU's. Close to many hiking trailheads and parks, and minutes away from the Altadena Town & Country Club, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. License #01164731 Listed on: 09/09/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $31,966
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 0.92 Acre Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Chain Link Fence
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Circular Driveway
- Driveway Up Slope From Street
Property Views
- Panoramic
- Mountain
- Hills
- Neighborhood
- Courtyard
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 4,162 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Custom Window Coverings
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Sound Studio
- Storage
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- <<doubleOvenToken>>
- Electric Cooktop
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Home Security
- Intercom
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Diving Board
Outdoor Features
- Tennis Courts
- Fireplace in Patio
- Open Patio
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Terrace
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
- Front Porch
Location
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Private Water Source
- Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 460101
- Assessor Parcel Number 5844026028
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2024
Closed on
Aug 19, 2024
Sold by
Linda N Weil Revocable Trust and Weil Linda N
Bought by
Hoopes Alexis and Desario Matthew
Seller's Agent
Jan Greteman
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jacen Crehan
Seven Gables Real Estate
List Price
$3,850,000
Sold Price
$3,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-2.6%
Views
81
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-22.44%
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,978,778
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$73,614
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 9, 2022
Closed on
Jan 11, 2023
Sold by
Leslie Family Trust
Bought by
Leslie James Brian and Leslie Scott Donald
Seller's Agent
Michael Bell
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jan Greteman
Compass
List Price
$3,000,000
Sold Price
$2,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-9.17%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.35%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 9, 2022
Closed on
Jan 10, 2023
Sold by
Leslie Family Trust
Bought by
Linda N Weil Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Michael Bell
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jan Greteman
Compass
List Price
$3,000,000
Sold Price
$2,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-9.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2005
Sold by
Leslie Carolyn Scott and The Leslie Family Trust
Bought by
Leslie Carolyn Scott and Trust A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,750,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Deed | -- | Usa National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $2,725,000 | Usa National Title | |
| Deed | -- | Usa National Title | |
| Deed | -- | Usa National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $3,000,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | For Sale | $2,590,000 | -30.9% | -- |
| 09/30/2024 09/30/24 | Sold | $3,750,000 | -2.6% | $721 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2024 08/12/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2024 05/28/24 | For Sale | $3,850,000 | +41.3% | $740 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2023 02/07/23 | Sold | $2,725,000 | -4.4% | $655 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2022 12/16/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/25/2022 11/25/22 | Price Changed | $2,850,000 | -5.0% | $685 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2022 09/09/22 | For Sale | $3,000,000 | -- | $721 / Sq Ft |
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $31,966 | $2,779,500 | $1,938,000 | $841,500 |
| 2023 | $5,431 | $359,948 | $81,745 | $278,203 |
| 2022 | $5,270 | $352,892 | $80,143 | $272,749 |
| 2021 | $4,867 | $345,973 | $78,572 | $267,401 |
| 2019 | $4,712 | $335,714 | $76,243 | $259,471 |
| 2018 | $4,230 | $329,133 | $74,749 | $254,384 |
| 2016 | $4,054 | $316,355 | $71,848 | $244,507 |
| 2015 | $4,010 | $311,604 | $70,769 | $240,835 |
| 2014 | $3,947 | $305,501 | $69,383 | $236,118 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ramiro Rivas
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ramiro Rivas
The Agency
(626) 497-4606
10 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Erica Rivas
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Erica Rivas
The Agency
(818) 257-1054
8 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
Jan Greteman
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jan Greteman
Compass
(626) 975-4033
9 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Jacen Crehan
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jacen Crehan
Seven Gables Real Estate
(626) 789-5556
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Michael Bell
Seller's Agent in 2023
Michael Bell
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
(626) 796-4100
14 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
Katherine Orth
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Katherine Orth
Compass
(626) 688-0418
9 in this area
51 Total Sales
Map
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: P1-11197
APN: 5844-026-028
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