NOT LISTED FOR SALE

196 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 204 Pasadena, CA 91105

Lower Arroyo Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,954,000 - $3,494,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
3,250 Sq Ft
$1,483/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 17, 2022

Last sale price $2,895,000 $891 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,539/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Newly Remodeled
  • Filtered Pool
  • Auto Driveway Gate
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • View of Trees or Woods

About This Home

As of August 2022

The Grove at Ambassador Gardens offers an unmatched Pasadena living experience from its breathtaking grounds, state of the art amenities, and gorgeous architectural design. Built in 2015 as the second phase of the Ambassador Gardens residences, The Grove is distinguished for its amazing views of the famous Fowler Gardens and its award-winning California-Spanish style. The sprawling floor plan covering 3,295 square feet opens from the foyer and flows throughout this single level condominium gracefully. This home offers both formal and informal living and entertaining options from the open concept great room and kitchen with dual fireplace to the den and dining space. Featuring custom made fixtures, cabinets, and finishes throughout; every corner of the space is intentional and beautiful. The primary bedroom along with the additional bedrooms are all en-suite. With its own balcony, high ceilings, and gratuitous area, the primary bedroom is the epitome of luxury. The spa-like primary bathroom has a separate soaking tub, shower along with two separate vanities, and walk-in closet; maximizing the serenity of the space. A secondary bedroom currently used as a home office also has a private balcony. With its multiple sitting areas, bright open spaces, clean lines, and lush views this condominium feels like a single family residence. Unit amenities include laundry room, private elevator, and a four-car garage with a Telsa charger. The combination of its historic Pasadena location, connection to nature, and its smart living and modern design make The Grove one of Pasadena's most exclusive and luxurious residences. Easy access to commuting options close-by, a short distance to Old Town Pasadena, as well as some of the best schools, parks, and recreation in the area. A rare opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Luczyski

COMPASS License #01441706 Listed on: 07/12/2022

COMPASS

Co-Listed By

Cynthia Luczyski

COMPASS License #01100822

Last Buyer's Agent

Isaac Fast

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00896009

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,807

Year Built

  • Built in 2015 | Newly Remodeled

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn

HOA Fees

  • $1,483 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway
  • Auto Driveway Gate
  • Guest Parking
  • Controlled Entrance

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,250 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wired For Data
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Window Screens
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Filtered Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Living Room Balcony
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Mckinley Elementary School
  • Blair High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Tax Tract Number 463700
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5713013071

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • 21 Units
  • Ambassador Gardens Association, Phone Number (949) 450-0202
  • Action Property Management HOA
  • Maintained Community

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Security Service
  • Controlled Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,807

Year Built

Built in 2015 | Newly Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,483 per month

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: All appliances including washer, dryer
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Automatic Gate
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: PSRGSP-1B
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mediterranean
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5713013071
  • Year Built: 2015
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3250.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Wired for Data, Pantry, Balcony, Storage, Recessed Lighting, Living Room Balcony, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Built-in Features
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 890.77
  • Room Type: Family Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Foyer, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Office, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Library, Formal Entry
  • Window Features: Custom Covering, Screens, Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Soaking Tub, Separate Tub And Shower, Privacy Toilet Door, Exhaust Fan(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Butler's Pantry, Walk-In Pantry, Self-Closing Drawers, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors, Pots & Pan Drawers, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • View: Courtyard, Trees/Woods, Peek-A-Boo, Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground, Heated, Filtered, Association
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage - Single Door, Auto Driveway Gate, Gated, Driveway, Controlled Entrance, Side by Side, Guest
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Connected, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Connected, Electricity Available, Cable Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, 6 Burner Stove, Range Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Dryer Included, Washer Included, Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association Phone Extension: 3203
  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Insurance, Water, Trash, Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Security
  • Association Fee: 1482.55
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Ambassador Gardens
  • Phone: 949 450-0202
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Biking, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Curbs
  • Association Management: Action Property Management

Schools

  • Elementary School: McKinley
  • High School: Blair
  • Elementary School: McKinley
  • High School: Blair
  • Elementary School #2: MCKINL
  • High School2: BLAIR

Green Features

  • Green Location: Transportation, Walkability

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lawn, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 68824.80
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.5800

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 1.5800 Acres
  • Number Of Units In Community: 21
  • Waterfront Features: Stream

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Tract: 63103
  • Tax Tract Number: 463700

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2022
Sold by
Bello Douglas Wayne
Bought by
Bello Douglas W and Cunningham Glenn E
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
$3,264,104

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2022
Closed on
Aug 5, 2022
Sold by
Linda Carpenter Living Trust
Bought by
Bello Douglas Wayne and Cunningham Glenn Elliot
Seller's Agent
Lauren Luczyski
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Isaac Fast
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,895,000
Sold Price
$2,895,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.67%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2021
Closed on
Jun 9, 2021
Sold by
Warmuth David Scott and The David Scott Warmuth Living
Bought by
Carpenter Linda and The Linda Carpenter Living Tru
Seller's Agent
Eva Lin
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Seuylemezian
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
List Price
$2,650,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-1.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.17%
Original Mortgage
$823,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2016
Sold by
Warmuth David Scott
Bought by
Warmuth David Scott and David Scott Warmuth Living Tru

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2015
Sold by
City Ventures Homebuilding Llc
Bought by
Warmuth David Scott

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bello Douglas W -- --
Bello Douglas Wayne $2,895,000 Chicago Title
Carpenter Linda $2,600,000 Chicago Title Company
Warmuth David Scott -- None Available
Warmuth David Scott $2,300,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Carpenter Linda $823,000
Previous Owner Warmuth David Scott $200,000
Previous Owner Warmuth David Scott $350,000
Previous Owner Warmuth David Scott $1,320,000
Previous Owner Warmuth David Scott $1,320,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/17/2022 08/17/22 Sold $2,895,000 0.0% $891 / Sq Ft
07/28/2022 07/28/22 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2022 07/12/22 For Sale $2,895,000 +11.3% $891 / Sq Ft
07/09/2021 07/09/21 Sold $2,600,000 -1.9% $789 / Sq Ft
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2021 06/03/21 For Sale $2,650,000 0.0% $804 / Sq Ft
06/02/2021 06/02/21 Pending -- -- --
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Price Changed $2,650,000 +6.0% $804 / Sq Ft
04/07/2021 04/07/21 For Sale $2,500,000 +8.7% $759 / Sq Ft
01/23/2016 01/23/16 Sold $2,299,990 0.0% $698 / Sq Ft
09/13/2015 09/13/15 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2015 05/02/15 For Sale $2,299,990 -- $698 / 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
2024 $32,807 $2,952,900 $1,326,000 $1,626,900
2023 $29,842 $2,652,000 $1,878,840 $773,160
2022 $28,790 $2,600,000 $1,842,000 $758,000
2021 $27,243 $2,515,384 $1,640,468 $874,916
2020 $26,116 $2,489,593 $1,623,648 $865,945
2019 $26,195 $2,440,778 $1,591,812 $848,966
2018 $26,836 $2,392,920 $1,560,600 $832,320
2016 $8,828 $758,070 $221,470 $536,600
2015 $7,778 $158,818 $158,818 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lauren Luczyski

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Lauren Luczyski

    COMPASS

    (310) 613-6363

    3 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Lauren Luczyski
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  • Cynthia Luczyski

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Cynthia Luczyski

    COMPASS

    (626) 695-2311

    5 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Cynthia Luczyski
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  • Isaac Fast

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Isaac Fast

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (323) 791-5553

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Isaac Fast
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Gary Forecast

    Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Company

    (626) 422-5398

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Gary Forecast
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  • Eva Lin

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Eva Lin

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

    (626) 807-6581

    22 in this area

    312 Total Sales

    Eva Lin
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  • Kathy Seuylemezian

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Kathy Seuylemezian

    Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

    (818) 378-7928

    3 in this area

    93 Total Sales

    Kathy Seuylemezian
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-10406

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5713-013-071

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91105 Lower Arroyo

196 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 204, Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 196 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 204, Pasadena, CA 91105 since 12 July 2022 and is currently estimated at $3,264,104, approximately $1,004 per square foot. This property was built in 2015. 196 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 204 is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including McKinley School, Blair High School, and The Waverly School.

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