NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2391 Santa Rosa Ave Altadena, CA 91001

Estimated Value: $1,394,000 - $3,277,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
4,024 Sq Ft
$547/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 05, 2023

Last sale price $2,550,000 $634 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,975/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • John Muir High School Rated A-
  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

About This Home

As of January 2023

One of the crown jewels of Altadena, this magnificent 1922 Italian Revival, attributed to J. W. Woodworth & Son with Kenneth Gordon acting as the Architect, is sited on over one-half acre on thefamed Christmas Tree Lane. It exemplifies old world craftsmanship as well as the elegance and opulence of the Golden Age of architecture. Some of the incredible features in this 3,497 SF four bedroom, four bath home, plus an office and detached 527 SF guest house, includes a grand entry, tall covedceilings, appealing arches, gleaming hardwood floors, balconies, terraces, exquisite original wrought ironhardware, leaded glass built-ins, soaring Palladian windows, custom milled doors, as well as wonderful woodwork throughout. The residence has been lovingly cared for and has two exquisitely remodeled baths including the spa-like bathroom that adjoins the spacious primary suite that is wrapped inwindows and opens out to an expansive balcony that showcases sweeping views of our majestic San Gabriel Mountains.Your senses are captivated by the sheer beauty of the handsome architectural details and the soothing sunlit rooms. The property is unparalleled. In addition, there is a fully appointed guest house with kitchen and an extra 663 SF finished basement space plus a three-car garage.The gated, private lot is beautifully landscaped and surrounds the home with verdant vistas, a tranquiltrickling pond, numerous serene seating areas as well as a hand poured, welcoming firepit seating area.This is a true sanctuary with unlimited places to relax, celebrate or entertain. Welcome home to your own gated paradise in Altadena.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dhari Thein

COMPASS License #01403784 Listed on: 11/01/2022

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Blom

Deasy Penner Podley License #02055546

Deasy Penner Podley

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,502

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 4,024 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Tray Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Bonus Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Private Water Source

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 8-9
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5840021017

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,502

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Automatic Gate
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional, Spanish, Mediterranean
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5840021017
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 4024.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Pantry, In-Law Floorplan, Balcony, Tray Ceiling(s), Sunken Living Room, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Built-in Features
  • Stories: 3
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Area, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 658.30
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Primary Suite, Main Floor Bedroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Foyer, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Sun, Office, Living Room, Library, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Formal Entry, Entry, Den, Basement
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks In Bath(s), Bathtub, Main Floor Full Bath, Upgraded, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Shower, Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Butler's Pantry, Walk-In Pantry
  • Basement: Finished

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Terrace, Patio, Patio Open, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Foothills, Street Lights, Hiking

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26859.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6166

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: Yes
  • Lot Size Area: 26859.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 8-9

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2022
Closed on
Dec 12, 2022
Sold by
Griffin Sam Craig and Griffin Deborah L
Bought by
Livas Alfredo and Livas Vilma
Seller's Agent
Dhari Thein
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Blom
Deasy Penner Podley
List Price
$2,649,000
Sold Price
$2,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-3.74%
Current Estimated Value
$2,200,080

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$349,920
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.12%
Original Mortgage
$1,750,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,680,489
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$519,591

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2008
Sold by
Stowell John Andrew and Sutton Michelle Renee
Bought by
Griffin Sam Craig and Johnson Deborah L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2006
Sold by
Sirva Relocation Credit Llc
Bought by
Stowell John Andrew and Sutton Michelle Renee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,076,250
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2006
Sold by
Weinberg James S and Kesten Joanne L
Bought by
Sirva Relocation Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,076,250
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2005
Sold by
Weinberg James S and Kesten Joanne L
Bought by
Weinberg James S and Kesten Joanne L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2003
Sold by
Bodmer Richard J and Bodmer Karilyn Colegrove
Bought by
Weinberg James S and Kesten Joanne L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 1998
Sold by
Bodmer Richard J and Colegrove Bodmer Karilyn A
Bought by
Bodmer Richard J and Bodmer Karilyn Colegrove

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$411,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Livas Alfredo $2,550,000 Lawyers Title
Griffin Sam Craig $1,495,000 Equity Title Los Angeles
Stowell John Andrew $1,435,000 Stewart Title Guaranty Compa
Sirva Relocation Llc -- Stewart Title Guaranty Compa
Weinberg James S -- --
Weinberg James S $1,052,000 Equity Title Company
Bodmer Richard J -- Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Livas Alfredo $1,750,000
Previous Owner Griffin Sam Craig $1,000,000
Previous Owner Stowell John Andrew $1,076,250
Previous Owner Weinberg James S $650,000
Previous Owner Bodmer Richard J $411,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/05/2023 01/05/23 Sold $2,550,000 -3.7% $634 / Sq Ft
11/01/2022 11/01/22 For Sale $2,649,000 -- $658 / 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
2025 $29,502 $2,653,019 $1,777,211 $875,808
2024 $29,502 $2,601,000 $1,742,364 $858,636
2023 $21,508 $1,850,436 $1,237,753 $612,683
2022 $20,762 $1,814,154 $1,213,484 $600,670
2021 $19,751 $1,778,584 $1,189,691 $588,893
2020 $18,951 $1,760,348 $1,177,493 $582,855
2019 $19,003 $1,725,832 $1,154,405 $571,427
2018 $19,266 $1,691,993 $1,131,770 $560,223
2016 $18,686 $1,626,293 $1,087,823 $538,470
2015 $18,485 $1,601,865 $1,071,483 $530,382
2014 $18,088 $1,570,488 $1,050,495 $519,993
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-11864

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5840-021-017