NOT LISTED FOR SALE

243 N San Rafael Ave Pasadena, CA 91105

Linda Vista Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,513,000 - $5,926,413

9 Beds
10 Baths
10,731 Sq Ft
$540/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 15, 2024

Last sale price $5,500,000 $513 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $31,268/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • In Ground Pool
  • Panoramic View
  • John Muir High School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2.1 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of August 2024

Significant architectural restoration opportunity. Private and palatial 1930 French Norman Estate designed by Marston & Maybury, 10,731+ sqft residence, strikingly elevated on a 2.1 acre promontory above Annandale Golf Club and accessed via long, ascending gated drive from North San Rafael Avenue. A true grandeur of yesteryear - spanning three main levels, with notable four story conical-roofed tower and separate garage wing with chauffeur residence. Opulent public reception, with Great Room and Solarium spaces providing space for regal entertaining. Commercial sized kitchen, adjacent staff quarters and laundry. Additionally; office study, library and large nursery room. Total bedrooms, 9. Total bathrooms, 10. Terraces, broad great lawn, swimmers pool, large motor court, wine cellar, workshop, safe room and cascading water fountain, to highlight a few. Masterfully crafted in 1930 with the finest materials, finishes and details - with most elements in their original, archived condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Penner

COMPASS License #01394929 Listed on: 05/15/2024

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Archie Robb

Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge License #02002291

Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,580

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 2.1 Acre Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • 5708-020-011 and 5708-020-004

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Three Garage Doors
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • French Architecture
  • Major Repairs Completed

Interior Spaces

  • 10,731 Sq Ft Home
  • Entryway
  • Wine Cellar
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 9 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • No Heating
  • Sewer Paid

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3, 4
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5708020011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,580

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Security System
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: French
  • Property Condition: Repairs Major
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5708020011
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 10731.00 Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 7
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 512.53
  • Room Type: Entry, Primary Suite, Kitchen, Workshop, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar, Utility Room, Office, Living Room, Library, Guest/Maid's Quarters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • View: City Lights, Trees/Woods, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Brick
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage - Three Door, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Additional Parcels Description: 5708-020-011 and 5708-020-004
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 91476.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.1000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 2.1000 Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 3, 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2024
Closed on
Aug 8, 2024
Sold by
Blank Marital Trust and Matejic Alexandra
Bought by
Tourje David and Tourje Linda
Seller's Agent
George Penner
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Archie Robb
Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge
List Price
$5,500,000
Sold Price
$5,500,000
Views
169
Current Estimated Value
$5,794,353

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$294,353
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.64%
Original Mortgage
$3,850,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,807,097
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,987,256

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2024
Closed on
Jul 3, 2024
Sold by
Blank Marital Trust and Matejic Alexandra
Bought by
Tourje David and Tourje Linda
Seller's Agent
George Penner
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Archie Robb
Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge
List Price
$5,500,000
Sold Price
$5,500,000
Views
169

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$3,850,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,807,097
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,987,256

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2008
Sold by
Blank Jacqueline A and The Norman R & Jacqueline A Bl
Bought by
Blank Jacqueline A and The Blank Marital Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 1994
Sold by
Blank Jacqueline A
Bought by
Blank Norman R
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Tourje David $5,500,000 Lawyers Title
Tourje David $5,500,000 Lawyers Title
Blank Jacqueline A -- None Available
Blank Norman R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tourje David $3,850,000
Closed Tourje David $3,850,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/15/2024 08/15/24 Sold $5,500,000 0.0% $513 / Sq Ft
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2024 05/15/24 For Sale $5,500,000 -- $513 / 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 $6,580 $5,490,000 $3,600,000 $1,890,000
2024 $6,580 $428,515 $188,664 $239,851
2023 $6,518 $420,114 $184,965 $235,149
2022 $6,311 $411,878 $181,339 $230,539
2021 $6,017 $403,803 $177,784 $226,019
2019 $5,832 $391,828 $172,512 $219,316
2018 $5,746 $384,146 $169,130 $215,016
2016 $5,436 $369,230 $162,563 $206,667
2015 $5,375 $363,685 $160,122 $203,563
2014 $5,333 $356,562 $156,986 $199,576
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • G

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    George Penner

    COMPASS

    (626) 807-8558

    4 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    George Penner
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  • Archie Robb

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Archie Robb

    Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge

    (213) 239-3392

    2 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Archie Robb
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-17671

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5708-020-011

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91105 Linda Vista

243 N San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 243 N San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 since 15 May 2024 and is currently estimated at $5,794,353, approximately $539 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 243 N San Rafael Ave is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Octavia E. Butler Magnet, John Muir High School, and PUC CALS Middle School and Early College High.

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