NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 N Mar Vista Ave Unit 8 Pasadena, CA 91106

Playhouse Village Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $665,000 - $699,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
$220/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 25, 2019

Last sale price $510,000 $486 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,432/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Parking
  • Granite Countertops
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Views
  • Remodeled Bathroom

About This Home

As of April 2019

Welcome home to this beautiful, private, and spacious town home in one of the most coveted pockets of Pasadena. Features two nice size bedrooms and one and a half baths. This is a highly sought after end unit with only one shared wall. The many upgrades include gorgeous refinished wood floors on the first floor, dual pane windows, custom blinds , an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances with in unit laundry. There is a romantic fireplace in the living room that leads to a private and unique approximate 315 square foot landscaped patio/yard space- perfect for your fur babies and entertaining friends/family. In a prime location, walk to the Lake metro station and take the Gold Line to South Pasadena, Downtown LA. Walking distance to the Laemmle Theatre, Vroman's bookstore, or to the many nearby restaurants and bars. With only 8 units in the entire complex, this is Pasadena living at its finest.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rose Garcia

The Core Agency License #01373253 Listed on: 04/09/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Manuel Cortez

Division One Investment & Loan Inc License #02044125

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,405

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • Gated Home

HOA Fees

  • $220 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Split Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,050 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Granite Countertops
  • Laundry in unit
  • Property Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Covered Space
  • Covered Parking
  • Gated Parking

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5738-010-063

Community Details

Overview

  • 8 Units

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,405

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$220 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Style: Unknown
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Complex Name: 253 Mar Vista Home Owner's Association
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Living Area: 1050
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Probate: No
  • Unit Floor In Building: 1
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Number Of Photos: 14
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Number Of Remote Controls: 1
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Mixed
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counters
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 475.24

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking: 1
  • Parking Garage: Covered Parking

Utilities

  • Water Heater: Water Heater Unit
  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Security: Gated

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Gated Parking
  • Pet Rules: Call, Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Fees: 220.00
  • HOA: Yes
  • Unit Location: 1

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5738-010-063
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8822

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2024
Sold by
Vilateen Llc
Bought by
Mar Vista Llc
Current Estimated Value
$671,835

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2019
Closed on
Apr 18, 2019
Sold by
Wojciechowska Dorothy
Bought by
Vilateen Llc
Seller's Agent
Rose Garcia
The Core Agency
Buyer's Agent
Manuel Cortez
Division One Investment & Loan Inc
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.59%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2016
Closed on
Jul 14, 2016
Sold by
Jennings William J and Wilton Lauren K
Bought by
Wojciechowska Dorothy
Seller's Agent
Carrie Bryden
ACME Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rose Garcia
The Core Agency
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$458,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,100
1.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.05%
Original Mortgage
$366,400
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2008
Sold by
Jennings Lynn K
Bought by
Jennings William J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2008
Sold by
Hawe Donald G and Hawe Sandra L
Bought by
Jennings William J and Jennings Lauren K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Mar Vista Llc -- None Listed On Document
Vilateen Llc $510,000 Wfg National Title Company
Wojciechowska Dorothy $458,000 Lawyers Title
Wilton Lauren K -- None Available
Jennings William J -- First American Title Company
Jennings William J $450,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Wojciechowska Dorothy $366,400
Previous Owner Jennings William J $280,000
Previous Owner Jennings William J $217,000
Previous Owner Jennings William J $230,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2019 04/25/19 Sold $510,000 +2.2% $486 / Sq Ft
04/17/2019 04/17/19 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2019 04/09/19 For Sale $499,000 +9.0% $475 / Sq Ft
08/09/2016 08/09/16 Sold $458,000 +1.8% $492 / Sq Ft
07/09/2016 07/09/16 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2016 06/28/16 For Sale $449,900 -- $484 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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 $6,405 $568,910 $437,504 $131,406
2024 $6,405 $557,756 $428,926 $128,830
2023 $6,350 $546,820 $420,516 $126,304
2022 $6,129 $536,099 $412,271 $123,828
2021 $5,879 $525,588 $404,188 $121,400
2019 $371 $476,502 $363,723 $112,779
2018 $5,421 $467,160 $356,592 $110,568
2016 $4,473 $387,000 $306,000 $81,000
2015 $4,488 $387,000 $306,000 $81,000
2014 $4,480 $387,000 $306,000 $81,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rose Garcia

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Rose Garcia

    The Core Agency

    (818) 671-8891

    2 in this area

    96 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Manuel Cortez

    Division One Investment & Loan Inc

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  • Carrie Bryden

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Carrie Bryden

    ACME Real Estate

    (323) 829-1158

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Richard Michalowski

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (213) 494-7362

    99 Total Sales

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 19-453284

The MLS

APN: 5738-010-063

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91106 Playhouse Village

253 N Mar Vista Ave Unit 8, Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 253 N Mar Vista Ave Unit 8, Pasadena, CA 91106 since 09 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $679,821, approximately $647 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 253 N Mar Vista Ave Unit 8 is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including McKinley School, Blair High School, and International School of Los Angeles-Pasadena.

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