NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,008,301

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,859 Sq Ft
$542/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 22, 2025

Last sale price $644,250 $347 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,566 / mo

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Home Office
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • No HOA
  • Front Porch
  • Patio

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to 397 N. Catalina Ave, a Craftsman-style home in the heart of Pasadena. This spacious fixer offers the opportunity to bring your vision to reality! The home features 3 bedrooms plus an office/den, 3 bathrooms, and 1,859 square feet of living space. Two of the bedrooms, including the space that can be utilized as an office or den are conveniently located downstairs, offering easy access and comfortable living, while the upstairs bedroom provides the perfect spot for privacy - think secondary home office, guest room, or your own personal retreat! Plus, with 3 bathrooms, convenience is never compromised. There's even a California basement for added storage needs.Outside, the long driveway and carport can easily fit multiple vehicles. However, the real gem here is the expansive nearly 9,000+ square-foot lot, which is zoned for up to 6 units. If you're an investor or looking for added space to build, this is an amazing opportunity to expand, develop and add income-producing potential! Please note that the existing home has historical designation and cannot be demolished. And if you just want to enjoy the space as is, you'll love the room for entertaining, gardening, and so much more.Located in a vibrant Pasadena neighborhood, you'll be just minutes from fantastic shops, restaurants, and all the cultural attractions the city has to offer. Whether you're looking to settle in or make a smart investment, come see all the wonderful possibilities this home has in store for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joycelynn Tan

Keller Williams Realty License #02083894 Listed on: 09/10/2025

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Kawatra

Equity Union License #01881930

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 8,999 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • No Sprinklers

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,859 Sq Ft Home
  • Home Office
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Gas Range
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Wall Furnace

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Laundry Facilities

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 10
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5732018024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

8,999 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5732018024
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1859.00 Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 346.56
  • Room Type: Office, Laundry, Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range
  • Heating Type: Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Suburban

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers None
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8999.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2066

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8999.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 10

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,008,301

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 10, 2025
Closed on
Sep 16, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joycelynn Tan
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Andy Kawatra
Equity Union
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$644,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$605,750
-48.46%
Views
112

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
68.35%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2024
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 22, 2014
Closed on
Feb 24, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Powai Wong
C21 Realty Masters
Buyer's Agent
Jo von Tiehl
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-3.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.22%
Original Mortgage
$472,500
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$436,500
Interest Rate
6.78%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,400
Interest Rate
7.26%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,200
Interest Rate
8.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,200
Interest Rate
8.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
$644,500 Ticor Title Company Of Califor
-- None Listed On Document
-- None Listed On Document
-- None Listed On Document
-- None Available
-- First American Title
$630,000 First American Title Company
$360,000 Chicago Title Company
-- None Available
-- Southland Title
-- Accommodation
-- Lawyers Title Company
$600,000 Lawyers Title Company
$485,000 Gateway Title Company
$258,000 Fidelity National Title
-- Fidelity National Title
-- South Coast Title
-- South Coast Title
$178,000 South Coast Title
$125,000 South Coast Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $429,000
Previous Owner $472,500
Previous Owner $200,000
Previous Owner $480,000
Previous Owner $50,000
Previous Owner $436,500
Previous Owner $206,400
Previous Owner $174,000
Previous Owner $160,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/22/2025 09/22/25 Sold $644,250 -48.5% $347 / Sq Ft
09/10/2025 09/10/25 For Sale $1,250,000 +98.4% $672 / Sq Ft
03/23/2015 03/23/15 Sold $630,000 -3.1% $339 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/20/2015 03/20/15 Pending -- -- --
12/22/2014 12/22/14 For Sale $650,000 -- $350 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $12,159 $1,024,936 $774,356 $250,580
2024 $9,496 $817,180 $609,144 $208,036
2023 $9,416 $801,157 $597,200 $203,957
2022 $9,091 $785,449 $585,491 $199,958
2021 $8,660 $770,049 $574,011 $196,038
2019 $8,335 $747,211 $556,987 $190,224
2018 $8,464 $732,561 $546,066 $186,495
2016 $7,451 $639,607 $511,686 $127,921
2015 $4,680 $383,759 $230,256 $153,503
2014 $4,591 $376,243 $225,746 $150,497
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-24066

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5732-018-024

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