$1,550,000
SOLD OCT 16, 2024

401 El Centro St South Pasadena, CA 91030

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,355 Sq Ft
7,898 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,144 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Deck
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Arroyo Vista Elementary Rated A+
  • Bonus Room
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to this delightful 1921 cottage-style bungalow, nestled in the heart of South Pasadena. Offering 2 bedrooms and 1 beautifully remodeled bathroom, spread across 1,355 sq ft of living space, this home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for 70 years!The open and light-filled living and dining rooms create a warm and inviting atmosphere, complemented by a sunroom off the dining room that bathes the space in natural light.The spacious kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring a functional center island, tons of storage and French doors that lead to a backyard deck, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. The newly remodeled large bathroom, situated between the two bedrooms, adds a touch of modern luxury to this charming home.Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system, upgraded electrical throughout, copper plumbing and new wood-look flooring.At the back of the property, a large studio space is connected to the 2-car garage, totaling almost 1,000 sq ft. These versatile areas offers endless possibilities, whether you envision it as an ADU, studio, or office space. Situated on a large corner lot with several separate and versatile outdoor spaces and surrounded by mature landscaping including camellias, olive, pine and citrus trees.Conveniently located near Trader Joe's, the Mission Metro Station, and the Thursday Farmers Market, this home also offers easy access to the 110 freeway, making downtown Los Angeles just a short drive away.Don't miss the opportunity to own this enchanting bungalow in one of South Pasadena's most desirable neighborhoods!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nichole Dunville

Coldwell Banker Realty License #02058773 Listed on: 09/02/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Carmine Sabatella

The Agency License #01945152

The Agency

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,587

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 7,898 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,355 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • French Mullion Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Outbuilding
  • Enclosed Glass Porch

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 480703
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5313012022
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,587

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5313012022
  • Year Built: 1921
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1355.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1143.91
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Workshop, Sun
  • Window Features: French/Mullioned
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop, Storage
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed Glass Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Sidewalks, Suburban, Curbs

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lot 6500-9999
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7898.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1813

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 7898.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 480703

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2024
Closed on
Oct 2, 2024
Sold by
Wilbur Dean Moffet and Wilbur Joan Kathleen
Bought by
Barely White Co Llc
Seller's Agent
Nichole Dunville
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carmine Sabatella
The Agency
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,000
6.9%
Views
33

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.64%
Original Mortgage
$1,824,000
Outstanding Balance
$466,886
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$1,063,716

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 2003
Sold by
Moffet Joan Kathleen
Bought by
Moffet Joan K and The Joan K Moffet 2003 Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1996
Sold by
Moffet Joan K Tr
Bought by
Moffet Joan Kathleen and Wilburn Dean & Joan Kathleen Moffet Tr
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,550,000 Equity Title - Los Angeles
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,824,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $1,648,000 +6.3% $1,348 / Sq Ft
10/16/2024 10/16/24 Sold $1,550,000 +6.9% $1,144 / Sq Ft
09/23/2024 09/23/24 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2024 09/02/24 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $1,070 / 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 $1,587 $101,495 $52,610 $48,885
2023 $1,557 $99,506 $51,579 $47,927
2022 $1,526 $97,556 $50,568 $46,988
2021 $1,494 $95,644 $49,577 $46,067
2019 $1,455 $92,808 $48,107 $44,701
2018 $1,374 $90,989 $47,164 $43,825
2016 $1,261 $87,458 $45,334 $42,124
2015 $1,235 $86,146 $44,654 $41,492
2014 $1,229 $84,460 $43,780 $40,680
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-19077

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5313-012-022