408 Alameda St Altadena, CA 91001
Estimated payment $9,044/month
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Mountain View
- Wood Flooring
- Updated Kitchen
- Deck
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
About This Home
The ultimate urban homestead, this late Craftsman cottage has been restored and improved to sublime effect. Beautiful Western Sycamore trees and a picket-topped brick fence line the northern border of this 12,520 sf lot. A bougainvillea-trimmed arbor frames the front garden, a pollinator haven teeming with monarch butterflies. Built in 1922 and painstakingly preserved by the current owners, the home's exterior features lap siding, symmetrical cottage windows, twin dormers, and an ornamental gazebo entry. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors and rich details abound, from handsome mouldings and trim work to wood casement windows; this home embodies quality craftsmanship. Both the light-filled living room with handsome fireplace and picture-perfect dining room enjoy inspiring views of the garden, with the San Gabriel Mountains in the background. The showstopping renovated kitchen offers elegant shaker cabinetry, custom tiled walls, farmhouse sink and suite of stainless steel KitchenAid appliances and Bertazzoni range. A convenient under-counter beverage fridge is the icing on the cake. The kitchen flows into the thoughtfully designed laundry room and adjacent mud room, both offering outdoor access and ample storage. Rounding out the ground floor are a powder bath for easy entertaining, and an enviable primary suite has boutique hotel vibes with dual sink vanity, linen storage and enclosed soaking tub with steam shower. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, one styled as a home office with built-in desk, are special with mountain and garden views. An additional renovated windowed full bath shares the upper level. The generous grounds here are fabulous, including a large sitting deck, covered outdoor dining and entertaining patio with a built-in grill kitchen. Turf, lawn, a citrus orchard, raised vegetable beds and paved driveway spaces encircle the home on this fully fenced lot - the residence is sited for full enjoyment of this enchanting property. A finished, 671 SF, two-car garage with additional large workshop offers utility behind stylish french doors. Central to Christmas Tree Lane, burgeoning retail and dining along the Lincoln Avenue corridor, EaterLA-featured Mariposa Village spots, and convenient to La Canada Flintridge, Pasadena and Downtown LA, what a special home!
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, May 9, 20262:00 to 4:00 pm5/9/2026 2:00:00 PM +00:005/9/2026 4:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
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Sunday, May 10, 20262:00 to 4:00 pm5/10/2026 2:00:00 PM +00:005/10/2026 4:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1922 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 12,520 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Drip System Landscaping
- Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Workshop in Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Driveway
- Uncovered Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Mountain
- Hills
Home Design
- Patio Home
Interior Spaces
- 2,007 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Workshop
- Storage
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Farmhouse Sink
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Steam Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Gazebo
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Outdoor Storage
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Private Water Source
- Water Heater
- Cesspool
- Perc Test On File For Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 6
- Assessor Parcel Number 5839018024
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Foothills
Recreation
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,302 | $820,231 | $656,186 | $164,045 |
| 2024 | $9,302 | $804,149 | $643,320 | $160,829 |
| 2023 | $9,223 | $788,382 | $630,706 | $157,676 |
| 2022 | $8,903 | $772,925 | $618,340 | $154,585 |
| 2021 | $8,455 | $757,770 | $606,216 | $151,554 |
| 2020 | $1,122 | $72,353 | $23,284 | $49,069 |
| 2019 | $1,120 | $70,935 | $22,828 | $48,107 |
| 2018 | $1,059 | $69,545 | $22,381 | $47,164 |
| 2016 | $1,003 | $66,847 | $21,513 | $45,334 |
| 2015 | $993 | $65,844 | $21,190 | $44,654 |
| 2014 | $992 | $64,555 | $20,775 | $43,780 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2026 05/01/26 | For Sale | $1,549,000 | -- | $772 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $750,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Gift Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: P1-26931
APN: 5839-018-024
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