Seller's Agent in 2024
Teresa Fuller
COMPASS
(626) 483-0710
3 in this area
491 Total Sales
450 Cherry Dr Pasadena, CA 91105
San Rafael Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,083,000 - $2,232,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,917
Sq Ft
$1,126/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Spa
- View of Hills
- Wood Flooring
- Updated Kitchen
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Spanish Architecture
About This Home
As of November 2024This infinitely special Spanish Colonial Revival home in the San Rafael Hills of Pasadena is rustic yet elegant, romantic yet stately, refined yet warm and all of the complex contradictions that make this architecture irresistible. Sited on the south-facing side of Cherry Drive, with views of the Poppy Peak Historic District and beyond, this home transports its visitors to a relaxed, style-rich and elevated point of view. Hand-troweled stucco, a classic red clay barrel tile roof with curved rafter tails and recessed entry define the exterior of this 1933-built property. Follow the brick walkway to the front porch flanked by Arbutus and Bottlebrush trees, and open the 'Julia Morgan blue' front door to reveal a spectacular Magnesite floor inside. Molded into harmonious octagonal and Saltillo brick patterns with hand painted Spanish tile details, the entry floor and ironwork set the artisan tone. Vaulted beamed ceilings define public spaces here: in the entry, suspended over a hand-carved wood beam, and in the living room: a cathedral ceiling lined with tongue and groove paneling. Featuring a rustic decorative brick fireplace with iron-front wood storage vault, the living room boasts casement picture windows to the front, framing the view of a Camphor tree. With southern exposure, both the living and dining rooms are light-filled, with peg-in-groove hardwood floors and velvety white plaster walls. Through french doors, the dining room offers access to a private balcony with southern tree top views...and to the north, the patio and backyard. Adjacent to the dining room, find an exquisite kitchen with Adriatic blue lacquered cabinetry, high end stainless appliances, custom tile backsplash and views. Like the arched casement window above the hammered copper sink opens to the side yard; this home offers great flow and many opportunities to commune in the public spaces. Bedrooms are lovely, each with garden or treetop views. Two bathrooms are updated with artful fixtures and finishes, while retaining character: from the sweet built-in cabinet in the 3/4 bath, to the collage of aqua and blue tile in the full bath. Finally, the backyard is a dream, with handsome brick dining patio, sitting terrace under a grove of astonishing Euphorbia cactus, a shady turf side garden and a spa for unobstructed star gazing. Located central to everything and near treasured local spots, here is opportunity to live with architecture and history, while living well in the present.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1933 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,729 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Fenced
- Drip System Landscaping
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Private Yard
- Garden
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Private Parking
- Single Garage Door
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Hills
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Split Level Home
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Clay Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,917 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Decorative Fireplace
- Wood Frame Window
- Casement Windows
- French Doors
- Entryway
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Storage
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Soaking Tub
- Multiple Shower Heads
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Kitchen
Home Security
- Alarm System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Spa
- Balcony
- Brick Porch or Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 58
- Assessor Parcel Number 5709030018
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Nov 12, 2024
Sold by
Smith/Ganiard Family Trust and Smith Kevin
Bought by
Humphries Austin and Mcgettigan Catherine
Seller's Agent
Teresa Fuller
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Eva Lin
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$2,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$305,000
16.09%
Views
57
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$41,282
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.74%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 13, 2019
Closed on
Dec 5, 2019
Sold by
Viramontes Enrique and Viramontes Lisa Leyva
Bought by
Smith Kevin and Smith Faniard Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Lauren Reichenberg
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Liz Keenan
Compass
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,570,000
Premium/Discount to List
$221,000
16.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.20%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2008
Sold by
Viramontes Enrique
Bought by
Viramontes Enrique and Leyva Lisa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$963,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2007
Sold by
Bernier Jacques
Bought by
Viramontes Enrique
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$963,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 18, 2007
Sold by
Soden Patricia Marchesani
Bought by
Bernier Jacques
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$645,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2001
Sold by
Bryan Karen
Bought by
Soden Patricia Marchesani
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
6.91%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2001
Sold by
Bryan Karen
Bought by
Bryan Karen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
6.91%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 8, 1997
Sold by
Sproull Vivian F and Mena Victor
Bought by
Bryan Karen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,800
Interest Rate
6.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humphries Austin | $2,200,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Humphries Austin | $2,200,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Smith Kevin | $1,570,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Viramontes Enrique | -- | None Available | |
| Viramontes Enrique | -- | Equity Title Company | |
| Bernier Jacques | $1,045,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Soden Patricia Marchesani | $587,000 | Southland Title | |
| Bryan Karen | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Bryan Karen | $341,818 | Stewart Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Viramontes Enrique | $963,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bernier Jacques | $645,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Soden Patricia Marchesani | $252,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bryan Karen | $125,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Bryan Karen | $272,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2024 11/18/24 | Sold | $2,200,000 | +16.1% | $1,148 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/06/2024 11/06/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/25/2024 10/25/24 | For Sale | $1,895,000 | +20.7% | $989 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/13/2020 01/13/20 | Sold | $1,570,000 | +16.4% | $821 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/27/2019 11/27/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/13/2019 11/13/19 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | -- | $705 / Sq Ft |
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $18,851 | $2,200,000 | $1,994,700 | $205,300 |
| 2024 | $18,851 | $1,683,354 | $963,801 | $719,553 |
| 2023 | $18,692 | $1,650,348 | $944,903 | $705,445 |
| 2022 | $18,036 | $1,617,989 | $926,376 | $691,613 |
| 2021 | $17,297 | $1,586,264 | $908,212 | $678,052 |
| 2020 | $12,604 | $1,177,000 | $943,000 | $234,000 |
| 2019 | $12,884 | $1,177,000 | $943,000 | $234,000 |
| 2018 | $12,726 | $1,115,000 | $893,000 | $222,000 |
| 2016 | $12,105 | $1,051,000 | $841,000 | $210,000 |
| 2015 | $11,265 | $972,200 | $777,500 | $194,700 |
| 2014 | $9,575 | $824,000 | $659,000 | $165,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Teresa Fuller
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Eva Lin
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Eva Lin
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(626) 807-6581
12 in this area
341 Total Sales
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Angel Chao
A
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Angel Chao
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(626) 560-1086
1 in this area
61 Total Sales
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Lauren Reichenberg
Seller's Agent in 2020
Lauren Reichenberg
Compass
(310) 502-0580
2 in this area
96 Total Sales
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Liz Keenan
L
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Liz Keenan
Compass
(310) 454-1111
14 Total Sales
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Alexandra Brew
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Alexandra Brew
Compass
(310) 454-1111
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: P1-19732
APN: 5709-030-018
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