NOT LISTED FOR SALE

480 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 2 Pasadena, CA 91105

Lower Arroyo Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,523,269 - $1,580,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,029 Sq Ft
$1,000/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 19, 2023

Last sale price $1,382,000 $681 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,522/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • 1.54 Acre Lot
  • End Unit

About This Home

As of September 2023

New offering in the highly desirable Ardmore House - this one level, ground floor unit with expansive wrap-around patio offers a lifestyle that offers convenience, comfort, and community. A light-filled living room features built-in bookshelves, plantation shutters, fireplace and two sets of sliding glass doors that open to the patio which is large enough to allow several entertainment areas. The spacious formal dining room also features built-ins along with views of the pool and adjacent tree-shaded patio. The primary bedroom also features a sliding glass door to the patio, a large walk-in closet, and bath with dual sinks and shower. The two other bedrooms are generous in size and share a full hall bath. The unit comes with two side-by-side parking spaces and a large storage closet. The Ardmore House is one of the most coveted complexes on South Orange Grove Blvd. and also one of the few buildings with an on-site manager. Located across from The Valley Hunt Club and with close proximity to Pasadena’s Old Town shopping and dining district, this unit provides a open and airy canvas to bring your own tastes and preferences.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gretchen Seager

Sotheby's International Realty License #01217500 Listed on: 08/12/2023

Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Hilda Hernandez

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01218052

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,484

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • 1 Common Wall

HOA Fees

  • $1,000 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Subterranean Parking
  • Parking Available
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Automatic Gate

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,029 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • High Ceiling
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Pool Views

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Electric Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Heated Pool
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Sewer Paid

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 33492
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5713036052
  • $415 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 22 Units
  • Ardmore House Homeowners Association, Phone Number (909) 621-5941
  • Paul Steffen HOA

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Card or Code Access
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,484

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,000 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Card/Code Access, Resident Manager, Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: PSR1
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5713036052
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2029.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Storage, Tile Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: entry level
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 681.12
  • Room Type: Entry, Galley Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Bath(s), Exhaust Fan(s)

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Pool
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Wrap Around
  • Pool Features: Association, Heated
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Side by Side, Subterranean
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool
  • Association Fee: 1000.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Ardmore House Homeowners Association
  • Phone: (909) 621-5941
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Biking, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Paul Steffen

Schools

  • School District: Pasadena Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 67030.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.5388

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 67030.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 22
  • Number Of Units Total: 22

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4637.00
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 33492
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 415.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 8, 2013
Closed on
Feb 28, 2014
Sold by
Delaney Karen
Bought by
The Jessica Ellen Niblo Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Roland Wilhelm
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Dorothy Korostoff
Deasy Penner Podley
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
4.4%
Current Estimated Value
$1,558,817

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$728,817
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2009
Sold by
Laufer Suzan I
Bought by
Laufer Suzan I and The Suzan I Laufer Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$193,000
Interest Rate
5.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2008
Sold by
Laufer Suzan I
Bought by
Laufer Suzan I and The Suzan I Laufer Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,500
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2003
Sold by
Laufer Suzan I
Bought by
Laufer Suzan I and Suzan I Laufer Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2002
Sold by
Mccall Penny Mast and The Mast Family Trust
Bought by
Laufer Suzan I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2002
Sold by
Mast W W W and Mast Sylvia
Bought by
Mast W W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
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
The Jessica Ellen Niblo Living Trust $830,000 Lawyers Title
Laufer Suzan I -- Accommodation
Laufer Suzan I -- American Coast Title Co Inc
Laufer Suzan I -- Accommodation
Laufer Suzan I -- American Coast Title Company
Laufer Suzan I -- --
Laufer Suzan I -- --
Laufer Suzan I -- --
Laufer Suzan I $460,000 Gateway Title Company
Mast W W -- Chicago Title Co
Mast Wilfred W -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Laufer Suzan I $190,800
Previous Owner Laufer Suzan I $193,000
Previous Owner Laufer Suzan I $190,500
Previous Owner Laufer Suzan I $200,000
Previous Owner Mast Wilfred W $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/19/2023 09/19/23 Sold $1,382,000 +15.2% $681 / Sq Ft
08/19/2023 08/19/23 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2023 08/12/23 For Sale $1,200,000 +44.6% $591 / Sq Ft
03/12/2014 03/12/14 Sold $830,000 +4.4% $409 / Sq Ft
02/27/2014 02/27/14 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2013 10/08/13 For Sale $795,000 -- $392 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $15,484 $1,409,640 $1,118,736 $290,904
2024 $15,484 $1,382,000 $1,096,800 $285,200
2023 $11,255 $977,946 $735,112 $242,834
2022 $10,863 $958,772 $720,699 $238,073
2021 $10,416 $939,973 $706,568 $233,405
2019 $10,021 $912,095 $685,612 $226,483
2018 $10,236 $894,212 $672,169 $222,043
2016 $9,913 $859,491 $646,069 $213,422
2015 $9,806 $846,582 $636,365 $210,217
2014 -- $126,756 $45,976 $80,780
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gretchen Seager

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Gretchen Seager

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (626) 616-8146

    22 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Gretchen Seager
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  • Hilda Hernandez

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Hilda Hernandez

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (626) 536-1485

    2 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Hilda Hernandez
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Devon Beck

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (626) 202-4713

    2 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Devon Beck
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Roland Wilhelm

    COMPASS

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  • Dorothy Korostoff

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Dorothy Korostoff

    Deasy Penner Podley

    (626) 688-9854

    3 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Dorothy Korostoff
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  • Carol Ortega

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Carol Ortega

    Deasy Penner Podley

    (626) 826-1176

    4 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Carol Ortega
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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PF23146244

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5713-036-052

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91105 Lower Arroyo

480 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 2, Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 480 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 2, Pasadena, CA 91105 since 12 August 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,558,817, approximately $768 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 480 S Orange Grove Blvd Unit 2 is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including McKinley School, Blair High School, and The Waverly School.

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