$3,800,000
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494 California Terrace Pasadena, CA 91105

Lower Arroyo Neighborhood

Estimated payment $22,230/month

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,992 Sq Ft
$1,270 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Deck
  • Granite Countertops
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Lower Arroyo Park

About This Home

Tucked away from the world down a long, secluded drive, this distinguished South Arroyo estate offers an unparalleled retreat where exclusive Pasadena prestige meets utter tranquility. From the moment you arrive, the bustle of the city fades, replaced by a profound sense of calm and a lifestyle defined by quiet sophistication.Inside, the remarkably spacious floor plan flows with effortless elegance. The grand formal living room and adjacent dining room are bathed in soft, natural light, setting a majestic stage for sophisticated entertaining. For more intimate moments, the expansive family room invites you to unwind by the warmth of a crackling fireplace. At the heart of the home is a beautifully upgraded eat-in kitchen, adorned with high-end finishes, premium appliances, and custom cabinetry that seamlessly blends culinary utility with sleek design.With four generous bedrooms and 2.5 luxurious bathrooms, the residence provides ample personal sanctuaries. Yet, the true crowning jewel of this estate is the terraced backyard oasis. Meticulously landscaped to maximize privacy, multiple patios beckon for al fresco dinner parties under the stars or quiet morning coffees surrounded by lush, verdant foliage.More than just a home, this is a rare opportunity to inhabit a private sanctuary in one of Pasadena's most coveted, historic enclaves. Experience the perfect harmony of expansive luxury and secluded peace.

Listing Agent

Alice Meng

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01749302 Listed on: 06/02/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 17,487 Sq Ft Lot
  • Barbed Wire
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side by Side Parking

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,992 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rear Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5714011019

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.4 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5714011019
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2992.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Recessed Lighting, Granite Counters
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Family Room
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1270.05
  • Room Type: Formal Entry, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Separate Family Room, Laundry, All Bedrooms Up, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom
  • Bathroom Features: Bidet, Exhaust Fan(s), Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Remodeled, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Barbed Wire
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Deck
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Water Line to Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Back Yard, Lawn
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17487.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4014

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 17487.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 2

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $24,758 $2,140,297 $1,712,240 $428,057
2024 $23,618 $2,098,331 $1,678,667 $419,664
2023 $23,419 $2,057,188 $1,645,752 $411,436
2022 $22,598 $2,016,852 $1,613,483 $403,369
2021 $21,667 $1,977,307 $1,581,847 $395,460
2019 $20,841 $1,918,662 $1,534,930 $383,732
2018 $21,293 $1,881,042 $1,504,834 $376,208
2016 $20,647 $1,808,000 $1,446,400 $361,600
2015 $6,195 $507,909 $367,870 $140,039
2014 $6,079 $497,960 $360,664 $137,296
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/02/2026 06/02/26 For Sale $3,800,000 +110.2% $1,270 / Sq Ft
08/17/2015 08/17/15 Sold $1,808,000 +0.4% $604 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2015 08/16/15 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2015 07/20/15 For Sale $1,800,000 -- $602 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,808,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-27414

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5714-011-019

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91105 Lower Arroyo

494 California Terrace, Pasadena, CA

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