514 N Madison Ave Pasadena, CA 91101
Northwest Pasadena NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,943/month
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- Lawn
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Laundry Room
About This Home
4 Single-story Bungalows several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena, Large ±12k SF Lot, 4 detached garage parking, Highly desirable layout, Easy to Rent and Manage. 514-520 N Madison Ave, a bungalow style 4-units Single story apartment in the City of Pasadena. Situated only several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena, 2 blocks west of Los Robles Ave, and just within walking distance of many dining, shopping, and other attractions in Pasadena. It is situated on a quiet residential street surrounded by single family houses. This property is being sold together with 5 adjacent buildings to its north that are own by same seller – can be purchased together or individually (526 N Madison, 536 N Madison, 542 N Madison, 562 N Madison, and 570 N Madison). The property offers a highly desirable bungalow single-story layout (no adjoining walls) providing tenants with single family residential feel. It consists of 4 separate bungalows with a lush center courtyard/walkway providing serene atmosphere for the tenants. The unit mix is all 1bedroom+1bathroom, which makes it very easy to rent and manage. The property was built in 1937, has a total of ±2,156 SF building size and is situated on a large ±11,998 SF lot. Each unit is charming with original hardwood flooring, faux fireplace, plenty of built in cabinets, tiled kitchen and bathroom, and in-unit laundry hookups (seller provide laundry machine in 1 unit). The back unit (#520) has a large private backyard. Parking is provided via detached 4 car garages in the back. Each unit has individual water heaters and separately meters for electricity and gas. Each unit has its own laundry hookups. The property is in the highly desirable area of Pasadena just several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena. It is situated on a quiet tree-lined street and within minutes from the Gold Line and numerous additional shopping and dining options on Colorado Boulevard and Lake Avenue. Near Pasadena’s historic City Hall, it sits just minutes from the California Institute of Technology, Pasadena Community College, and the 210 and 110 Freeways, offering ease of access to neighboring cities and entertainment destinations in the region. Historic Old Pasadena’s charming storefronts house 200 shops plus a wide array of restaurants and night spots. The Pasadena Convention Center, Pacific Asia Museum, the historic Tournament of Roses house, and the Norton Simon Museum are minutes away.
Listing Agent
Growth Investment Group Pasade Brokerage Email: han.chen@growthinvestmentgroup.com License #01749321 Listed on: 10/28/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,193
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- No Common Walls
- West Facing Home
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
- Lawn
- Density is 16-20 Units/Acre
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Assigned Parking
Home Design
- Quadruplex
- Bungalow
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Cosmetic Repairs Needed
- Raised Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,156 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Gas Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Wall Furnace
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 4
- Assessor Parcel Number 5731006009
- $1,223 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- 5 Buildings
- 4 Units
- Valley
Building Details
- 4 Leased Units
- Rent Control
- 4 Separate Electric Meters
- 4 Separate Gas Meters
- 1 Separate Water Meter
- Electric Expense $630
- Gardener Expense $2,700
- Insurance Expense $3,585
- Maintenance Expense $3,000
- Trash Expense $600
- Water Sewer Expense $1,790
- New Taxes Expense $16,193
- Operating Expense $30,673
- Gross Income $80,439
- Net Operating Income $48,157
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 | $16,472 | $1,437,934 | $1,078,186 | $359,748 |
| 2024 | $16,472 | $1,409,741 | $1,057,046 | $352,695 |
| 2023 | $16,333 | $1,382,100 | $1,036,320 | $345,780 |
| 2022 | $1,792 | $72,025 | $25,381 | $46,644 |
| 2021 | $1,725 | $70,614 | $24,884 | $45,730 |
| 2020 | $850 | $69,891 | $24,629 | $45,262 |
| 2019 | $843 | $68,522 | $24,147 | $44,375 |
| 2018 | $846 | $67,179 | $23,674 | $43,505 |
| 2016 | $806 | $64,571 | $22,755 | $41,816 |
| 2015 | $972 | $63,602 | $22,414 | $41,188 |
| 2014 | $820 | $62,357 | $21,975 | $40,382 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 10/28/25 | For Sale | $1,445,000 | -- | $670 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: AR25249218
APN: 5731-006-009
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