517 E Washington Blvd Pasadena, CA 91104
Normandie Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $23,710/month
Highlights
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- Mountain View
- Wood Flooring
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- 5-minute walk to Washington Park
About This Home
SELLER MAY CARRY - Pride-of-Ownership 10-unit (4 Houses & 2 Triplexes) on a large 21k SF R3 Zoned Lot, Excellent Unit Mix, Gated, Garage Parking, Drawings for 2 ADUs are included. MONTANO VILLAS, a 10-unit garden style apartment investment opportunity located in the City of Pasadena, CA. This exceptional property comprises 4 bungalows/houses and 2 triplexes and is situated on a large ±20,911sf R3 lot. This value-add investment opportunity provides savvy investors with high-quality assets in a strong Pasadena submarket with significant rental upside potential and future expansion opportunities. The ownership had completed many significant capital improvements: Some of the major improvements are recently replaced roofs, new Central A/C and heating in each unit, new double pane windows throughout. An initial drawing for 2 ADU units would be included in the sale. MONTANO VILLAS is a pride-of-ownership attractive two-story garden style gated community that was built in 1949. It has a total of 8,340 SF building size and is situated on a ±20,911 SF R3 lot size. It offers excellent curb appeal with manicured landscaping. The property has 4 patio homes with a semi-private porch and side yard. The 4 patio homes are all 2 bedrooms+1bathroom units complete with laundry hookups. Each patio home has a tiled shower + bathtub. The remaining 6 units consist of four (4) 2bedroom+1bathroom, and two (2) 1bedroom+1bathroom units. Each unit has central A/C and heating (installed in 2009), double pane windows, original hardwood flooring, stove, and refrigerator. Each of the 4 patio homes have a dishwasher. Each unit has an individual water heater and separately metered for electricity and gas. The property has two shared laundry rooms (machines are seller owned) and a large storage room. Parking is provided by a combination of 9 parking garages (with storage spaces) and several open space parking. Most tenants in this community are long time tenants that are on month to month and are due for rent increases. An additional significant rental upside can be realized when units turn in the future. The property is several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena. It is located east of Los Robles Ave and west of El Molino Ave. It is near the Rose Bowl area (Rose Bowl Stadium, Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, Kidspace Children Museum, and Brookside Golf Course), and just located across from a local Washington Park.
Listing Agent
Growth Investment Group Pasade Brokerage Email: han.chen@growthinvestmentgroup.com License #01749321 Listed on: 06/30/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 0.48 Acre Lot
- 1 Common Wall
- South Facing Home
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Lawn
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Apartment
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Asbestos Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 8,340 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- Mountain Views
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 10 Parking Spaces
- 10 Carport Spaces
- Parking Available
- Assigned Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Wall Furnace
- Natural Gas Connected
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5838040015
- Tax Block M
- $2,712 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- 6 Buildings
- 10 Units
- Valley
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Building Details
- 10 Leased Units
- Rent Control
- 11 Separate Electric Meters
- 11 Separate Gas Meters
- 1 Separate Water Meter
- Fuel Expense $224
- Gardener Expense $2,400
- Insurance Expense $4,585
- Maintenance Expense $3,000
- Pest Control $2,036
- Trash Expense $6,085
- Water Sewer Expense $9,416
- New Taxes Expense $39,215
- Operating Expense $71,891
- Gross Income $245,733
- Net Operating Income $168,927
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 06/30/25 | For Sale | $3,800,000 | +18.0% | $456 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/19/2021 03/19/21 | Sold | $3,220,000 | -0.9% | $386 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/18/2021 01/18/21 | For Sale | $3,250,000 | -- | $390 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: AR25146336
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