521 Fremont Dr Pasadena, CA 91103
East Arroyo Neighborhood
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,621
Sq Ft
0.39
Acres
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Contemporary Architecture
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- John Muir High School Rated A-
- Property is near a park
- Private Yard
About This Home
As of August 2024Constructed in 1979, this home offers great comparative value in an area surrounded by significant architectural homes in a highly coveted area of west Pasadena. Built on a downslope portion of land that was subdivided from the area's oldest estate home, 521 Fremont Drive is literally set between Brookside Park and the Prospect Park historic district. At the end of a short cul-de-sac and down a shared driveway, this large 2-story home has 4 bedrooms & 4 baths with over 2,600 interior square feet on a 16,973 square foot lot. There are meandering pathways and stairways that lead to an extensive flat pad below the home. A secret gate provides direct access to Brookside Park between the Aquatic Center and Kids Space Museum. There is a 2-car detached garage with a chauffeur's quarters below providing another 453 square feet interior space and a bonus full bath. The retro kitchen features an amoeboid breakfast bar and opens to a family room. The living & dining room windows look into the treetops, as well as the primary bedroom suite, which has walk-in closet and private balcony. A powder bath & covered terrace complete the upper level. The lower level has 3 bedrooms with 1 1/2 additional baths, a laundry room and a massive block and concrete basement area adding another 700+ square feet. The side door opens to another covered deck, and a short flight of stairs leads to an area able to accommodate a very large pool with room to spare. This property has some deferred maintenance and has not seen any significant updates since construction, aside from dual pane windows on most openings. Limited access requires showings to be by appointment only with no public open houses.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01311046 Listed on: 07/22/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,034
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 0.39 Acre Lot
- Grapestake Fence
- Needs Fence Repair
- Lot Sloped Down
- No Sprinklers
- Private Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway Down Slope From Street
- Shared Driveway
Property Views
- Woods
- Hills
- Park or Greenbelt
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Fixer Upper
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,621 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Entryway
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Storage
- Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
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Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
- Accessible Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Covered patio or porch
Location
- Property is near a park
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Connected
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Tax Tract Number 4617
- Assessor Parcel Number 5711003044
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Brookside Park - Central Arroyo
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 22, 2024
Closed on
Aug 6, 2024
Sold by
Forrest Eloise La Verne and Laskelton Eloise La
Bought by
Threetec Llc
Seller's Agent
Peter Martocchio
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Romero
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$150,000
10.34%
Views
18
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
147.06%
Original Mortgage
$1,754,010
Outstanding Balance
$1,738,932
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$1,807,489
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,600,000 | Equity Title - Los Angeles |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,754,010 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $606,239 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $354,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $246,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $354,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | Price Changed | $3,490,000 | -8.2% | $942 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | For Sale | $3,800,000 | +137.5% | $1,026 / Sq Ft |
| 08/23/2024 08/23/24 | Sold | $1,600,000 | +10.3% | $610 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2024 08/03/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/22/2024 07/22/24 | For Sale | $1,450,000 | -- | $553 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,034 | $669,910 | $382,806 | $287,104 |
| 2023 | $7,965 | $656,775 | $375,300 | $281,475 |
| 2022 | $7,693 | $643,898 | $367,942 | $275,956 |
| 2021 | $7,375 | $631,274 | $360,728 | $270,546 |
| 2019 | $7,107 | $612,552 | $350,030 | $262,522 |
| 2018 | $7,183 | $600,542 | $343,167 | $257,375 |
| 2016 | $6,934 | $577,225 | $329,843 | $247,382 |
| 2015 | $6,858 | $568,556 | $324,889 | $243,667 |
| 2014 | $6,725 | $557,419 | $318,525 | $238,894 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jessica Romero
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jessica Romero
Keller Williams Realty
(626) 414-7464
1 in this area
119 Total Sales
-
Peter Martocchio
Seller's Agent in 2024
Peter Martocchio
Coldwell Banker Realty
(626) 229-0909
10 in this area
63 Total Sales
-
Sharon Verani
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Sharon Verani
Coldwell Banker Realty
(626) 482-4914
2 in this area
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: P1-18604
APN: 5711-003-044
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