NOT LISTED FOR SALE

537 E Altadena Dr Altadena, CA 91001

Estimated Value: $991,000 - $2,164,437

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,510 Sq Ft
$563/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 17, 2021

Last sale price $1,866,220 $744 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,255/month

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Spanish Architecture
  • City Lights View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Yard

About This Home

As of May 2021

Welcome to this elegant & romantic, gated 1926 Spanish estate that sits behind a tall, stately hedge. The architectural four bedroom, three bath residence is beautifully sited on an 10,613 SF parcel that offers an unusual level of privacy on its park-like lot. A rose laden path leads you to the inviting front porch that opens into a gracious entry done in handcrafted tile. From there you step into the sun-drenched living room with a Batchelder fireplace done w/ a rich wood surround, tall arched front windows, custom built-ins & hardwood floors. A formal dining rm boasts an elegant tray ceiling as well as doors to the exterior & its verdant lawn. A library/office, w/ barn doors, connects seamlessly to the space. The light & bright chef's kitchen is picture-perfect w/ a cozy handcrafted breakfast nook, a refurbished antique stove plus an adjoining family rm or den. Upstairs there are four large bedrooms as well as a hand painted, decorative balcony. Interior features incl antique hardware, period fixtures w/ all the grace of the era. It's a pleasure to behold. The grounds are an entertainer's dream w/ an outdoor barbeque & kitchen all overlooking the tranquil pool. There is an expansive pergola w/ a plentiful grapevine that helps create magical opportunities for al fresco dining, under the stars, with friends or family! There are numerous upgrades incl copper plumbing, newer electrical as well as updated systems. Don't miss the chance to call this magnificent house your home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dhari Thein

COMPASS License #01403784 Listed on: 03/15/2021

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Coleman Laffoon

Compass License #01836162

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1926 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 10,613 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Auto Driveway Gate

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Additions or Alterations
  • Combination Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Clay Roof
  • Plaster
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,510 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • French Mullion Window
  • French Doors
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Upgraded Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fiberglass Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Private Water Source
  • Water Heater
  • Sewer Paid

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Tax Tract Number 4602
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5841027008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1926 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
  • Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5841027008
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2510.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Balcony, Tray Ceiling(s), Storage, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Built-in Features
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, In Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 597.21
  • Room Type: Family Room, Foyer, All Bedrooms Up, Living Room, Formal Entry
  • Window Features: French/Mullioned
  • Bathroom Features: Upgraded
  • Room Kitchen Features: Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Foundation: Combination
  • View: City Lights, Peek-A-Boo, Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Features: Fiberglass, In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Composition, Clay
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Plaster, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Auto Driveway Gate, Concrete
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Water Heater
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Foothills

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Yard, Sprinklers Timer
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10613.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2436

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 10613.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Tract Number: 4602

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2006
Sold by
Clewis Monroe Thomas and Ma Li Hua
Bought by
Ellis Gregory R and Ellis Sheila Ann
Current Estimated Value
$1,413,812

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$795,000
Outstanding Balance
$450,180
Interest Rate
1.25%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Estimated Equity
$963,632

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 1999
Sold by
Tesoro Salvatore and Estate Of Salvatore F Tesoro
Bought by
Clewis Monroe Thomas and Ma Li Hua

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ellis Gregory R $1,060,000 Equity Title Company
Clewis Monroe Thomas $335,000 United Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ellis Gregory R $795,000
Previous Owner Clewis Monroe Thomas $268,000
Closed Clewis Monroe Thomas $50,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Sold $1,866,220 +24.5% $744 / Sq Ft
04/22/2021 04/22/21 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2021 03/15/21 For Sale $1,499,000 +42.9% $597 / Sq Ft
04/22/2014 04/22/14 Sold $1,049,000 0.0% $430 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/18/2014 04/18/14 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2014 03/12/14 For Sale $1,049,000 -- $430 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

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 $22,432 $580,515 $580,515 --
2024 $22,432 $1,980,212 $1,188,552 $791,660
2023 $22,242 $1,941,386 $1,165,248 $776,138
2022 $21,464 $1,903,320 $1,142,400 $760,920
2021 $13,241 $1,187,994 $831,258 $356,736
2020 $12,708 $1,175,814 $822,735 $353,079
2019 $12,739 $1,152,759 $806,603 $346,156
2018 $12,974 $1,130,157 $790,788 $339,369
2016 $12,579 $1,086,274 $760,082 $326,192
2015 $12,443 $1,069,958 $748,665 $321,293
2014 $9,937 $842,000 $674,100 $167,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-3733

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5841-027-008