Seller's Agent in 2025
Cheryl Allen
Engel & Völkers Pasadena
(626) 688-4225
3 in this area
31 Total Sales
538 Mountain View St Altadena, CA 91001
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,110
Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
Highlights
- Mountain View
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Deck
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
As of November 2025Built in 1923, this charming bungalow sits on a generous sized lot and showcases timeless character alongside thoughtful updates. A large front porch with a mountain view welcomes you inside, where the living room is anchored by a cozy fireplace and the dining room features an elegant coffered ceiling. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, a walk-in pantry, and a sunny breakfast nook. The rear bedrooms and kitchen open to a spacious deck that extends the living space outdoors and offers multiple sitting areas overlooking the park-like backyard. A partially finished basement provides added versatility with a full bath and a laundry area with built-in cabinetry. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, dual-paned windows, and a detached garage.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Völkers Pasadena Brokerage Phone: 626-688-4225 License #01315712 Listed on: 10/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,110 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Coffered Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Mountain Views
- Laundry Room
- Attic
- Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Front Porch
Location
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Private Water Source
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9
- Tax Tract Number 1547
- Assessor Parcel Number 5828024010
- $697 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 8, 2025
Closed on
Nov 7, 2025
Sold by
Laurence E Madden Living Trust and Madden Laurence E
Bought by
Blackwell Family Living Trust and Blackwell
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Allen
Engel & Völkers Pasadena
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Halpin
Markey & Associates
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,095,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
4.29%
Views
15
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-24.23%
Original Mortgage
$766,500
Outstanding Balance
$766,500
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$272,279
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 7, 2020
Sold by
Madden Laurence Edward
Bought by
Madden Laurence E and Laurence K Madden Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2003
Sold by
Madden Laurence Edward and Madden Sheila P
Bought by
Madden Laurence Edward
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $1,095,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Southland Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $766,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $124,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 11/20/25 | Sold | $1,095,000 | +4.3% | $986 / Sq Ft |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/08/2025 10/08/25 | For Sale | $1,050,000 | -- | $946 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $4,285 | $340,322 | $295,271 | $45,051 |
| 2024 | $4,285 | $333,650 | $289,482 | $44,168 |
| 2023 | $4,243 | $327,108 | $283,806 | $43,302 |
| 2022 | $4,102 | $320,695 | $278,242 | $42,453 |
| 2021 | $3,888 | $314,408 | $272,787 | $41,621 |
| 2019 | $3,749 | $305,085 | $264,697 | $40,388 |
| 2018 | $3,714 | $299,104 | $259,507 | $39,597 |
| 2016 | $3,593 | $287,491 | $249,431 | $38,060 |
| 2015 | $3,553 | $283,174 | $245,685 | $37,489 |
| 2014 | $3,491 | $277,628 | $240,873 | $36,755 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cheryl Allen
-
Sarah Halpin
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sarah Halpin
Markey & Associates
(626) 664-1598
1 in this area
28 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: AR25232771
APN: 5828-024-010
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