NOT LISTED FOR SALE

545 Westgate St Pasadena, CA 91103

East Arroyo Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,673,109 - $1,821,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,315 Sq Ft
$760/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 18, 2020

Last sale price $1,320,000 $570 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,781/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling
  • Peek-A-Boo Views
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of June 2020

This gracious Folk Victorian is rich with architectural and cultural history. Designated a Historic Property & Mills Act recipient in 2017, this 4 BD/2 BA home was originally built in 1892 on Euclid Ave. but was moved to Westgate St. in 1925 when work on City Hall began. Notably, this was the longtime residence of civil rights leader & Pasadena NAACP president Ruby Williams. A stately wraparound porch beneath Magnolia and Star Pine trees welcomes you into the home. Inside you'll find elegant living & formal dining rooms with lofty ceilings. The updated chef's kitchen boasts granite counters, an antique Wedgwood stove & opens into the bright family room w/coffered ceiling & expansive views of the lush backyard. A bedroom (currently used as a den) & full bath complete the downstairs. 3 BD/1 BA & laundry room are upstairs. The patio, framed by Seville Orange and Crepe Myrtle trees, is the ideal place to take in the majestic Redwoods & the charming tree house nestled in their branches.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristin Fox

Compass License #01506245 Listed on: 05/18/2020

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Cilic

Sotheby's International Realty License #01421044

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1892

Lot Details

  • 8,764 Sq Ft Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Lawn
  • Historic Home
  • Property is zoned PSR6

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,315 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5727-003-036

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1892

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Victorian
  • Levels: Two
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: This gracious Folk Victorian is rich with architectural and cultural history. Designated a Historic Property & Mills Act recipient in 2017, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home was originally built in 1892 on Euclid Ave. but was moved to Westgate St. in 1925 when work on Pasadena City Hall began. Notably, this was the longtime residence of civil rights leader and Pasadena NAACP president Ruby McKnight Williams. A stately wraparound porch beneath Magnolia and Star Pine trees welcomes you into the home. Inside you'll find elegant living and formal dining rooms with lofty ceilings. The updated chef's kitchen boasts granite counters, an antique Wedgwood stove and opens into the bright family room with coffered ceiling and expansive views of the lush backyard. A bedroom (currently used as a den) and full bath complete the downstairs. A picturesque view of the San Gabriel Mountains greets you at the top of the stairs. 3 bedrooms, another bath and laundry room are also on the second floor. The patio, framed by Seville Orange and Crepe Myrtle trees, is the ideal place to take in the majestic Redwoods & the charming tree house nestled in their branches. Close to Prospect Park and the Rose Bowl, one can easily access and enjoy the beauty and history of Pasadena.
  • Living Area: 2315
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1892
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Coffered Ceiling(s), High Ceilings (9 Feet+)
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Eating Areas: Formal Dining Rm, Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open to Family Room, Pantry, Remodeled
  • Laundry: Laundry Area, Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Equipment: Alarm System, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Fan, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 572.35

Exterior Features

  • Other Features: High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Historical
  • Other Structures: None
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Mountains, Peek-A-Boo
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car, Garage Is Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Central
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Security: Prewired for alarm system
  • Sewer: In Connected and Paid
  • Water: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Sprinklers: Drip System, Front, Rear, Sprinkler System
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5727-003-036
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Description: Landscaped, Lawn, Lot-Level/Flat
  • Lot Size Area: 8764

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Type: Fee

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 1

MLS Schools

  • School District: Pasadena Unified

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2020
Closed on
Jun 2, 2020
Sold by
Lewellen Andrew Hamilton
Bought by
700 East Oceanfront Llc
Seller's Agent
Kristin Fox
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Cilic
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,325,000
Sold Price
$1,320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.38%
Current Estimated Value
$1,758,277

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$438,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.32%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2016
Closed on
Feb 9, 2017
Sold by
Nukala Aishwarya
Bought by
Lewellen Andrew Hamilton
Seller's Agent
Giusy Mele-Brown
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
List Price
$1,002,500
Sold Price
$1,002,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.59%
Original Mortgage
$631,867
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2016
Closed on
Jan 23, 2017
Sold by
Tolstrup Kirsten
Bought by
Lewellen Andrew Hamilton
Seller's Agent
Giusy Mele-Brown
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
List Price
$1,002,500
Sold Price
$1,002,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$631,867
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2014
Sold by
Tolstrup Kristen
Bought by
Tolstrup Kirsten and Akhtari Massoud

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$633,750
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2003
Sold by
Follett Tiprin
Bought by
Tolstrup Kirsten

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$326,400
Interest Rate
5.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2000
Sold by
Follett Donald C and Follett Sally A
Bought by
Follett Robert C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,500
Interest Rate
7.96%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2000
Sold by
Mcmullins Tommy and Estate Of Ruby Mcknight
Bought by
Follett Donald

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2000
Sold by
Follett Donald and Follett Sally
Bought by
Follett Donald C
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
700 East Oceanfront Llc $1,320,000 Lawyers Title Company
Lewellen Andrew Hamilton -- Fidelity Sherman Oaks
Lewellen Andrew Hamilton $1,002,500 Fidelity Sherman Oaks
Tolstrup Kirsten -- Old Republic Title Company
Tolstrup Kirsten $408,000 Equity Title Company
Follett Tiprin -- Equity Title Company
Follett Robert C -- Lawyers Title Company
Follett Donald $212,500 Continental Title
Follett Donald C -- Lawyers Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lewellen Andrew Hamilton $631,867
Previous Owner Tolstrup Kirsten $633,750
Previous Owner Tolstrup Kirsten $326,400
Previous Owner Follett Robert C $162,500
Closed Tolstrup Kirsten $81,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/18/2020 06/18/20 Sold $1,320,000 -0.4% $570 / Sq Ft
05/26/2020 05/26/20 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2020 05/18/20 For Sale $1,325,000 +32.2% $572 / Sq Ft
02/15/2017 02/15/17 Sold $1,002,500 0.0% $397 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/15/2017 02/15/17 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2016 11/18/16 For Sale $1,002,500 0.0% $397 / Sq Ft
06/27/2015 06/27/15 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
06/27/2015 06/27/15 Under Contract -- -- --
04/11/2015 04/11/15 For Rent $4,000 +9.6% --
07/10/2012 07/10/12 Rented $3,650 -- --
07/07/2012 07/07/12 Under Contract -- -- --
Source: The MLS

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 $6,828 $569,000 $388,000 $181,000
2024 $6,828 $569,000 $388,000 $181,000
2023 $7,891 $659,000 $449,300 $209,700
2022 $7,763 $659,000 $449,300 $209,700
2021 $7,357 $638,000 $435,000 $203,000
2020 $4,651 $391,500 $313,200 $78,300
2019 $4,655 $391,500 $313,200 $78,300
2018 $4,714 $388,000 $310,400 $77,600
2016 $6,009 $503,839 $328,251 $175,588
2015 $5,943 $496,272 $323,321 $172,951
2014 $5,825 $486,552 $316,988 $169,564
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kristin Fox

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Kristin Fox

    Compass

    (626) 399-2246

    41 Total Sales

    Kristin Fox
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  • Joseph Cilic

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Joseph Cilic

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (310) 925-1402

    88 Total Sales

    Joseph Cilic
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  • Kevin Kelly

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Kevin Kelly

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (310) 730-3396

    32 Total Sales

    Kevin Kelly
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  • Giusy Mele-Brown

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Giusy Mele-Brown

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic

    (626) 695-2312

    2 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Giusy Mele-Brown
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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Russell Jones

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Golden Properties

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Judy Schmeling

    COMPASS

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 20-579320

The MLS

APN: 5727-003-036

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91103 East Arroyo

545 Westgate St, Pasadena, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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