NOT LISTED FOR SALE

551 Bradford St Pasadena, CA 91105

Lower Arroyo Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,778,000 - $4,139,767

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,966 Sq Ft
$1,318/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 20, 2025

Last sale price $4,000,000 $1,349 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,075 / mo

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Gated Parking
  • Private Yard
  • Concrete Porch or Patio

About This Home

As of March 2025

Nestled in the heart of Southwest Pasadena, this newly renovated 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Craftsman-style home complete with a new detached 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom guest house, seamlessly blends classic architectural charm with modern sophistication. An unparalleled attention to detail sets the stage for the refined interiors found within both residences.A beautifully designed floorplan bathed in natural light, features 9+ foot vaulted ceilings, high-end finishes, exquisite millwork, and thoughtfully designed spaces that define this remarkable home. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's paradise, featuring top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and luxurious stone-clad countertops, all complemented by an abundance of prep and entertaining space. The primary bedroom offers a spa-like retreat with a luxurious en-suite bath, while 2 additional ensuite bedrooms with a shared three-quarter bath provide comfort and versatility.Beyond the main residence, the newly constructed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom guest house adds a rare level of flexibility--perfect for extended family, a private home office, or a lucrative rental opportunity. Boasting its own modern kitchen, spacious living area, and premium finishes, including heated bathroom floors, this secondary dwelling mirrors the quality and elegance of the main home.Situated in one of Pasadena's most sought-after neighborhoods, this exceptional property places you just moments from award-winning private schools, world-class dining, upscale boutiques, and the breathtaking trails of the Arroyo Seco. A truly rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready masterpiece in one of Southern California's most prestigious neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rita Whitney

The Agency License #01209004 Listed on: 02/10/2025

The Agency

Last Buyer's Agent

Arbi Derian

COMPASS License #01978010

COMPASS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 11,640 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Stone Wall
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Interior Spaces

  • 2,966 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Driveway Level
  • Gated Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System

Outdoor Features

  • Concrete Porch or Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Urban Location
  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 0001
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5718004016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0.27 Acres

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5718004016
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2966.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1348.62
  • Room Type: Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Stone, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gated, Driveway Level

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Freezer, 6 Burner Stove, Water Heater, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Solar, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Urban, Suburban, Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Yard, Landscaped, Lawn
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11640.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2672

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 11640.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 0001

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2025
Closed on
Mar 17, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rita Whitney
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Arbi Derian
COMPASS
List Price
$3,995,000
Sold Price
$4,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.13%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$3,909,442

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$90,558
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2022
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 5, 2019
Closed on
Jun 27, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kay Leavens
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jose Gutierrez
Capitol Real Estate Group, Inc.
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.07%
Original Mortgage
$1,184,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$470,000
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Interest Rate
7.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Interest Rate
7.34%
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$4,000,000 Lawyers Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
-- None Available
-- None Available
$1,480,000 Equity Title Co
-- First American Title Company
-- Equity Title
-- First American Title Co
-- First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $1,184,000
Previous Owner $470,000
Previous Owner $450,000
Previous Owner $247,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Sold $4,000,000 +11.3% $1,349 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2025 02/26/25 Price Changed $3,595,000 -10.0% $1,212 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 For Sale $3,995,000 +169.9% $1,347 / Sq Ft
07/16/2019 07/16/19 Sold $1,480,000 -1.3% $987 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/05/2019 04/05/19 For Sale $1,500,000 0.0% $1,000 / Sq Ft
02/01/2018 02/01/18 Rented $3,850 -9.4% --
01/22/2018 01/22/18 Under Contract -- -- --
01/16/2018 01/16/18 For Rent $4,250 -- --
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $22,780 $1,964,427 $1,294,874 $669,553
2024 $21,713 $1,925,910 $1,269,485 $656,425
2023 $21,532 $1,888,148 $1,244,594 $643,554
2022 $20,676 $1,525,238 $1,220,191 $305,047
2021 $16,502 $1,495,332 $1,196,266 $299,066
2020 $15,831 $1,480,000 $1,184,000 $296,000
2019 $4,711 $393,614 $343,528 $50,086
2018 $4,693 $385,897 $336,793 $49,104
2016 $4,530 $370,915 $323,716 $47,199
2015 $4,480 $365,345 $318,854 $46,491
2014 $4,397 $358,190 $312,609 $45,581
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rita Whitney

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Rita Whitney

    The Agency

    (626) 755-4988

    28 in this area

    100 Total Sales

    Rita Whitney
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  • Arbi Derian

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Arbi Derian

    COMPASS

    (626) 487-4410

    1 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    Arbi Derian
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  • Kay Leavens

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Kay Leavens

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (626) 665-6032

    11 Total Sales

    Kay Leavens
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Jose Gutierrez

    Capitol Real Estate Group, Inc.

    (559) 304-4736

    1 Total Sale

    Jose Gutierrez
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  • Vartan Kebabjian

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Vartan Kebabjian

    SPK Realty

    (626) 755-1775

    2 Total Sales

    Vartan Kebabjian
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-20803

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5718-004-016

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91105 Lower Arroyo

551 Bradford St, Pasadena, CA

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