NOT LISTED FOR SALE

561 Alta Vista Ave South Pasadena, CA 91030

Estimated Value: $2,014,000 - $2,387,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,980 Sq Ft
$1,098/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 11, 2022

Last sale price $1,750,000 $884 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,688/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Canyon View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Monterey Hills Elementary Rated A+
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of February 2022

True Mid-Century view home in the Los Altos de Monterey area of South Pasadena. This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom gem sits in one of the most highly coveted school districts around. The Monterey Hills Elementary school holds the honors of being a California Distinguished School and a Gold Ribbon School.Upon entering the front door of this charmer, your eyes are immediately drawn to the views of the outside. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout the upper level. The gourmet kitchen has granite counter tops, tiled floors with state of the art appliances. There is easy access to the outside deck to dine al fresco or enjoy a morning cup of coffee. The large primary suite has a wonderful finished walk in closet, remodeled double sink bathroom and its own large private deck. Dual zoned A/C, a roomy attached garage with direct access (incl. electric car charging plug), whole house water softener NEST cameras and A RING system are just some of the other features that go along with this wonderful home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Young

Lauren Young, Broker License #01320107 Listed on: 01/03/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Emilia Araujo

COMPASS License #01910638

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,110

Year Built

  • Built in 1964 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,980 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Canyon Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • South Pasadena Middle School
  • South Pasadena High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts in Garage
  • Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 115
  • Tax Tract Number 4807
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5314006006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,110

Year Built

Built in 1964 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: All appliances including washer and dryer are included without warranty..
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5314006006
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1980.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Copper Plumbing Full, Granite Counters, Living Room Balcony
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Area
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 857.58
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Master Suite, Walk-In Closet
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks In Bath(s), Remodeled, Separate Tub And Shower, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: No
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Canyon
  • Fence: Yes
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Gutters

Schools

  • Middle School: South Pasadena
  • High School: South Pasadena
  • High School: South Pasadena
  • Middle Or Junior School: South Pasadena
  • High School2: SOUPAS

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11635.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2671

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 11635.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 115
  • Tax Tract: 8026
  • Tax Tract Number: 4807.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 3, 2022
Closed on
Jan 31, 2022
Sold by
Whitford Steven D and Whitford Ding-Fan
Bought by
Axelrod Blake Waters
Seller's Agent
Lauren Young
Lauren Young, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Emilia Araujo
COMPASS
List Price
$1,698,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$52,000
3.06%
Current Estimated Value
$2,173,846

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$423,846
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.36%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$745,768
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,428,078

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2008
Sold by
Whitford Steve
Bought by
Whitford Steven D and Whitford Ding Fan
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Axelrod Blake Waters $1,750,000 Equity Title
Whitford Steven D -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Waters Axelrod Blake $124,000
Closed Waters Axelrod Blake $44,000
Open Axelrod Blake Waters $800,000
Previous Owner Whitford Steven $50,000
Previous Owner Whitford Steven $10,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/11/2022 02/11/22 Sold $1,750,000 +3.1% $884 / Sq Ft
01/12/2022 01/12/22 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2022 01/06/22 For Sale $1,698,000 -- $858 / 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 $22,110 $1,857,113 $1,485,691 $371,422
2024 $22,110 $1,820,700 $1,456,560 $364,140
2023 $21,636 $1,785,000 $1,428,000 $357,000
2022 $4,542 $317,224 $156,171 $161,053
2021 $4,450 $311,005 $153,109 $157,896
2019 $4,314 $301,782 $148,569 $153,213
2018 $4,183 $295,865 $145,656 $150,209
2017 $4,123 $290,064 $142,800 $147,264
2016 $3,881 $284,377 $140,000 $144,377
2015 $3,819 $280,107 $137,898 $142,209
2014 $3,781 $274,621 $135,197 $139,424
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Lauren Young

    Lauren Young, Broker

    (818) 481-5819

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Emilia Araujo

    COMPASS

  • Emilia Aldana

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Emilia Aldana

    COMPASS

    (626) 205-4040

    16 in this area

    34 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-7824

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5314-006-006

California Los Angeles County South Pasadena 91030

561 Alta Vista Ave, South Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 561 Alta Vista Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030 since 03 January 2022 and is currently estimated at $2,173,846, approximately $1,097 per square foot. This property was built in 1964. 561 Alta Vista Ave is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Monterey Hills Elementary, South Pasadena Middle School, and South Pasadena High School.

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