NOT LISTED FOR SALE

612 S Mentor Ave Pasadena, CA 91106

Estimated Value: $2,217,751 - $2,653,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,599 Sq Ft
$951/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 04, 2015

Last sale price $1,295,000 $498 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,989/month

118 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Koi Pond
  • Central Air
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

As of September 2015

Located in Pasadena's premier Tournament Fields Historic District, this restored Colonial Bungalow home is an architectural treasure. Designed in 1912 by renowned architect Sylvanus Marston and restored by the current owner, the home sits on a Golden Arrow Award landscaped lot and is situated in a coveted neighborhood adjoining the South Lake Avenue Business District. The gourmet eat-in kitchen, designed by Dewitt Kitchens, earned an Honorable Mention Award in 2008 by the National Kitchen & Bath Association. There are 4 bedrooms , a sun room, a custom walnut library, two period-style remodeled baths, spacious formal dining room, formal living with wood burning fireplace, gleaming oak hardwood floors, original molding, and a 2nd floor lounge. Additional features include: Copper plumbing & E

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Cohn

Keller Williams Realty License #01774057 Listed on: 04/14/2015

Co-Listed By

Cynthia Cohn

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic License #01329698

Last Buyer's Agent

Lin Vlacich

Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. License #00609754

Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 7,592 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned PSR3

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,599 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • Koi Pond
  • Central Air

Community Details

  • Not Applicable 1007242 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5327018017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Not Applicable - 1007242
  • Zoning: PSR3
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5327018017
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2599.00
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 498.27

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Koi Pond

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooking
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7592.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2016
Sold by
Lester Henry A
Bought by
The Henry & Margaret Lester Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$2,471,938

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$192,365
Interest Rate
2.92%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$2,279,573

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2015
Closed on
Aug 11, 2015
Sold by
Meurer William Henry
Bought by
Henry & Margaret Lester Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Mark Cohn
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lin Vlacich
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,295,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.46%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2006
Sold by
Li Qinpei
Bought by
Meurer William Henry

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2006
Sold by
Hua Hoang Quoc Kim
Bought by
Meurer William Henry and William Henry Meurer 1997 Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2004
Sold by
Suchy Mara
Bought by
Hua Hoang Quoc Kim

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$581,250
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1997
Sold by
Albarian Dawn Elma
Bought by
Albarian Armen George

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
4.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 1997
Sold by
Saigh Mark
Bought by
Suchy Mara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
4.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 1997
Sold by
Morrison Family Trust Morrison D L And F A Tr and Lorenzen Violette
Bought by
Suchy Mara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
4.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1993
Sold by
Morrison Florence A
Bought by
Morrison Donovan L
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
The Henry & Margaret Lester Family Trust -- Equity Title
Henry & Margaret Lester Family Trust $1,295,000 Lawyers Title
Meurer William Henry -- None Available
Meurer William Henry $912,500 Stewart Title
Hua Hoang Quoc Kim $775,000 First American Title Co Los
Albarian Armen George -- American Title Co
Suchy Mara -- American Title Co
Suchy Mara $230,000 American Title Co
Morrison Donovan L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open The Henry & Margaret Lester Family Trust $250,000
Previous Owner Hua Hoang Quoc Kim $581,250
Previous Owner Suchy Mara $172,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/04/2015 09/04/15 Sold $1,295,000 0.0% $498 / Sq Ft
08/10/2015 08/10/15 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2015 04/14/15 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $498 / 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 $12,907 $1,155,097 $386,342 $768,755
2024 $12,907 $1,132,449 $378,767 $753,682
2023 $12,798 $1,110,245 $371,341 $738,904
2022 $12,352 $1,088,476 $364,060 $724,416
2021 $11,842 $1,067,134 $356,922 $710,212
2019 $11,394 $973,061 $346,337 $626,724
2018 $10,892 $953,983 $339,547 $614,436
2016 $14,778 $1,295,000 $906,000 $389,000
2015 $9,930 $858,500 $627,000 $231,500
2014 $9,905 $858,500 $627,000 $231,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Mark Cohn

    Keller Williams Realty

  • Cynthia Cohn

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Cynthia Cohn

    Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic

    (626) 714-6808

    1 in this area

    128 Total Sales

    Cynthia Cohn
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Lin Vlacich

    Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

    (626) 688-6464

    13 Total Sales

    Lin Vlacich
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P0-315003645

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5327-018-017

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91106

612 S Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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