NOT LISTED FOR SALE

620 S Mentor Ave Pasadena, CA 91106

Estimated Value: $2,034,000 - $2,794,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,484 Sq Ft
$1,002/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 09, 2015

Last sale price $1,552,000 $625 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,602/month

138 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near public transit
  • Lawn

About This Home

As of February 2015

This Pasadena historical home was designed by the acclaimed architect Cyril Bennett in 1914, the designer of Pasadena Civic Auditorium, Raymond theater, the Colonial Court and many more. The classic Colonial style near Polytechnic School, Cal-tech & Lake Ave stores was one of the earlier designs by Mr. Bennett. His original drawings have been preserved and framed. From the inviting columnated front porch through the lg. foyer to the grand living Rm. w/ fireplace, built-in bookcases, to French doors leading to a covered patio, where you can enjoy the expansive vista of the park-like garden. A light-filled DR w/corner china cabinets leads to a period kitchen. Crown moldings, beautiful wood floors, copper plumbing & bolted foundation. A restored roof-top deck using the original design is acce

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Miko Lynn

Engel & Völkers Pasadena License #01035756 Listed on: 09/17/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Susanne Hayek

COMPASS License #01947917

COMPASS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1914 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts an alley
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn
  • Property is zoned PSR6

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Seismic Tie Down
  • Quake Bracing

Interior Spaces

  • 2,484 Sq Ft Home
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Blinds
  • Solar Screens
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Maid or Guest Quarters

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Community Details

  • Not Applicable 1007242 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5327018016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1914 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Inclusions: Washer/Dryer and Refrigerator included without warranty.
  • Road Frontage Type: Alley
  • Road Surface Type: Alley Paved
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Not Applicable - 1007242
  • Zoning: PSR6
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5327018016
  • Year Built: 1914
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2484.00
  • Interior Amenities: Chair Railings, Crown Molding
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 624.80
  • Room Type: Main Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Living Room, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Family Room, Formal Entry
  • Window Features: Blinds, Solar Screens, Plantation Shutters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Quake Bracing
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Roof Top, Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Green Features

  • Green Location: Transportation, Walkability

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Lawn, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12060.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2016
Sold by
Benitez Christopher Thomas
Bought by
Benitez Thyne Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$2,490,126

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 17, 2014
Closed on
Dec 31, 2014
Sold by
Kanayama Kazuo
Bought by
Benitez Christopher Thomas and Thyne Shannon Michele
Seller's Agent
Miko Lynn
Engel & Völkers Pasadena
Buyer's Agent
Susanne Hayek
COMPASS
List Price
$1,552,000
Sold Price
$1,552,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%
Original Mortgage
$1,241,600
Outstanding Balance
$948,195
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,541,931

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2008
Sold by
Kanayama Kazuo
Bought by
Kanayama Kazuo and Kanayama Hiromi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2005
Sold by
Kanayama Kazuo
Bought by
Kanayama Kazuo M and Kanayama Hiromi A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2002
Sold by
Scheper David C
Bought by
Kanayama Kazuo and Kanayama Hiromi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
6.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2000
Sold by
Scheper David C
Bought by
Scheper David C and Scheper Barbara M
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
Benitez Thyne Family Trust -- None Available
Benitez Christopher Thomas $1,552,000 Old Republic Title Company
Kanayama Kazuo -- Accommodation
Kanayama Kazuo M -- --
Kanayama Kazuo $710,000 Fidelity Title
Scheper David C -- --
Scheper David C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Benitez Christopher Thomas $1,241,600
Previous Owner Kanayama Kazuo $230,000
Previous Owner Kanayama Kazuo $360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/09/2015 02/09/15 Sold $1,552,000 0.0% $625 / Sq Ft
02/02/2015 02/02/15 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2014 09/17/14 For Sale $1,552,000 -- $625 / 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 $6,655 $559,385 $342,000 $217,385
2024 $6,655 $559,385 $342,000 $217,385
2023 $8,378 $709,300 $433,000 $276,300
2022 $8,241 $699,000 $433,000 $266,000
2021 $7,706 $677,300 $428,000 $249,300
2019 $7,449 $595,000 $371,000 $224,000
2018 $6,585 $558,000 $391,000 $167,000
2016 $6,920 $587,000 $410,000 $177,000
2015 $6,875 $581,000 $394,200 $186,800
2014 $5,352 $446,000 $302,600 $143,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Miko Lynn

    Engel & Völkers Pasadena

  • Susanne Hayek

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Susanne Hayek

    COMPASS

    (626) 353-1266

    9 Total Sales

    Susanne Hayek
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P0-314031691

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5327-018-016

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91106

620 S Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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