NOT LISTED FOR SALE

621 E California Blvd Pasadena, CA 91106

Madison Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $865,000 - $994,389

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,488 Sq Ft
48,125 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold May 30, 2019

Last sale price $837,000 $562 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,738/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • 1.1 Acre Lot
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of May 2019

La Casa Torre was designed by noted architect, Everett Phipps Babcock, who worked with Wallace Neff, when he first arrived in Pasadena. Built in 1927, the charming Spanish Colonial Revival stylebuilding features eight residences, centered on a romantic courtyard, enhanced by antique Padre tiles, a hexagonal fountain, and lush landscaping.This ground floor, one-level home exudes the stateliness and dignity of a private residence and offers two good-sized bedrooms, two baths, a cozy den, updated kitchen, large formal dining room, and separate laundry. The gracious living room features a handsome fireplace and arched doorways. The many original architectural details include rich hardwood floors, a wood paneled door, and a lovely stained, bottle glass window.This is a wonderful opportunity to live in a historic home, close to Pasadena's bustling business district and a thriving university environment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Reed

Sotheby's International Realty License #01050805 Listed on: 04/08/2019

Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Linda Zinn

Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. License #00993711

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Bryant

M&M Bryant Real Estate Inc License #00849321

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • West Facing Home

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,488 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Raised Hearth
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Den
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5734019089

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • La Casa Torre Association

Recreation

  • Fitness Center

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

1.1 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: No
  • Zoning: PSR1
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5734019089
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1488.00
  • Stories: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Raised Hearth, Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 562.50
  • Room Type: Den

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Gym/Ex Room
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: La Casa Torre
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 48126.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.1048

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 48126.0000 Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2019
Closed on
Apr 22, 2019
Sold by
Lovely Family Trust
Bought by
Roberts Danielo K
Seller's Agent
Joseph Reed
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Bryant
M&M Bryant Real Estate Inc
List Price
$810,000
Sold Price
$837,000
Premium/Discount to List
$27,000
3.33%
Current Estimated Value
$938,097

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$101,097
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.69%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2010
Sold by
Lovely Judith H
Bought by
Lovely Judith H and Lovely Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2003
Sold by
Claus David B
Bought by
Lovely Brandoch L and Lovely Judith H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
5.6%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 1999
Sold by
California Federal Bank Fsb
Bought by
Claus David B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
6.91%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 1999
Sold by
Hampton Hampton W
Bought by
California Federal Bank Fsb and California Fsla
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
Roberts Danielo K $837,000 Lawyers Title
Lovely Judith H -- None Available
Lovely Brandoch L $459,000 Southland Title
Claus David B $276,000 North American Title Co
California Federal Bank Fsb $273,600 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lovely Brandoch L $300,000
Previous Owner Claus David B $276,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Sold $837,000 +3.3% $563 / Sq Ft
04/26/2019 04/26/19 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2019 04/08/19 For Sale $810,000 -- $544 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

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 $10,288 $933,684 $604,609 $329,075
2024 $10,288 $915,377 $592,754 $322,623
2023 $10,200 $897,430 $581,132 $316,298
2022 $9,842 $879,835 $569,738 $310,097
2021 $9,436 $862,584 $558,567 $304,017
2019 $7,506 $158,409 $74,701 $83,708
2018 $1,931 $155,304 $73,237 $82,067
2016 $1,841 $149,275 $70,394 $78,881
2015 $1,819 $147,034 $69,337 $77,697
2014 $1,789 $144,155 $67,979 $76,176
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joseph Reed

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Joseph Reed

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (626) 396-3925

    22 Total Sales

    Joseph Reed
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Linda Zinn

    Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Daniel Bryant

    M&M Bryant Real Estate Inc

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P0-819001535

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5734-019-089

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91101 Madison Heights

621 E California Blvd, Pasadena, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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