$706,000
SOLD APR 5, 2021

697 E California Blvd Unit 3 Pasadena, CA 91106

Madison Heights Neighborhood
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,257 Sq Ft
$250/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$562 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Card or Code Access

About This Home

As of May 2025

MADISON HEIGHTS!! Beautiful, PICTURE- PERFECT, light and airy, one-of-a-kind 2BR + 2 1/2 BA townhouse. Feels like a private house. Located BACK FROM THE STREET with a large and private relaxing porch and oversized balcony overlooking lush trees and magnificent sunset. An easy stroll from Caltech, South Lake Ave., the Playhouse District, and Old Town. The living area is open and airy with high ceilings,, large windows, and a fireplace. The dining room overlooks the living room. There is a powder room for guests and a conveniently enclosed laundry area. The kitchen is open and features upgraded cabinetry, quartz countertops, recessed lighting, upgraded stainless appliances, a European-style range hood, and a large pantry. Upstairs, there are two master suites, each with cathedral ceilings and full private baths. The first master suite offers a separate dressing area, a large walk-in closet, and a large private balcony. The second master suite offers ample closets and large windows. There is also a SPACIOUS attached two-car garage with a large storage closet. Pasadena living at its best! Video Tour: https://vimeo.com/516574330/e4e19eba4c 3D Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=UwgygsT9nNY&mls=1

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hans Hagenmayer

Teamprovident, Inc. License #01208714 Listed on: 02/25/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Weili Chen

Coldwell Banker George Realty License #02049692

Coldwell Banker George Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,463

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Split Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,257 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Double Master Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Additional Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Two or More Common Walls

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • 8 Units
  • 697 E California HOA, Phone Number (626) 795-3282

Security

  • Card or Code Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,463

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Card/Code Access
  • Subdivision Name Other: Not Applicable
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1257.00 Square Feet
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Appliances: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Price Per Square Foot: 561.65
  • Room Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Two Masters

Exterior Features

  • Fence: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Insurance
  • Association Fee: 250.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: 697 E California HOA
  • Phone: (626) 795-3282
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Pasadena Unified

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12879.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 12879.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2022
Sold by
Lee Edward W
Bought by
Edward W Lee 2022 Separate Property Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2021
Closed on
Mar 10, 2021
Sold by
Casteel Sandra and Casteel Marlene
Bought by
Lee Edward W
Seller's Agent
Hans Hagenmayer
Teamprovident, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Weili Chen
Coldwell Banker George Realty
List Price
$689,000
Sold Price
$706,000
Premium/Discount to List
$17,000
2.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2010
Sold by
Bierbrauer Jessica L
Bought by
Casteel Sandra Marlene

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,500
Interest Rate
5.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2003
Sold by
Dmytrow Elizabeth
Bought by
Bierbrauer Jessica L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$274,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2000
Sold by
Gross Robert A
Bought by
Dmytrow Elizabeth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1997
Sold by
Gross Robert A
Bought by
Gross Robert A and Rubio Dori
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Grant Deed $706,000 Wfg National Title Company
Grant Deed $445,000 Advantage Title Inc
Grant Deed $342,500 Southland Title
Individual Deed $225,000 Equity Title
Gift Deed -- Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $274,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $34,250 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Sold $830,000 +1.2% $660 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2025 03/27/25 For Sale $820,000 +16.1% $652 / Sq Ft
04/05/2021 04/05/21 Sold $706,000 +2.5% $562 / Sq Ft
03/17/2021 03/17/21 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2021 02/25/21 For Sale $689,000 -- $548 / 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
2024 $8,463 $749,212 $533,575 $215,637
2023 $8,390 $734,522 $523,113 $211,409
2022 $8,096 $720,120 $512,856 $207,264
2021 $5,894 $530,661 $330,204 $200,457
2020 $5,657 $525,221 $326,819 $198,402
2019 $5,670 $514,923 $320,411 $194,512
2018 $5,786 $504,828 $314,129 $190,699
2016 $5,593 $485,227 $301,932 $183,295
2015 $5,531 $477,939 $297,397 $180,542
2014 $5,415 $468,578 $291,572 $177,006
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Michelle Wu

    KW Vision

    1 in this area

    2 Total Sales

    Michelle Wu
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  • Autumn Yuan

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Autumn Yuan

    RE/MAX

    (626) 393-5315

    3 in this area

    168 Total Sales

    Autumn Yuan
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  • Hans Hagenmayer

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Hans Hagenmayer

    Teamprovident, Inc.

    (626) 576-7660

    2 in this area

    88 Total Sales

    Hans Hagenmayer
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  • Weili Chen

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Weili Chen

    Coldwell Banker George Realty

    (626) 375-5998

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Weili Chen
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-3500

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5734-020-025

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91101 Madison Heights

697 E California Blvd Unit 3, Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 697 E California Blvd Unit 3, Pasadena, CA 91106 and is currently priced at $706,000, approximately $561 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 697 E California Blvd Unit 3 is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including McKinley School, Blair High School, and The Waverly School.

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