NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $5,545,000 - $6,044,000

7 Beds
8.5 Baths
5,846 Sq Ft
$1,000/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 01, 2024

Last sale price $5,250,000 $898 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $32,188/month

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Automatic Gate
  • 0.89 Acre Lot
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2024

An estate home to treasure for decades, 728 Hillside Terrace elevates your life and enlivens your spirit with its enticing warmth, timeless beauty, and modern comforts. This exquisite property offers immense soul and exceptional privacy while tucked away on nearly a full acre in Pasadena's exclusive San Rafael Heights. Noteworthy both inside and out, the verdant, park-like grounds feature a masterfully designed landscape with towering redwoods, lush plantings, dozens of mature trees, a dazzling pool, a tennis court, and a fabulous parterre garden that evokes the grandeur of a noble European estate. Stepping inside, you're captivated by the old-world artistry surrounding you. From the beamed ceilings, fine woodwork, and arched doorways to the regal staircase, stately fireplaces, and stained-glass windows, one cannot help but be awed by the fine craftsmanship on display throughout. Especially striking are the exquisite formal rooms and a showstopping paneled library that fully captures the quiet elegance and rich character that sets the home apart. During their 39 magical years here, the current owners have savored the countless tennis tournaments, pool parties, BBQs, and lively football and basketball games they have hosted in the vast backyard. Now, as you write your next exciting chapter, you have the same opportunity to create your own dream life, surrounded by peacefulness and natural beauty, at this classic 1930's estate.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eva Lin

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01817694 Listed on: 03/06/2024

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Zack Niu

Wetrust Realty License #02035217

Wetrust Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 0.89 Acre Lot
  • Electric Fence
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Driveway
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Pool

Interior Spaces

  • 5,846 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Library with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Tax Tract Number 4638
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5717014001

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mountainous Community

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5717014001
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 5846.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Pantry, Balcony, Wet Bar, Storage, High Ceilings
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, In Kitchen, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Library, Gas, Primary Bedroom, Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 898.05
  • Room Type: Attic, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom, Laundry, Kitchen, Foyer, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Library, Jack & Jill, Formal Entry, Family Room, Dressing Area, Basement, Bonus Room
  • Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
  • Bathroom Features: Remodeled, Bathtub, Stone Counters, Privacy Toilet Door, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Tile Counters, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Pool, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Electric
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door, Gated, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 10.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Microwave, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Mountainous, Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 38949.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.8941

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 38949.0000 Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Tract Number: 4638.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2024
Closed on
Apr 26, 2024
Sold by
Thorell Family Trust and Thorell Robert C
Bought by
He Zhongxin
Seller's Agent
Eva Lin
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Zack Niu
Wetrust Realty
List Price
$5,500,000
Sold Price
$5,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-4.55%
Views
131
Current Estimated Value
$5,843,708

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$593,708
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2007
Sold by
Thorell Robert C and Thorell Sharilyn H
Bought by
Thorell Robert C
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
He Zhongxin $5,245,000 Chicago Title Company
Thorell Robert C -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/01/2024 05/01/24 Sold $5,250,000 -4.5% $898 / Sq Ft
04/24/2024 04/24/24 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2024 03/06/24 For Sale $5,500,000 -- $941 / 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 $19,586 $5,349,900 $4,581,126 $768,774
2024 $19,586 $1,692,718 $756,742 $935,976
2023 $19,420 $1,659,528 $741,904 $917,624
2022 $18,746 $1,626,989 $727,357 $899,632
2021 $17,963 $1,595,089 $713,096 $881,993
2019 $17,292 $1,547,781 $691,947 $855,834
2018 $17,522 $1,517,433 $678,380 $839,053
2016 $16,946 $1,458,511 $652,039 $806,472
2015 $16,761 $1,436,604 $642,245 $794,359
2014 $16,413 $1,408,464 $629,665 $778,799
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-16742

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5717-014-001