NOT LISTED FOR SALE

747 E California Blvd Unit 9 Pasadena, CA 91106

Madison Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $781,000 - $853,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,185 Sq Ft
$403/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 22, 2023

Last sale price $760,000 $641 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,446/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • City Lights View
  • Open Patio
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of December 2023

Indulge yourself with this meticulously refreshed penthouse near Pasadena's South Lake Business District, flaunting an impressive Walk Score of 85. Revel in proximity to acclaimed dining spots and shops such as Arbour, Uovo, Magnolia House, Macy's, Pavilions and Trader Joe's, all within a few blocks.Experience the epitome of convenience with two parking spaces and an elevator guiding you to the third/top level. The distant San Gabriel Mtns under the cool northern sky put you right in tranquil mood. Tall ceilings, a grand floor-to ceiling fireplace, and the new hard-surface luxury flooring create an inviting ambiance. Unwind on the private and spacious balcony, offering serene tree-top views by day and captivating sunset vistas as the evening unfolds.The strategically positioned kitchen near the entrance ensures seamless grocery handling, while an atrium/skylight ceiling adds a touch of sophistication to the dining area. Retreat to the main bedroom at the rear, featuring two generous closets and a well-lit main bathroom. It has a slider to the private balcony. The second bedroom, with a large sunny window, is perfect for a home office or guests, complemented by a full second bathroom conveniently located in the hallway.Freshly painted throughout, this end-unit penthouse in a nice unit condominium complex is a must-see. Schedule a viewing and make this sophisticated penthouse your new sanctuary.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hem-young deFazio

COMPASS Brokerage Phone: (626) 825-5599 License #00975285 Listed on: 11/29/2023

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Talya Gumpel

Compass License #02155650

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,639

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 1 Common Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Density is 36-40 Units/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $403 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Mountain

Interior Spaces

  • 1,185 Sq Ft Home
  • Entryway
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Open Patio

Additional Features

  • Urban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4636

Community Details

Overview

  • Oak Knoll Villa HOA, Phone Number (626) 795-3282
  • Beven And Brock Property Management Co. HOA

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Restriction

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,639

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$403 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1185.00 Square Feet
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 631.65
  • Room Type: Entry, Primary Bathroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: City Lights, Mountain(s)
  • Fence: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open, Patio, Roof Top
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside, In Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pet Rules, Pets Permitted, Water, Trash, Sewer
  • Association Fee: 403.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Oak Knoll Villa HOA
  • Phone: 626-795-3282
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Urban
  • Association Management: Beven and Brock Property Management Co.

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 36-40 Units/Acre

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 4636

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 29, 2023
Closed on
Dec 6, 2023
Sold by
Grady Donna M
Bought by
Kamenova Boriana and Kamenova Dragomir
Seller's Agent
Hem-young deFazio
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Talya Gumpel
Compass
List Price
$748,500
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,500
1.54%
Total Days on Market
2
Views
187
Current Estimated Value
$814,552

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$54,552
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2022
Sold by
Elmer And Grace Carter Trust
Bought by
Grady Donna M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2014
Sold by
Carter Elmer M
Bought by
Elmer & Grace Carter Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2003
Sold by
Carter Grace Ellen and Carter Elmer Milton
Bought by
Carter Elmer Milton

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,000
Interest Rate
5.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2002
Sold by
Carter Grace E
Bought by
Carter Elmer M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Interest Rate
5.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 1993
Sold by
Carter Elmer M
Bought by
Carter Grace E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,800
Interest Rate
7.25%
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
Kamenova Boriana $760,000 Consumers Title Company
Grady Donna M -- --
Elmer & Grace Carter Trust -- None Available
Carter Elmer Milton -- Financial Title Company
Carter Elmer M -- Multiple
Carter Grace E -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Carter Grace Ellen $157,000
Previous Owner Carter Elmer Milton $155,200
Previous Owner Carter Elmer Milton $143,000
Previous Owner Carter Elmer M $123,500
Previous Owner Carter Grace E $103,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/22/2023 12/22/23 Sold $760,000 +1.5% $641 / Sq Ft
11/29/2023 11/29/23 For Sale $748,500 -- $632 / 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 $8,639 $760,000 $530,100 $229,900
2023 $4,546 $389,183 $98,283 $290,900
2022 $4,388 $381,553 $96,356 $285,197
2021 $4,206 $374,072 $94,467 $279,605
2019 $4,048 $362,978 $91,666 $271,312
2018 $4,128 $355,862 $89,869 $265,993
2016 $3,981 $342,045 $86,380 $255,665
2015 $3,936 $336,908 $85,083 $251,825
2014 $3,857 $330,310 $83,417 $246,893
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Hem-young deFazio

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Hem-young deFazio

    COMPASS

    (626) 825-5599

    3 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Hem-young deFazio
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  • Talya Gumpel

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Talya Gumpel

    Compass

    (310) 902-0910

    1 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Talya Gumpel
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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-15879

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5734-029-099

California Los Angeles County Pasadena 91101 Madison Heights

747 E California Blvd Unit 9, Pasadena, CA

This home is located at 747 E California Blvd Unit 9, Pasadena, CA 91106 since 29 November 2023 and is currently estimated at $814,552, approximately $687 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 747 E California Blvd Unit 9 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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