79 E Calaveras St Altadena, CA 91001
Estimated payment $4,025/month
About This Lot
Set in the foothills of Altadena, a community celebrated for its quiet charm and natural beauty, this parcel offers a remarkable opportunity to create a residence defined by intention, serenity, and architectural expression. More than a vacant lot, the property carries the subtle imprint of a former garden--an inheritance of front fencing, thoughtfully laid paver stones, and mature landscaping that softens the land and gives it a sense of place from the moment you arrive. These elements create a foundation that is both inspiring and grounding, inviting a future home that feels rooted in the landscape while open to possibility.This is a property for those who see potential not as a blank slate, but as a conversation between land and imagination. It is a site where architecture can breathe, where nature frames every decision, and where the quiet rhythms of the foothills shape daily life. For the discerning homeowner, this lot offers the rare chance to craft something exceptional--something that reflects personal vision while honoring the character of its surroundings.
Property Details
Property Type
- Land
Lot Details
- 9,364 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Block Wall Fence
- No Sprinklers
- Property is zoned LCR175
Additional Features
- Mountain Views
- Exterior Lighting
- Private Water Source
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5835031028
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,847 | $404,950 | $404,950 | -- |
| 2024 | $9,847 | $843,124 | $610,784 | $232,340 |
| 2023 | $9,760 | $826,593 | $598,808 | $227,785 |
| 2022 | $9,421 | $810,386 | $587,067 | $223,319 |
| 2021 | $8,964 | $794,497 | $575,556 | $218,941 |
| 2019 | $8,627 | $770,935 | $558,486 | $212,449 |
| 2018 | $8,777 | $755,820 | $547,536 | $208,284 |
| 2016 | $7,864 | $661,705 | $451,907 | $209,798 |
| 2015 | $7,780 | $651,766 | $445,119 | $206,647 |
| 2014 | $6,470 | $536,238 | $418,644 | $117,594 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 03/26/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/01/2026 03/01/26 | For Sale | $595,000 | -19.7% | -- | |
| 10/18/2016 10/18/16 | Sold | $741,000 | -1.2% | $482 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/16/2016 09/16/16 | Price Changed | $749,800 | +0.2% | $488 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/16/2016 09/16/16 | For Sale | $748,000 | +17.1% | $487 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/06/2014 05/06/14 | Sold | $639,000 | +1.6% | $416 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/30/2014 03/30/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/11/2014 03/11/14 | For Sale | $629,000 | +106.2% | $410 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/13/2012 06/13/12 | Sold | $305,000 | -12.9% | $202 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/01/2011 11/01/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/22/2011 09/22/11 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $232 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $741,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $639,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $305,000 | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Accommodation | |
| Grant Deed | -- | California Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $599,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $140,000 | Guardian Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $103,000 | Landsafe Title | |
| Trustee Deed | $86,260 | Landsafe Title | |
| Deed | $128,000 | Gateway Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $518,700 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $479,250 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $270,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $59,900 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $539,100 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $112,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $91,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $128,000 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: P1-26045
APN: 5835-031-028
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