$2,450,000
SOLD DEC 12, 2024

839 Milan Ave South Pasadena, CA 91030

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,926 Sq Ft
9,929 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,272 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Marengo Elementary Rated A+
  • Property is near a park
  • 4-minute walk to Garfield Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to this charming 1915 Craftsman Home located in the desirable Marengo School District of South Pasadena, a short couple blocks from beautiful Garfield Park. Offering 1,926 square feet of living space, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home invites you in with a large, covered porch entry that opens into the living room with newly refinished original hardwood floors, crown moldings and gas fireplace. The formal dining room has beautiful built-in cabinets with leaded glass doors and wainscoting. The large eat-in kitchen offers laminate countertops and ample cabinet space. The kitchen opens into the den with French doors flowing onto the expansive rear covered deck and fenced rear yard perfect for entertaining. Detached 2 car garage with alley access and shed for additional storage. The home sits on a large 9,926 square foot lot. This house is a true gem and excellent opportunity to renovate into your dream home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Waleed Wahbe

Real Estate Ebroker Inc Brokerage Phone: 626-260-3089 License #01801603 Listed on: 11/11/2024

Real Estate Ebroker Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Sara Shahmoradian

COMPASS License #02060097

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,677

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 9,929 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Privacy Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned SPR110000*

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Patio Home
  • Cosmetic Repairs Needed
  • Raised Foundation
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,926 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Den
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Marengo Elementary School
  • South Pasadena Middle School
  • South Pasadena High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Central Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 35
  • Tax Tract Number 434
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5318012025
  • $593 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,677

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Alley Paved, Paved
  • View: No
  • Zoning: SPR110000*
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property Condition: Repairs Cosmetic
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5318012025
  • Year Built: 1915
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1926.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Laminate Counters, Storage, Wainscoting
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: stairs to front/rear doors
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas, Wood Burning
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1272.07
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Basement, Den, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Main Floor Full Bath
  • Room Kitchen Features: Laminate Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Privacy, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop, Tar/Gravel
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Park, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: South Pasadena
  • Elementary School: Marengo
  • Middle School: South Pasadena
  • High School: South Pasadena
  • Elementary School: Marengo
  • High School: South Pasadena
  • Middle Or Junior School: South Pasadena
  • Elementary School #2: MARENG
  • High School2: SOUPAS

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot 6500-9999, Level, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Patio Home, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Manual, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9929.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2279

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 9929.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4806.01
  • Tax Lot: 35
  • Tax Tract Number: 434
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 593.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2024
Closed on
Dec 4, 2024
Sold by
Fosselman William P and Fosselman Mary
Bought by
Black Lion Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Waleed Wahbe
Real Estate Ebroker Inc
Buyer's Agent
Sara Shahmoradian
COMPASS
List Price
$2,098,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$352,000
16.78%
Views
66
Current Estimated Value
$2,350,390

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$99,610
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1997
Sold by
Fosselman William P
Bought by
Fosselman William P and Fosselman Mary B
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,450,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $44,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/12/2024 12/12/24 Sold $2,450,000 +16.8% $1,272 / Sq Ft
11/30/2024 11/30/24 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2024 11/11/24 For Sale $2,098,000 -- $1,089 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $1,677 $2,450,000 $2,293,700 $156,300
2024 $1,677 $100,160 $63,419 $36,741
2023 $1,648 $98,197 $62,176 $36,021
2022 $1,616 $96,272 $60,957 $35,315
2021 $1,579 $94,385 $59,762 $34,623
2019 $1,540 $91,588 $57,991 $33,597
2018 $1,414 $89,793 $56,854 $32,939
2016 $1,290 $86,309 $54,648 $31,661
2015 $1,264 $85,014 $53,828 $31,186
2014 $1,260 $83,350 $52,774 $30,576
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC24232158

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5318-012-025