$1,775,000
SOLD JUL 9, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,396 Sq Ft
7,698 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,271 Per Sq Ft

19% Above List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Automatic Gate
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Property is near park and public transit
  • Pasadena High School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • 5-minute walk to McDonald Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Looking for your slice of Heaven? Find out how deliciously sweet life can be residing at 898 N Chester Avenue within the Bungalow Heaven Landmark District in Pasadena. Among the sixteen-block area, developed primarily between 1888 and 1929, this Spanish Colonial Revival built in 1921 offers 3-bedrooms and 2-bathrooms within 1,396 sq ft of pure pride of ownership. A magnificent magnolia tree greets you telling the tales of time as you walk up to the front porch and step inside. Enter into the living room with fireplace, wood-framed casement windows, original hardwood floors, and architectural details such as the arch cut-outs between the living and dining rooms, providing visual connections defining the style, while creating a sense of openness between spaces. Consider the soulful attributes from the past including the original built-in buffet in the spacious dining room, and through a wall of French-doors you find an outdoor patio. Take in tasteful improvements and upgrades, such as the new kitchen with quartz countertops and new appliances with a large wall of windows providing constant northern light exposure throughout the day. Get cozy in your breakfast nook and enjoy having morning coffee or afternoon tea with a book. A breezeway off the kitchen leading to the garage accommodates the laundry room with washer and dryer. Located off of the kitchen, there is an additional updated guest bathroom with shower. A central hallway off the dining room leads to the sleeping area with three comfortably-sized bedrooms. Wooden louvered interior shutters allow control balanced light while allowing airflow. The main bathroom has been remodeled with fresh ceramic tile and vanity. Additional storage can be found in the California basement along with the new water heater. The home has recently received a fresh coat of paint. Several systems including a newer roof, copper plumbing and a new HVAC with new ducting, furnace, condenser, IWAV ozone filter and HEPA filter, installed in 2024 have been outfitted to this home, including 220-amps for electric vehicles. The cherry on top of this slice of California paradise? The corner-lot bungalow sits on a generous 7,698 sq ft lot, designed for effortless outdoor entertaining. Step into a beautifully xeriscaped backyard where low-maintenance composite granite pathways wind through drought-tolerant native plants, all softly lit by ambient outdoor lighting. Whether you're lounging under the redwood pergola, gathered around the cozy fire pit, or enjoying a meal at the picnic area with sweeping mountaintop views, every moment here celebrates California's outdoor lifestyle. But that's just the beginning. With multiple entertainment zones already in place, there's still ample space to expand - add an ADU, a garden, or more lounging areas. Pass along the streets lined with large mature California live oaks and camphor trees and enter through an automated gate to a finished two-car garage, with room to park additional vehicles with ease. This home offers the perfect blend of history, relaxation, and utility. Just two blocks away from McDonald Park. Enjoy the bounty of neighborhood businesses, such as, Millie's Cafe, Roma Market, Bacchus Kitchen + Wine Bar, Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar, Seed Bakery, Madeline Garden Bistro & Venue, Bistro 45, Union Restaurant, The Gourmet Cobbler Factory, Fika Fika Coffee, Bloomfield Creamery and Erewhon. Come see what Heaven is really like.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Ward

Sotheby's International Realty License #01871422 Listed on: 05/27/2025

Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Valeria Leininger

Sotheby's International Realty License #01948372

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1921 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,698 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 51x152
  • West Facing Home
  • Fenced Yard
  • Wood Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Corner Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Lawn
  • Historic Home
  • Property is zoned PSR6

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Automatic Gate
  • Controlled Entrance

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Raised Foundation
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Clay Roof
  • Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,396 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas and Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security Lights
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near park and public transit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Sewer in Street

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5739-016-023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1921 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Spanish Colonial
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Additional Assessor Parcel Numbers: No
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Living Area: 1396
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1767
  • Lot Dimensions: 51x152
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Probate: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1921
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Basement, Built-Ins, Detached/No Common Walls
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room, Gas Starter
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Cement
  • Appliances: Gas/Electric Range, Oven-Gas
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • Bedroom Features: Ground Floor Primary, Primary Bedroom
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Tile
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Rm, In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled
  • Laundry: Laundry Area, Inside, Room
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 1070.92
  • Windows: Drapes/Curtains, Plantation Shutters

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Other Features: Full Copper Plumbing, Historical, Rain Gutters
  • Other Structures: None
  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Fence: Wood
  • Patio: Concrete Slab, Porch - Front, Porch, Patio Open
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Clay, Composition, Flat, Spanish Tile
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Other Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Attached, Auto Driveway Gate, Built-In Storage, Controlled Entrance, Door Opener, Driveway, Driveway - Concrete, Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Garage Is Attached, Gated, Side By Side
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Volt 220: In Garage
  • Water Heater: Gas, Water Heater Unit
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Central, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Security: Exterior Security Lights, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Automatic Gate, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: In Street
  • Water: In Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Special Zoning: Property Report
  • Sprinklers: Sprinkler System, Sprinkler Timer, Rear, Side, Front, Drip System
  • Horses: No
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5739-016-023
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Curbs, Exterior Security Lights, Fenced Yard, Front Yard, Gutters, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Sidewalks, Single Lot, Street Asphalt, Yard, Automatic Gate
  • Lot Location: Corner Lot, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby
  • Lot Size Area: 7698

Rental Info

  • Land Lease Purchase Yn: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2025
Closed on
Jun 13, 2025
Sold by
Villalobos Jeremy and Azimi Sadaf
Bought by
Ding Sharon
Seller's Agent
Steve Ward
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Valeria Leininger
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$280,000
18.73%
Views
68
Current Estimated Value
$1,707,225

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$67,775
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.21%
Original Mortgage
$1,209,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,202,533
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$504,692

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2025
Closed on
Jun 10, 2025
Sold by
Lili Ghavami Revocable Trust and Azimi Sadaf
Bought by
Villalobos Jeremy and Azimi Sadaf
Seller's Agent
Steve Ward
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Valeria Leininger
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$280,000
18.73%
Views
68

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,209,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,202,533
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$504,692

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2016
Closed on
Dec 7, 2016
Sold by
Marchetti Brian A
Bought by
Azimi Sadaf and Ghavami Lili
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Parker-Stanton
COMPASS
List Price
$747,250
Sold Price
$747,250

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.67%
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2008
Sold by
Marchetti Brian
Bought by
Marchetti Brian A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$414,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2005
Sold by
Hall Molly B
Bought by
Marchetti Brian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,500
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2001
Sold by
Mosley Robert and Mosley Julie
Bought by
Marchetti Brian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,600
Interest Rate
7.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1996
Sold by
Perez Martin
Bought by
Mosley Robert and Mosley Julie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,900
Interest Rate
8.42%
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 $1,775,000 Fidelity National Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $747,500 Lawyers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Servicelink
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title Co Of California
Individual Deed $332,000 --
Grant Deed $179,000 Guardian Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,209,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $560,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $414,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $330,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $265,600 No Value Available
Previous Owner $169,900 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Sold $1,775,000 +18.7% $1,271 / Sq Ft
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2025 05/27/25 For Sale $1,495,000 +100.1% $1,071 / Sq Ft
12/30/2016 12/30/16 Sold $747,250 0.0% $535 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/16/2016 12/16/16 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2016 10/18/16 For Sale $747,250 -- $535 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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 $9,722 $867,183 $693,796 $173,387
2024 $9,722 $850,181 $680,193 $169,988
2023 $9,638 $833,511 $666,856 $166,655
2022 $9,303 $817,169 $653,781 $163,388
2021 $8,923 $801,147 $640,962 $160,185
2019 $8,586 $777,386 $621,951 $155,435
2018 $8,735 $762,144 $609,756 $152,388
2016 $4,897 $414,302 $331,446 $82,856
2015 $4,842 $408,080 $326,468 $81,612
2014 $4,746 $400,087 $320,073 $80,014
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25529607

The MLS

APN: 5739-016-023