NOT LISTED FOR SALE

961 E California Blvd Unit 103 Pasadena, CA 91106

Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $864,000 - $993,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,505 Sq Ft
$470/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 11, 2020

Last sale price $695,000 $462 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,044/month

69 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Automatic Gate
  • 0.61 Acre Lot
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of September 2020

This unit resides in fantastic prime area of Pasadena with a Walk Score of 92. One block from the renowned Poly Tech & Cal Tech and just steps from S. Lake Ave. Shopping District. It is conveniently close to restaurants, shops, markets and an Urgent Care center across the street. Remodeled single-story bottom unit with 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Both bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms & walk-in closets. Open concept floor plan with bamboo flooring, fireplace, large kitchen with stainless steel and energy efficient appliances, breakfast counter, and wet-bar. Ceasarstone Quartz counter top with pull-out drawers throughout U-shaped kitchen. Tons of cabinets and pantry space. Dual-panned windows. Special details including under cabinet and recessed lighting. In-closet washer & dryer. Private large balcony accessible from both living room and master bedroom suite. Elevator accessibility from garage to all floors. Complex is gated & has 24-hour surveillance. 2 subterranean side-by-side full size parking spaces with 3 guest parking to share. This unit is truly not to be missed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan Hsieh

KO TAI REALTY License #01820100 Listed on: 05/20/2020

KO TAI REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Shahe Seuylemezian

Remax Omega Pasadena License #01400433

Remax Omega Pasadena

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,551

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.61

HOA Fees

  • $470 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Automatic Gate
  • Guest Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Controlled Entrance

Home Design

  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 1,505 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Courtyard Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Range Hood
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Bamboo
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Outdoor Features

  • Living Room Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Concrete Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Two or More Common Walls

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 25595
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5327002061

Community Details

Overview

  • 29 Units
  • 961 E. California HOA, Phone Number (626) 574-1754
  • Baldwin Mgmt HOA
  • Maintained Community

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,551

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$470 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: All appliances including washer, dryer, free standing gas range, range hood and dishwasher sold "AS IS".
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Fire Sprinkler System, Security System
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: PSR4
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5327002061
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1505.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Intercom, Living Room Balcony, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 461.79
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Suite, Two Masters, Walk-In Closet
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Remodeled, Separate Tub And Shower, Upgraded, Vanity Area, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Courtyard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Controlled Entrance, Covered, Gated, Guest, Parking Space, Side by Side, Subterranean
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Closet, Stackable, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Sewer, Water, Pet Rules, Controlled Access
  • Association Fee: 470.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: 961 E. California HOA
  • Phone: 626-574-1754
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Baldwin Mgmt

Schools

  • School District: Pasadena Unified

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Appliances

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26374.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6055

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 26374.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 29
  • Number Of Units Total: 29

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4635.00
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 25595

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2020
Closed on
Aug 25, 2020
Sold by
Griggs Julian P
Bought by
Zeigler Kenya Clarissa
Seller's Agent
Susan Hsieh
KO TAI REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Shahe Seuylemezian
Remax Omega Pasadena
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,900
-7.32%
Current Estimated Value
$922,789

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$227,789
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.70%
Original Mortgage
$682,411
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2020
Closed on
Jul 31, 2020
Sold by
Tsai Sean I Hsin and Hsieh Susan Y
Bought by
Zeigler Kenya Clarissa and Griggs Helma Ingeborg
Seller's Agent
Susan Hsieh
KO TAI REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Shahe Seuylemezian
Remax Omega Pasadena
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$54,900
-7.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$682,411
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2007
Sold by
Kobrin Brian
Bought by
Tsai Sean I Hsin and Hsieh Susan Y

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,100
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Schneider Janice
Bought by
Kobrin Brian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2002
Sold by
Schneider Darren
Bought by
Bledstein Janice M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$182,600
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2002
Sold by
Bledstein Janice M
Bought by
Bledstein Janice M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$182,600
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 1999
Sold by
Ginoza Harry K
Bought by
Bledstein Janice M and Mark Bledstein I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,400
Interest Rate
7.25%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Zeigler Kenya Clarissa -- First American Title Company
Zeigler Kenya Clarissa $695,000 First American Title Company
Tsai Sean I Hsin $535,000 Fidelity Van Nuys
Kobrin Brian $440,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Schneider Janice -- Fidelity National Title Co
Bledstein Janice M -- Stewart Title
Bledstein Janice M -- Stewart Title Company
Bledstein Janice M $188,000 Equity Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Zeigler Kenya Clarissa $48,199
Closed Zeigler Kenya Clarissa $22,815
Open Zeigler Kenya Clarissa $677,254
Closed Zeigler Kenya Clarissa $682,411
Previous Owner Tsai Sean I Hsin $150,100
Previous Owner Tsai Sean I Hsin $250,000
Previous Owner Kobrin Brian $352,000
Previous Owner Bledstein Janice M $182,600
Previous Owner Bledstein Janice M $182,600
Previous Owner Bledstein Janice M $150,400
Closed Kobrin Brian $44,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/11/2020 09/11/20 Sold $695,000 -3.2% $462 / Sq Ft
07/28/2020 07/28/20 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2020 07/12/20 Price Changed $718,000 -4.3% $477 / Sq Ft
05/20/2020 05/20/20 For Sale $749,900 0.0% $498 / Sq Ft
08/13/2018 08/13/18 Rented $2,985 0.0% --
08/11/2018 08/11/18 Under Contract -- -- --
08/07/2018 08/07/18 Price Changed $2,985 -6.7% $2 / Sq Ft
08/03/2018 08/03/18 For Rent $3,200 -- --
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 $6,551 $752,287 $539,591 $212,696
2024 $6,551 $737,537 $529,011 $208,526
2023 $6,554 $723,077 $518,639 $204,438
2022 $6,413 $708,900 $508,470 $200,430
2021 $6,144 $695,000 $498,500 $196,500
2020 $7,069 $655,400 $475,690 $179,710
2019 $7,088 $642,550 $466,363 $176,187
2018 $7,175 $629,952 $457,219 $172,733
2017 $7,090 $617,601 $448,254 $169,347
2016 $6,940 $605,492 $439,465 $166,027
2015 $6,634 $576,000 $417,000 $159,000
2014 $6,182 $537,000 $389,000 $148,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: WS20096232

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5327-002-061