$782,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2024

961 E California Blvd Unit 213 Pasadena, CA 91106

Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,343 Sq Ft
$635/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$582 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Automatic Gate
  • Stone Countertops
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • Terrace

About This Home

As of September 2024

Discover the charm of townhome-style living in this spacious condo, perfectly situated near vibrant South Lake Shopping District and Cal Tech, featuring two bedrooms, two and a half baths, and three inviting terraces. With no one above you and natural light from multiple directions, this move-in ready home is an incredible find. The first floor showcases an open living and dining area, complete with a fireplace, wet bar, and west-facing terrace. The generously sized kitchen featuring a breakfast bar includes granite counters and newer stainless appliances. A dedicated laundry closet, half bath, and large under-stair storage closet complete the first floor. Brand new carpeting leads you to the second level where you'll find two primary suites, each with their own baths, outdoor terraces, and spacious closets. Perfectly positioned in the middle of the complex, with convenient access to gated, subterranean parking, this home has everything you desire and more. Additional benefits include: central air/heat, fresh interior paint, building elevator, and two parking spaces. This is a remarkable opportunity to live in a premier Pasadena location while enjoying all the modern comforts of a well-designed home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Armen Sarkissian

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic License #01242603 Listed on: 08/13/2024

Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Chua

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00908699

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,297

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • No Sprinklers

HOA Fees

  • $635 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Automatic Gate
  • Guest Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Assigned Parking
  • Community Parking Structure

Interior Spaces

  • 1,343 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1234
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5327002071
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • 29 Units
  • Partner's Community Management Association, Phone Number (626) 529-3918

Security

  • Card or Code Access
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,297

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$635 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: All existing appliances with no warranties or guarantees.
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Gated Community, Card/Code Access
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5327002071
  • Year Built: 1987
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1343.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 565.15
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up
  • Bathroom Features: Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Terrace
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Gated, Parking Space, Guest, Community Structure
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Closet, Stackable, In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Insurance, Water, Trash, Sewer
  • Association Fee: 635.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Partner's Community Management
  • Phone: 626-529-3918
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers None

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 29

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1234

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 13, 2024
Closed on
Aug 28, 2024
Sold by
Millar Walker Hubert and Minassian Chaghig
Bought by
Merhaut Nathalie Dana-Claude
Seller's Agent
Armen Sarkissian
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Buyer's Agent
Carol Chua
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$759,000
Sold Price
$782,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,000
3.03%
Total Days on Market
10
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$794,938

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,938
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.44%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$496,778
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$298,160

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2017
Sold by
Hankey David Patrick
Bought by
Walker Hubert Millar and Walker Chaghig Minassian

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
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2004
Sold by
Chow Gregory
Bought by
Hankey David Patrick and Minassian Arpi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2004
Sold by
Yu Chow Katie
Bought by
Chow Gregory

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 1997
Sold by
Valle Valentino
Bought by
Valle Valerie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
7.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 1997
Sold by
Valle Valerie
Bought by
Chow Gregory and Yu Katie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $782,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed -- Pacific Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $400,000 Equity Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Gift Deed -- Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed $155,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $352,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $320,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $124,000 No Value Available
Closed $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/25/2024 09/25/24 Sold $782,000 +3.0% $582 / Sq Ft
08/23/2024 08/23/24 Pending -- -- --
08/13/2024 08/13/24 For Sale $759,000 -- $565 / 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 $6,297 $546,612 $400,127 $146,485
2023 $6,243 $535,895 $392,282 $143,613
2022 $6,026 $525,389 $384,591 $140,798
2021 $5,779 $515,088 $377,050 $138,038
2019 $5,561 $499,812 $365,867 $133,945
2018 $5,685 $490,013 $358,694 $131,319
2016 $5,499 $470,987 $344,766 $126,221
2015 $5,439 $463,914 $339,588 $124,326
2014 $5,326 $454,827 $332,936 $121,891
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P1-18846

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5327-002-071