Seller's Agent in 2025
Luis Carmona
Forward Real Estate
(805) 390-1536
1 in this area
11 Total Sales
Estimated Value: $2,026,160 - $2,540,000
Experience a rare blend of timeless architecture and modern luxury at 968 Palm Terrace, a fully restored and expanded historic residence in Pasadena's highly coveted Washington Square Historic District. Offering 2,301 square feet of living space, this exquisite property includes a brand-new 381 SF ADU, a completely reimagined main residence with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that embodies California living. The home benefits from the Mills Act Program, providing significant property tax savings, while offering a one-of-a-kind lifestyle framed by tree-lined streets of palm trees and cherry blossoms. Inside, the design unites traditional craftsmanship with contemporary sophistication. The 1188 SF newly built addition complements the restored original 732 SF home, creating a 1920 SF Main House with an open floor plan with soaring 13+ ft cathedral ceilings in the living, dining, kitchen, and family rooms. Natural light pours through skylights and Marvin windows, while a Fleetwood 90 corner pocket door dissolves the boundary between indoor comfort and outdoor serenity. The chef's kitchen showcases high-end Thermador appliances, a white oak island, and a stunning custom Marmorino Venetian plaster range hood. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring a Marmorino accent wall, a spa-inspired marble bathroom with steam shower, soaking tub, dual shower heads, and a custom white oak dual vanity. Additional en-suite bedrooms include thoughtfully designed baths, one with a custom waterproof plaster finish and wood accents for a zen-like spa ambiance.Every detail reflects luxury and innovation, including smart home integration: smart thermostat, smart switches, irrigation, appliances, water monitoring and leak detection system, ozone pool app, and Google camera system.Step outside to a new pool and infinity spa with ozone filtration, surrounded by lush hedges for complete privacy. Landscaped grounds feature roses, camellias, boxwood, a Japanese cherry blossom, a cedar deodar and multiple Japanese maples. Enjoy panoramic mountain and treetop views from the 289 SF rooftop deck, framed by oaks, redwoods, jacarandas, and palms. The ADU offers private luxury living with custom Italian cabinetry, marble finishes, stacked washer/dryer, and a 3-panel folding door that opens directly to the pool. Perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income.With new roofs, insulation, copper plumbing, ABS sewer lines, HVAC, drainage, and a whole-house water purification and softening system, this residence is functionally brand new while honoring its historic charm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Forward Real Estate License #01807958 Listed on: 10/22/2025
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmona Capital Ii Llc | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Valvo Leonora | $2,493,500 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Carmona Luis | -- | Lawyers Title | |
| Carmona Capital Ii Llc | $675,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Fishbein Scott | -- | First American Title | |
| Fishbein Gerald L | -- | Arista National Title Co | |
| Fishbein Scott | -- | None Available | |
| Fishbein Scott | -- | None Available | |
| Fishbein Gerald L | $295,000 | Equity Title Los Angeles | |
| Goodman Adrianne | $115,000 | Title Land Company | |
| Romig Donald A | -- | -- |
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Valvo Leonora | $1,994,460 | |
| Previous Owner | Carmona Luis | $1,630,125 | |
| Previous Owner | Carmona Capital Ii Llc | $973,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Fishbein Scott | $178,838 | |
| Previous Owner | Goodman Adrianne | $149,000 |
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 12/30/25 | Sold | $2,493,075 | +13.4% | $1,083 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/25/2025 11/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/22/2025 10/22/25 | For Sale | $2,198,000 | +225.6% | $955 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/26/2021 03/26/21 | Sold | $675,000 | +12.7% | $922 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/02/2021 03/02/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/26/2021 02/26/21 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $818 / Sq Ft |
| 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 | $8,271 | $185,000 | $148,000 | $37,000 |
| 2024 | $8,271 | $716,315 | $573,052 | $143,263 |
| 2023 | $8,200 | $702,270 | $561,816 | $140,454 |
| 2022 | $7,885 | $688,500 | $550,800 | $137,700 |
| 2021 | $3,598 | $302,857 | $211,189 | $91,668 |
| 2020 | $3,461 | $299,753 | $209,024 | $90,729 |
| 2019 | $3,468 | $293,876 | $204,926 | $88,950 |
| 2018 | $3,530 | $288,114 | $200,908 | $87,206 |
| 2016 | $3,408 | $276,928 | $193,107 | $83,821 |
| 2015 | $3,370 | $272,769 | $190,207 | $82,562 |
| 2014 | $3,309 | $267,427 | $186,482 | $80,945 |
Seller's Agent in 2025
Luis Carmona
Forward Real Estate
(805) 390-1536
1 in this area
11 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Alexandra Halenda
Compass
(305) 923-2368
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Joanna Suhl
Compass
(323) 208-1827
2 in this area
154 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Jeff Sneed
Marathon Real Estate Group Inc
(310) 562-8384
6 Total Sales
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 25608887
APN: 5730-022-012
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