$506,500
SOLD AUG 19, 2016

985 E California Blvd Unit 205 Pasadena, CA 91106

Southeast Pasadena Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,199 Sq Ft
0.9 Acres

Recently Sold

$422 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 0.9 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Blair High School Rated A-
  • Mountain View
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of August 2016

Located by the Caltech and South Lake Shopping District, this gracious two bed, two bath condo is open and airy and has a great flow. There is hardwood flooring throughout much of the unit and the kitchen is spacious; with granite counter tops, a breakfast bar and a cheerful dining area off the kitchen. The generously sized living room features sliding glass doors that lead out to a sunny balcony. The roomy master suite has a three quarter bathroom and also features a walk-in closet. A good-sized second bedroom and full bathroom off the hallway complete this lovely unit. HOA dues cover earthquake insurance, water, trash and cooling system. There is also a pool and spa with a barbecue and picnic area. This condo offers the ability enjoy Southern California living at its best!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenan Musulli

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01438002 Listed on: 07/13/2016

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

George Musulli

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00769903

Last Buyer's Agent

Euni Sung

COMPASS License #01923230

COMPASS

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,596

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • South Facing Home
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Common Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,199 Sq Ft Home
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Earthquake Insurance Required
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5327002045

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • Villa California Association
  • Baldwin Management Christi Schaeffler HOA

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,596

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Subdivision Name Other: Not Applicable - 1007242
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: PSR4
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5327002045
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 1199.00
  • Interior Amenities: Living Room Balcony, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 422.44
  • Room Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association, Community
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, Fenced, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Common Roof
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Community

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Barbecue, Earthquake Insurance, Hot Water, Insurance, Pet Rules
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Villa California
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Management: Baldwin Management-Christi Schaeffler

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 39092.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.9000

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 39092.0000 Square Feet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2023
Sold by
Michelle Z Llc
Bought by
Bloom Alexander David and Nastou Paraskevi
Current Estimated Value
$715,553

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$532,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2019
Sold by
Zhang Yifeng and Zhao Xin
Bought by
Michelle Z Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2016
Closed on
Aug 12, 2016
Sold by
Martin Christine M
Bought by
Zhang Yifeng and Zhao Xin
Seller's Agent
Jenan Musulli
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Euni Sung
COMPASS
List Price
$506,500
Sold Price
$506,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2010
Sold by
Martin Christine
Bought by
Martin Christine M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2002
Sold by
Flynn Priscilla Dunn and The Georgia E Mcclay Revocable
Bought by
Martin Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,300
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2001
Sold by
Mcclay Georgia
Bought by
Flynn Priscilla Dunn and Georgia E Mcclay Revocable Tru
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 $665,000 Lawyers Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $506,500 Equity Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed $197,000 California Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $551,500 New Conventional
Closed $532,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $184,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $183,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $177,300 Balloon
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/13/2022 09/13/22 Rented $3,000 0.0% --
09/05/2022 09/05/22 For Rent $3,000 +11.1% --
08/15/2020 08/15/20 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
08/10/2020 08/10/20 Under Contract -- -- --
08/03/2020 08/03/20 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
08/19/2016 08/19/16 Sold $506,500 0.0% $422 / Sq Ft
07/24/2016 07/24/16 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2016 07/13/16 For Sale $506,500 -- $422 / 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
2025 $7,596 $678,300 $534,684 $143,616
2024 $7,596 $665,000 $524,200 $140,800
2023 $6,568 $565,007 $437,840 $127,167
2022 $6,340 $553,929 $429,255 $124,674
2021 $6,080 $543,069 $420,839 $122,230
2020 $5,835 $537,501 $416,524 $120,977
2019 $5,851 $526,962 $408,357 $118,605
2018 $5,981 $516,630 $400,350 $116,280
2016 $2,980 $245,834 $98,705 $147,129
2015 $2,947 $242,142 $97,223 $144,919
2014 $2,892 $237,400 $95,319 $142,081
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P0-316006612

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5327-002-045