494 California Terrace

Pasadena , CA 91105

MLS#: P1-24728

$3,800,000

Status: Active
Listing number: P1-24728
Listing provided by: Engel & Voelkers San Marino
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 4 days ago
On site: 6 days ago
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Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

1

1/2 Baths

1

3/4 Baths

1

Year Built

1979

Sq.Footage

2,992

Tucked away from the street and surrounded by mature landscaping, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers privacy, tranquility, and space. Located in the highly sought-after Arroyo/Grand area, very close to the Rose Bowl, Old Town Pasadena, and the scenic hiking trails along the Arroyo.Inside, you'll find spacious, light-filled rooms designed for both comfort and entertaining. The large living room welcomes you with warmth and openness, while the generous kitchen with its breakfast area is perfect for casual dining. A formal dining room sets the stage for special occasions, and the expansive family room opens directly to the backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Outside, the tiered yard offers multiple patio spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • 3/4 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Parking

    Attached, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Private

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Deck, Patio, Terrace

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Neighborhood

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Back Yard, Front Yard

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.4014

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

Price

  • Sales Price

    $3,800,000

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 992

  • Price/SqFt

    $1,270

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Foundation Details

    Raised

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    2

  • Water Source

    Public

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Tucked away from the street and surrounded by mature landscaping, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers privacy, tranquility, and space. Located in the highly sought-after Arroyo/Grand area, very close to the Rose Bowl, Old Town Pasadena, and the scenic hiking trails along the Arroyo.Inside, you'll find spacious, light-filled rooms designed for both comfort and entertaining. The large living room welcomes you with warmth and openness, while the generous kitchen with its breakfast area is perfect for casual dining. A formal dining room sets the stage for special occasions, and the expansive family room opens directly to the backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Outside, the tiered yard offers multiple patio spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

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