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  • Corta Bella

    216 S Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101

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    Apartment building
    2-3 beds

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    What's special

    Beautiful tree-lined streetMediterranean inspired designNest thermostatLevel smart door lockHigh ceilingsBeautiful granite countersAlexa enabled light switches
    Single-level penthouse with incredible mountain and city VIEWS, a LOT of NATURAL LIGHT in every room and bathrooms, high ceilings, NO SHARED walls, very quiet neighborhood, hardwood flooring throughout, in-unit laundry, located in the best part of Pasadena on a beautiful tree-lined street. The unit is one of 19 Mediterranean-style luxury residences at Corta Bella built in 2001. You'll share an elevator with only one other unit going up. The Mediterranean inspired design of the complex has great curb appeal and is very well maintained. When the orange trees are blooming in the courtyard, the aroma feels your home. The living room features a 12' ceiling, hardwood floor, fireplace, and French doors that open to a private balcony with breathtaking mountain views. The formal dining room with bay window sets a wonderful atmosphere for entertaining. The Master bedroom is a retreat with a vaulted ceiling and a walk-in closet. The kitchen features beautiful granite counters, recessed lighting, and a stainless-steel dishwasher, stove, and refrigerator. Recessed lighting with dimmer switches, Alexa enabled light switches, Nest thermostat, and a Level smart door lock are nice bonus features. Walk to Caltech and Trader Joe's, go for a run or a bike ride down the street in Madison Heights and San Marino. Located in a prime Pasadena neighborhood between Old Town, South Lake Avenue shopping and restaurants, Metro Gold line, 210/134/110 freeways, and Huntington Hospital. Details: 2 beds, 2 baths, in-unit laundry, central air and heat, shared gym, 2 underground parking spaces in a secure underground garage. Rental Terms: Rent: $4,400 Available: July 10th, 2025 One-year lease agreement Security Deposit: $4,400 Owner pays for water and trash Residents pay for gas and electricity At Application: Application Fee ($35.00/applicant, nonrefundable, through Zillow)

    Neighborhood: South

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    88 / 100
    Very Walkable
    66 / 100
    Good Transit
    82 / 100
    Very Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Corta Bella?

    Corta Bella has a walk score of 88, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of Corta Bella?

    Corta Bella has a transit score of 66, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to Corta Bella?

    The schools assigned to Corta Bella include McKinley School and Blair High School.

    What neighborhood is Corta Bella in?

    Corta Bella is in the South neighborhood in Pasadena, CA.