//Walter H Seavey House by David A Ogilvie AIA, 1927//This fully renovated English Revival home was originally built for the family of investment banker Walter H Seavey & their three live-in employees. Designed by David A Ogilvie, who spent 5 years as an apprentice for Reginald Johnson before establishing his own office, & built by legendary Master Builder Peter Hall, the property was featured in the Jan 1928th ed. of Architectural Digest. Located in the prestigious Estates area in the hills of San Marino, the property was constructed in an era known for unmatched craftsmanship & 'old world' sourced materials, much of which are still exhibited today. Original: leaded glass windows w/pull-down screens, butler's pantry & 692sf lower-level prohibition bar were maintained. Complementing these elements, the house was renovated to allow for luxurious, modern living & flow. In addition to systems, BD's & BA's, the star of this endeavor is the impressive 25'x30' Great Room with 20' ceilings & destressed, antique French oak flooring. Now the heart of the house, the incorporated kitchen w/large island & Subzero & Wolf appliances flows seamlessly into informal dining, work desk & seating/TV area w/surround sound.//With the vision of a master architect, Ogilvie sited the living space to allow for public & private outdoor areas. From front circular driveway, the public front courtyard welcomes w/brick walkway leading to front door. Adjacent, a more casual seating area is harmonized w/the sound of running water from contemporary raised rectangular Koi Pond. For more private affairs, behind postern door, is the family courtyard & garden. Newly added outdoor kitchen w/BBQ, sink, & smoker services both bar & table seating in a European setting, surrounded by irrigated planters & overhead bistro lights. Perhaps the most striking element can be found in the wooded rear yard. The sound of flowing water emanates from upper waterfall that bends & flows 250' through trees & landscaping. Trails w/foot bridges intersect stream & terminate at pond at NE side of property. Whether used for daily exercise, contemplation or entertaining, it is truly a rare feature to still exist in a private setting. //FEATURES:4BR/3BA upper, 1BR Ste entry, 1BR Ste w/AC above garage, main & prep kitchens, butler's pantry, CAT 5, EV charging, workshop, underground downspouts. //Renovation: 400 amp electrical, copper plumbing w/instant H2O heaters, 3 HE HVAC, Lynx BBQ, smoker, fridge, steam shower.
For sale
Listing Provided by: COMPASS
$8,950,000
1146 Shenandoah Rd, San Marino, CA 91108
6beds
7,295sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
0.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,227/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Family courtyard and gardenMain and prep kitchensUnderground downspoutsFront circular drivewaySteam showerLynx bbq smoker fridge
- 123 days |
- 3,726 |
- 115 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 18, 2025 at 09:14pm
Listing Provided by:
Brent Chang DRE #01822562 626-487-8100,
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-24945
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 7
Rooms
- Room types: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Basement, Den, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Game Room, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Recreation, Utility Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Linen Closet, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Soaking Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen, Utility Sink
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central, High Efficiency
Cooling
- Central Air, High Efficiency
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Purifier, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Bar, Wood Product Walls, Wired for Sound, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Stone, Wood
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Den, Library, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 7,295 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Brick
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Koi Pond, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Brick
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
- Park: Lacy Park
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
- Parcel number: 5328015016
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: English
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Details
- Builder name: Peter Hall
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Location
- Region: San Marino
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $479,514
- Annual tax amount: $9,330
- Date on market: 11/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 123 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$8,522/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $8,950,000$1,227/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,330 +5.5% | $479,514 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,842 +1.8% | $470,113 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,686 +2.9% | $460,896 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,440 +2.1% | $451,860 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,266 +1.1% | $443,001 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,173 | $438,460 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,173 +5% | $429,863 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,785 | $421,435 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,785 +2.1% | $413,173 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,626 +3.5% | $405,073 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,365 +3.8% | $398,989 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,096 | $391,174 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $381,772 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $374,287 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $371,491 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $372,374 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $365,074 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $357,917 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $350,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $350,900 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $337,276 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $331,095 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $324,604 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $312,001 |
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Est. payment
$53,119/mo
Principal & interest
$44318
Property taxes
$8801
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Neighborhood: Lacy Estates
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- 9/10Valentine Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Huntington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10San Marino High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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