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  • $10,470,900

    488 S San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

    6beds
    8,573sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1925
    2.21 Acres Lot
    $10,470,900 Zestimate®
    $1,221/sqft
    $10,084 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $10,470,900

    $8.48M - $12.88M

    $10,084/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Prominently situated on the west bank of the Arroyo Seco, this spectacular villa is reminiscent of Southern Europe and is an inspiring example of the renowned Southern California architectural firm Marston, Van Pelt, and Maybury. Perfect for entertaining, this home features a u-shaped plan with central courtyard and boasts a grand reception hall, elegant circular study, magnificent living room, gracious formal dining room with an arched picture window showcasing views of the San Gabriel Mountains, 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths and a basement with rumpus room and kitchenette. The lushly landscaped grounds encompass 2.16 acres and include a motor court, several patios, a sparkling pool, breathtaking vistas, and garden paths perfect for strolling on a warm summer evening. This amazing estate is complete with a guest cottage that adjoins the detached 3-car garage. This architectural masterpiece has been updated with copper plumbing, 220 amp electrical system, elevator service on all three levels, 4 water heaters, 5 central heating & A/C systems and a sophisticated security system with 9 HD camera. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an important piece of Pasadena's architectural heritage.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 9
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • yes
    Features
    • Fireplace features: Decorative
    • Common walls with other units/homes: Detached
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 8,573 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    Features
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain
    Lot
    • Size: 2.21 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House/Casita
    • Parcel number: 5714031002

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Spanish
    Materials
    • Roof: Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: In, Connected & Paid

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Pasadena

    Other

    Other facts
    • Agreement Type: Excl Rt Sell/Lease
    • Common Walls: Detached
    • Cooling Type: Central A/C
    • Lot Size Source: (Public Records)
    • Fireplace Y/N: Yes
    • Fireplace Fuel: Other
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room, Library, Dining, Other
    • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
    • Service Level: Full Service
    • Special Conditions: Standard Sale
    • Stories/Levels: Three Or More Levels
    • State: CA
    • View Type: Canyon View, Mountain View, Bridge View
    • View: Yes
    • Year Built Source: Assessor
    • Transaction Type: Sale
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
    • Street Suffix: Avenue
    • Building Style: Mediterranean, Architectural
    • Pool Construction: In Ground
    • Pool Y/N: Yes
    • Street Direction: South
    • School District: Pasadena USD
    • Sewer: In, Connected & Paid
    • Square Footage Source: Public Records
    • Other Structures: Guest House/Casita
    • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
    • Fireplace Features: Decorative
    • Roofing: Clay Tile
    • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/28/2017Sold$7,300,000+4.3%$852/sqft
    Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #317001675 Report a problem
    3/14/2017Pending sale$6,998,000$816/sqft
    Source: BHHS California Properties #317001675 Report a problem
    2/27/2017Listed for sale$6,998,000-12.5%$816/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway Home Serv. #317001675 Report a problem
    10/31/2016Listing removed$7,995,000$933/sqft
    Source: Dilbeck Real Estate #316005058 Report a problem
    6/1/2016Listed for sale$7,995,000+50%$933/sqft
    Source: Dilbeck Real Estate #316005058 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$97,141 +4.6%$8,472,272 +2%
    2024$92,829 +0.8%$8,306,150 +2%
    2023$92,058 +3.7%$8,143,285 +2%

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    Neighborhood: South Arroyo

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Pasadena USD

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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