Kenneth Lamm

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$ 2,136,000

$ 2,079,000 2.7%

Est. payment -/mo

Sold on 04/01/2026

525 E California Pasadena, CA 91106

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,669 SqFt

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Key Details

Sold Price $2,136,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,669 sqft

Price per Sqft $800

MLS Listing ID P1-25939

Sold Date 04/01/26

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1907

Lot Size 7,919 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Secluded and private, behind a river rock wall and mature hedges, this 1907 Craftsman located adjacent to historic Madison Heights offers timeless character and high-end updates in a desirable location. The home is quietly introduced by an arbor entry and a handsome gate on Oakland Avenue, which opens to reveal a secret garden. Follow the meandering stone path through a velvety lawn to the generous front porch and stunning solid wood front door. Inside, quality craftsmanship and custom details abound in this restored home, from rich amber-hued hardwood floors to the grand-scale chiseled granite arroyo stone fireplace, a decorative centerpiece befitting the spacious living room. Natural light is a constant here, with beautiful wood casement windows bringing in sunlight and lush green garden views. Expanded and restored by architect William S Long, in 2007, the floor plan flows seamlessly for convenience and ease: the living room leads into a formal dining room, which opens to both a covered deck via french doors, and to a superlative kitchen. Chefs will revel in the 48' Thermador range, warming drawer, double wall ovens and SubZero refrigerator, while design aficionados will enjoy the combination of classic, early 20th-style millwork and fixtures with elegant finishes like natural marble countertops and floors. A convenient mudroom and powder bath complete the public spaces on the ground level. Private spaces are equally well-appointed: the primary suite with walk-in-closet features an en-suite bath with steam shower and separate soaking tub. Upstairs, two additional sizable bedrooms share another updated full bath with a soaking tub and separate shower. The large laundry and bonus storage/linen storage room, plus built-in shelving and desk nook provide value and utility. Lastly, at 388 SF, the garage is large enough for two cars, but the space is finished beautifully and ideal for a den, home office or gym space. Centrally located between Madison Heights, the Playhouse District and South Lake Ave, this home is surrounded by beloved cultural institutions (the Pacific Asia Museum, Caltech and the Huntington, to name a few), with wonderful dining, shopping and architectural sight-seeing just moments from the front door.

Location

State CA

County Los Angeles

Area 648 - Pasadena (Se)

Interior

Interior Features Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Storage, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air, Dual

Flooring Stone, Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Type Decorative, Living Room, See Remarks

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater

Laundry Inside, Laundry Room

Exterior

Parking Features Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Private, Tandem, Uncovered

Garage Spaces 2.0

Garage Description 2.0

Fence Privacy, Security

Pool None

Community Features Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

View Y/N No

View None

Porch Covered, Deck

Total Parking Spaces 4

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System

Story Two

Entry Level Two

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Craftsman

Level or Stories Two

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 5734008015

Security Features Security System,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s)

Acceptable Financing Cash, Cash to New Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Cash to New Loan

Financing Cash to New Loan

Special Listing Condition Standard

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Listed by Teresa Fuller COMPASS #01315387
Bought with Carl Gambino Compass

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Kenneth Lamm

Advisor | License ID: 01101162

+1(818) 414-5833

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