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Lavish houses and art influence among mountain scenery
One of the most expensive areas of Pasadena, Linda Vista exemplifies elegance and high-end luxuries, from an invitation-only golf course to architecturally notable estates. In the neighborhood, spotting celebrity residents going about their daily lives becomes commonplace. "It's one of the exclusive neighborhoods in Pasadena — highly desirable and very private," says Realtor Michael Bell, who works with Sotheby's International Realty and has over two decades of experience in the area. Located between Arroyo Seco and the San Rafael Hills in the San Gabriel Valley, the area’s terrain slopes toward beautiful mountain views. And it's not only the natural surroundings that are pleasing to the eye. From stunning architecture to nearby museums and galleries, Linda Vista prides itself on aesthetics.
Hillside houses in Linda Vista have the advantage of warm sunny days and beautiful views.
Large multi-million dollar estates at Linda Vista overlook the neighborhood and its scenery.
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Upscale historic houses
Most of Linda Vista's roads are winding and lack sidewalks, but the area remains peaceful with cul-de-sacs and minimal through traffic. “It’s a community that allows you to live in Pasadena yet enjoy a quieter lifestyle,” says Realtor Rita Whitney, who works with The Agency and has over a decade of experience in the area. With a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, the crime rate in Linda Vista is well below the national average of 4 out of 10. Gates, trees and tall hedges often guard the homes for extra privacy. As for the architecture, vintage homes steal the show, including Mediterranean homes and Victorians. Pegfair Estates, a historic district, is named after a 1930s Colonial Revival mansion. Nowadays, the district’s ranch-style builds from the 1950s lend it a heavily midcentury vibe. Asian influences like Japanese shoji screens and low-pitched hipped roofs decorate some these houses, which rest on landscaped half-acre yards. These often feature private pools and gardens with fountains. Prices for Mediterranean homes range from $2.5 to $3 million, while ranch-style houses range from $3.5 million to $4 million. “There’s low inventory due to the fact that most people have mortgages under 3%. They’re holding onto their houses and not selling,” Whitney says.
Pegfair Estates is a historic area in Linda Vista, with ranch houses dating back to the 1930's.
Mature trees line many of the Linda Vista streets.
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Private golf, mountain hiking and more recreation
An afternoon on the greens at Annandale Golf Club means playing on a challenging but pristine course with a mountain backdrop. In the evening, the invitation-only club serves a world-class wine dinner prepared by the executive chef. For more of a rustic wilderness vibe, there's Annandale Canyon Park, where residents can hike the one-mile dog-friendly pedestrian trail with scenic mountain views. There are limited parking spaces, so residents can expect a secluded hike free of crowds. “A lot of people like it because the Rose Bowl is right by Linda Vista and offers an enormous amount of outdoor activities, from soccer to aquatics. There's a daily walk around the Rose Bowl,” Whitney says. The group walk goes around a 3-mile loop, ideal for those who like to chat as they exercise. Another option is Linda Vista Park in the northern part of the neighborhood, which has a playground and picnic benches for lunch outside.
Annandale golf course in Linda Vista offers members pristine golf grounds and club house.
Annandale Canyon Park features a trail with beautiful views of Linda Vista.
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Artsy institutions
Linda Vista’s creative ambiance begins at the American Legacy Fine Arts collector's private gallery, a centrally located attraction with appointment-only exhibits. Locals can spend hours at the Norton Simon Museum, known for its sculpture garden and lily pond located just southeast of the neighborhood. The Art Center College of Design, considered a historic landmark by the city of Pasadena, is notable for its 1970s modernist architecture at its hillside campus on the western edge of Linda Vista.
Norton Simon Museum, formerly the Pasadena Art Institute, is a must see near Linda Vista.
Art Center College of Design in Linda Vista is a top art college with modernist architecture.
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Old Town Retail and the Rose Bowl Flea Market
Linda Vista is less than 5 miles from Old Town Pasadena, so there's plenty of night life, transportation and retail close by. In Old Town Pasadena, residents can shop at brand-name stores like Tiffany & Co. and Apple. They can also make a reservation at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar for a fine dining experience. At Ralphs Fresh Fare, residents can pick up groceries. To find antique pieces and more décor, the Rose Bowl Flea Market has over 2,500 vendors.
Linda Vista residents have the convenience of nearby shopping in Downtown Pasadena.
Every second Sunday of the month is the Rose Bowl Flea Market near Linda Vista.
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Pasadena Unified public schools
Pasadena Unified School District, considered an Arts Equity District, has a B rating on Niche. San Rafael Elementary School is rated a B-plus. Octavia Butler Magnet, given a C-minus grade, features Spanish dual language immersion and a math academy. Formerly Washington Middle, it was renamed in 2022 for the visionary writer, who was a student there during her childhood. John Muir High, an early college magnet, has a B-plus grade. St. Francis High School is a private school option with an A-plus rating. .
San Rafael Elementary School in Linda Vista is rated a B-plus by niche.
"Education is the key to almost everything" is a school motto at Octavia E. Butler Middle.
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3 miles from Linda Vista to Old Town
Linda Vista is close to Interstate 210, giving residents easy access to the rest of Los Angeles County. For commutes, the neighborhood is only 3 miles away from downtown Pasadena. The Rose Bowl may cause some serious traffic, especially on game days. If residents don’t feel like driving, there are a few Pasadena Transit and Metro bus stops in the neighborhood. For a nearby medical center, residents can go to Huntington Hospital, located 3 miles from Linda Vista. The closest major airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, a 15-mile drive away.
Getting around Linda Vista and Pasadena in general is made easy via the Metro.
Pasadena transit goes right through Linda Vista, providing convenient public transportation.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Linda Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Linda Vista, Pasadena sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Linda Vista, Pasadena over the last 12 months is $2,897,725, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Situated in one of Pasadena's most sought-after neighborhoods, this exceptional home offers resort-like amenities and the tranquility that defines life in Linda Vista. This stunning, 5-bedroom 5-bathroom property has been meticulously reimagined and upgraded with modern finishes and features, offering a refined yet welcoming retreat surrounded by mature landscaping and picturesque views. Enter
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Welcome to your serene, hillside sanctuary where lush, natural beauty surrounds you and the pace of life instantly feels calmer and more intentional. Set in a prestigious pocket of Pasadena just above the Annandale Golf Club, 405 Woodcliffe Road is an elegant split-level home that's easy to fall in love with. Soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and hardwood floors bask in soft natural light,
A masterful, privately-gated resort compound within the exclusive Annandale Estates. Extending to approximately 1.49 acres, this exceptional property boasts an enviable 100-yard frontage along the fairway of the Annandale Golf Club.Positioned to capture an unrivalled, panoramic vista, the estate enjoys far-reaching views of the Colorado Street Bridge and Pasadena City Hall, stretching to the
When the architect designed this exceptional home, he realized that this particular spot had the rarest sweeping view of the San Gabriel Mountains in Pasadena. That's why he gave it a Great Room that's a full 2-stories high with floor-to-ceiling windows, making sure that when you walk inside you are awed by mountains, Eucalyptus trees, and sky. He created it to be a private, peaceful retreat -
Elegant 6 bedroom, 7 bathroom French Neoclassical villa located on a quiet street above the prestigious Annandale Golf Club in Pasadena. Set behind a gated motor court, this stunning estate designed by architect Michael C. F. Chan blends classic architecture with contemporary finishes.The home features a seamless floor plan with beautiful formal entertaining rooms, a spacious family room, and a
Above Linda Vista and beyond compare, this extraordinary modern estate floats high above Pasadena on over four private acres, commanding breathtaking panoramic vistas that stretch across rolling greenery, historic landmarks, the San Gabriel Mountains, and the sparkling cityscape below. Hidden at the end of an exclusive private drive shared by only three residences, the property offers a rare
Nestled in Pasadena's highly sought-after Linda Vista neighborhood, just minutes from the iconic Rose Bowl, this stunning Spanish-style home, built in 1970, offers incredible views from nearly every window and a setting surrounded by mature trees and hills all around. Filled with natural light and rich architectural character, this home is truly a standout. Step into the dramatic formal foyer,
Perched within Pasadena's most coveted enclave, this architectural triumph by Buff, Smith & Hensman is a breathtaking synthesis of modernist design and natural grandeur. Envisioned as a seamless extension of its pristine 3.4-acre surroundings, 300 N San Rafael Avenue commands sweeping panoramas of the Colorado Street Bridge, the historic cityscape of Pasadena, and the San Gabriel Mountains.
On a serene hillside in prestigious Linda Vista, 988 Glen Oaks Blvd is a completely reimagined residence where home exists as art. Glorious views, meticulous attention to detail, and an array of rare natural materials harmonize to evoke a sense of transcendence in this one-of-a-kind sanctuary. An exquisite expression of Asian-inspired design, the home was fully renovated from 2015-2017 with
*** DEVELOPER'S DREAM *** PRIME LOC *** INCREDIBLE BROOKSIDE GOLF VIEW *** LIGHT AND MOUNTAINS FROM THIS HILLSIDE *** CONCEPT PHOTOS BASED ON PLANNER DIRECTION W/ 1200SF ADU!. Now is your chance to own a piece of prestige. Land sold AS-IS. Buyer to investigate any and all constraints or restrictions on land with City of Pasadena. Buyer to confirm presence of utilities. AREA IS ZONED RESIDENTIAL,
Priced at the lowest cost per square foot in Linda Vista, The Simonds House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a timeless estate in one of Pasadena's most sought-after neighborhoods. Designed by noted architect Theodore L. Pletsch, this ranch-style residence offers approximately 4,700 square feet with six bedrooms and five bathrooms on nearly one acre of expansive, park-like grounds.Upon
A transformation begins as the journey up Glen Oaks Boulevard ensues, out of the city and out of the harshness of concrete and through the lush greenery, mature trees and inviting scenery that takes you away from the day and into another mindset of peacefulness and relaxation. Seemingly a world away, the brief 1.4 mile, 5 minute drive to 1401 Glen Oaks from the freeway sets the stage for a
Now offered for lease, The Simonds House presents a rare opportunity to experience timeless character, privacy, and expansive estate living in Pasadena's highly sought-after Linda Vista neighborhood. Designed by noted architect Theodore L. Pletsch, this ranch-style residence spans approximately 4,700 square feet and features six bedrooms and five bathrooms, thoughtfully situated on nearly one
Experience the quintessential Southern California lifestyle in this luxurious Spanish estate in one of Pasadena most iconic and celebrated neighborhoods, Linda Vista. Thoughtfully designed with impeccable attention to detail, this residence is an absolute entertainer's dream.At the heart of the home is a gourmet chef's kitchen, fully equipped with a premium Wolf range, custom walnut cabinetry, a
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