$970,000
SOLD NOV 3, 2023
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,200 Sq Ft
0.35 Acres

Recently Sold

$808 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • John Muir High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2023

Nestled along a picturesque tree-lined street, you will find this well maintain 1916 Craftsman Bungalow. This location offers unparalleled convenience with easy access to Old Town Pasadena, The Rose Bowl, local parks, and top-notch schools. This character-rich home, adorned with original features sits proudly on a spacious, flat, and highly usable lot spanning 15,375 square feet (zoned PSR6), presenting endless possibilities for transformation. The exterior boasts quintessential Craftsman charm featuring a welcoming front porch, exposed rafters, and intricate woodwork. Inside, you will discover the enduring beauty of original hardwood floors and crafted built-in cabinetry. The generous living room is bathed in natural light, creating a warm and inviting ambiance, making it ideal for hosting gatherings or simply relaxing by the stone fireplace. Adjacent, an elegant formal dining room adds an extra layer of sophistication to the living space. Additional practical amenities abound, including a detached two-car garage complete with a rear workshop for those DIY projects and a convenient basement for all your storage needs. 553 Pepper St., Pasadena, isn’t just a house; it’s a piece of history that seamlessly blends with modern living comforts. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this enchanting Craftsman residence your forever home in one of Pasadena’s most beloved neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cesar Carrillo

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01272108

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Cesar Carrillo

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01272108

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,171

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 64 x 240
  • South Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned PSR6

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Utility Basement
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 26
  • Tax Tract Number 4616
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5727008035
  • $530 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,171

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: No
  • Zoning: PSR6
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5727008035
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1200.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Open Floorplan
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Area, Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 808.33
  • Room Type: Basement, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower In Tub
  • Basement: Utility

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage - Single Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Floor Furnace, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Pasadena Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Level
  • Lot Size: 64 X 240
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15375.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3530

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 15375.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4616.00
  • Tax Lot: 26
  • Tax Tract Number: 4616
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 530.00

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/03/2023 11/03/23 Sold $970,000 +2.1% $808 / Sq Ft
09/28/2023 09/28/23 For Sale $950,000 -- $792 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $11,171 $970,000 $776,000 $194,000
2023 $4,395 $354,963 $326,576 $28,387
2022 $4,246 $348,004 $320,173 $27,831
2021 $4,074 $341,182 $313,896 $27,286
2019 $3,927 $331,065 $304,587 $26,478
2018 $3,960 $324,574 $298,615 $25,959
2016 $3,816 $311,971 $287,020 $24,951
2015 $3,772 $307,286 $282,709 $24,577
2014 $3,707 $301,268 $277,172 $24,096
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $582,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $212,400 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $970,000 Equity Title
Grant Deed $250,000 American Coast Title Co Inc
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: AR23180963

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5727-008-035