STUNNING MID-CENTURY MODERN BEAUTY, ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED BY RENOWNED ARCHITECT HAROLD J. BISSNER. MASTERFUL STUDY IN BRINGING THE SURROUNDING LANDSCAPE INTO THE INTERIOR; BOASTING OVER HALF AN ACRE OF PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED GROUNDS; THIS HOME IS NESTLED ON ONE OF THE MOST PRIVATE LOTS IN THE AREA, LOCATED WITHIN A MINUTES DRIVE OF THE AWARD-WINNING “ALTADENA COUNTRY CLUB”; FEATURING; 4 BEDROOMS; 4 BATHROOMS; 2700 SQ FT OF MAGICAL, LIGHT AND BRIGHT LIVING SPACE; OVERSIZED 3 GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP; DARLING IN HOME OFFICE WITH WALL TO WALL GLASS WITH GLASS DOOR OPENING OUT TO ITS VERY OWN COURTYARD; STUNNING OPEN SINGLE LEVEL FLOOR PLAN THAT FLOWS YET GIVES PRIVACY; WALL TO WALL GLASS WINDOWS LOOKING OUT TO THE MOUNTAINS AND TREES IN THE LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM; REMODELED KITCHEN WITH STONE COUNTERS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES; BEAUTIFUL GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT; MASTER SUITE WITH 3 CLOSETS AND BUILT-INS; ELECTRONIC GATE FROM THE STREET; THIS HOME IS WELL PROTECTED FROM THE SUN BY DESIGN YET IT FEELS LIKE YOUR LIVING IN A HOME SURROUNDED BY NATURE; DON’T MISS THIS FINE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A CLASSIC GEM. REMODELS INCLUDE; ELECTRICAL; HEAT AND AIR; COPPER PLUMBING; ROOF AND MORE.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
0.66 acresLot Size
$911Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Nicola Speranta•DRE #01274694• Compass
Bought with Kay Leavens•DRE #01187442• Coldwell Banker Realty
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Duke Ung
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1550 Braeburn Rd
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #AR22189990
Oct 6, 2022
Sold
$2,800,000
$1,005/sq ft
Sep 13, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2022
Listed
$2,788,000
$1,001/sq ft
CRMLS #OC21022366
Mar 15, 2021
Sold
$2,500,000
$898/sq ft
Feb 12, 2021
Pending
—
Feb 3, 2021
Listed
$2,500,000
$898/sq ft
This hidden oasis designed by renowned architect, Harold J Bissner is a masterful study in bringing the surrounding landscape into the interior. Private and gated with mountain views, it sits on more than half an acre of professionally landscaped grounds in the coveted Altadena Country Club area. The home graciously opens to the front and side yards where the natural features are the most compelling. Magnificent large front yard with tall trees , views of the mountains and a magnificent rock wall created an Oasis. In addition there is an extra large back yard that is perfect for your future pool and spa surrounded by large trees and utmost privacy. White azaleas leads to the entry to this lovely single story home, to the right is an open living/dining room with fireplace, futured with wall to wall windows and beautiful fireplace and built-ins. To the left a library/den w 3 walls of windows and a door to a large patio. Beautiful wood flooring through out the house. The kitchen was remodeled with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. 2 bedroom suites and the 3rd and 4th bedrooms accesses the newly remolded bathroom off the hallway All the rooms have plenty closet space. There are 2 additional patios, one off the kitchen for al fresco dining and one off the bedroom suite. A vegetable garden with raised planters and a 3 car garage with storage complete this sequestered sanctuary. New Air-conditioning and copper plumbing. The gate is electronic with remote control.
CRMLS #P0-818000537
Mar 8, 2018
Sold
$2,100,000
$754/sq ft
Mar 2, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Feb 5, 2018
Listed
$1,800,000
$646/sq ft
This hidden oasis designed by renowned architect Harold J Bissner is a masterful study in bringing the surrounding landscape into the interior. Private and gated with mountain views, it sits on more than half an acre of professionally landscaped grounds in the coveted Altadena Country Club area. The home graciously opens to the front and side yards where the natural features are the most compelling. Five spectacular sycamore trees frame views of the mountains and a magnificent rock wall, thought to be part of a turn of the century Tennis Club. Over the years, these grounds have been the site of many television commercials. A path surrounded by white azaleas leads to the entry. To the right is an open living/dining room with fireplace, filled with windows. To the left a library/den w 3 walls of windows and a door to a large patio. The kitchen was recently remodeled with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances. There are 2 bedroom suites and the third bedroom accesses the bath off the hallway. There are 2 additional patios, one off the kitchen for al fresco dining and one with a hot tub off the bedroom suite. A vegetable garden with raised planters and a 3 car garage with bonus storage and a complete this sequestered sanctuary.
Public Records
Dec 20, 1990
Sold
$600,000
$215/sq ft
Public Records
May 27, 1981
Sold
$177,500
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,870 (+5.9%)
$1,172,635 + $778,056
$1,950,691
2024
$31,988 (+0.8%)
$1,768,680 + $1,230,324
$2,999,004
2023
$31,725 (+11.4%)
$1,734,000 + $1,122,000
$2,856,000
2022
$28,484 (+18.3%)
$1,700,000 + $1,100,000
$2,800,000
2021
$24,077 (+4.3%)
$2,040,000 + $510,000
$2,550,000
2020
$23,086 (−0.3%)
$1,765,979 + $441,494
$2,207,473
2019
$23,151 (+113.9%)
$1,747,872 + $436,968
$2,184,840
2018
$10,821 (+1.0%)
$1,713,600 + $428,400
$2,142,000
2017
$10,714 (+2.2%)
$840,955 + $91,526
$932,481
2016
$10,484 (+1.1%)
$840,955 + $91,526
$932,481
2015
$10,372 (+2.1%)
$824,466 + $89,732
$914,198
2014
$10,161 (+0.9%)
$796,175 + $86,654
$882,829
2012
$10,075 (+2.4%)
$792,577 + $86,263
$878,840
2011
$9,843 (+1.6%)
$777,037 + $84,572
$861,609
2010
$9,691 (−1.0%)
$761,801 + $82,914
$844,715
2009
$9,789 (+6.6%)
$756,108 + $82,295
$838,403
2008
$9,187
$757,905 + $82,491
$840,396
Tax history for 1550 Braeburn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$33,870 (+5.9%)
$1,172,635 + $778,056
$1,950,691
2024
$31,988 (+0.8%)
$1,768,680 + $1,230,324
$2,999,004
2023
$31,725 (+11.4%)
$1,734,000 + $1,122,000
$2,856,000
2022
$28,484 (+18.3%)
$1,700,000 + $1,100,000
$2,800,000
2021
$24,077 (+4.3%)
$2,040,000 + $510,000
$2,550,000
2020
$23,086 (−0.3%)
$1,765,979 + $441,494
$2,207,473
2019
$23,151 (+113.9%)
$1,747,872 + $436,968
$2,184,840
2018
$10,821 (+1.0%)
$1,713,600 + $428,400
$2,142,000
2017
$10,714 (+2.2%)
$840,955 + $91,526
$932,481
2016
$10,484 (+1.1%)
$840,955 + $91,526
$932,481
2015
$10,372 (+2.1%)
$824,466 + $89,732
$914,198
2014
$10,161 (+0.9%)
$796,175 + $86,654
$882,829
2012
$10,075 (+2.4%)
$792,577 + $86,263
$878,840
2011
$9,843 (+1.6%)
$777,037 + $84,572
$861,609
2010
$9,691 (−1.0%)
$761,801 + $82,914
$844,715
2009
$9,789 (+6.6%)
$756,108 + $82,295
$838,403
2008
$9,187
$757,905 + $82,491
$840,396
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.66 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
2,787
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5846021011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Aug 2, 2024 • Final
Construction and demolition
Remodel a kitchen and construct a small addition to an existing single-family home.
Addition
Remodel
Jun 4, 2024 • Final
Construction and demolition
Construct a new swimming pool.
Pool and hot tub
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Carport, Driveway, Driveway - Concrete, Garage - Three Door, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3
RV Parking Dimensions: YES
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Quartz Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Bathtub, Shower, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Den, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Bamboo, Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
French Doors, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Bar, Copper Plumbing Full, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters