Stunning 1941 Traditional with views of the towering San Gabriel Mountains, in the much-coveted President Streets neighborhood near the Eaton Nature Preserve. Featuring a main house consisting of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, plus a detached guest house (measured at 592 square feet), which includes a full bathroom, a second laundry hookup, storage area, and a soundproof music room. Past the lush and drought-tolerant greenery and the meandering stone walkways, you will find the inviting living room, anchored by a fireplace, with an oversized picture window that brings the outdoors in. Warm original oak floors lead you into the formal dining room via a large archway, where you can enjoy your meals with views out to the garden, where details like the home's original porthole window and curvature of the front porch remind you of a time when all the details of a home were carefully crafted and thought out. The modernized kitchen immediately draws your eye to the quaint breakfast nook, with bay windows and original wainscoting. Other unique details include beamed ceilings, fun saloon doors leading to the laundry room, and a scalloped valance above the sink. Light-filled and airy, with glass-front cabinets, quartz countertops, and brass hardware- the kitchen is a seamless blend of classic and modern. French doors lead you to your own Mad Men-style office, with rich wood built-ins, a sink for a wet bar, and an arched transom window. Bathed in light with an oversized skylight and its own en-suite bath is one of the bedrooms. Off the long hallway, you will find a full bathroom featuring classic black-and-white tile and dual windows. Another large bedroom, with a door leading to the beautifully lit backyard, and the primary suite make up the rest of the main house. The primary suite is 560 square feet of sheer delight, featuring a vaulted ceiling, a skylight, two closets, bay windows that include French doors, and a stunning bathroom with an oversized shower and built-in bench and shelf, dual sinks, and a closet with new custom-built storage shelving and pocket door. Completely gut-renovated in 2024, with bold and brilliant porcelain olive green tile from Wow Design EU and Huntington White Terrazzo floors. Step outside and stare in awe at the grandeur of the towering mountains from your hammock while eating an orange from your abundantly producing tree. The flagstone path leads you to the recently gut-renovated guest house, and it is absolutely incredible. Telescoping Fleetwood sliding glass doors lead you to a foyer with oak built-ins and a sink with a refrigerator. The main area showcases vaulted ceilings, a skylight, custom casework shelving with integrated lighting, and hardwired internet. Polished concrete throughout, and new Milgard windows, plus a well-sized bathroom with oversized shower, vertical picture window, floating vanity, and dazzling olive porcelain tile work. Need a space to make some noise? This guesthouse also features an interior room with soundproofing materials between double drywall and mounted picture lights to showcase your favorite art pieces. A storage area with laundry hookups and a utility sink finishes off the space. The property also features an owned solar system, seamless gutters (2024), an EV charger (2024), 200-amp upgraded panel, 30-year roof replaced in 2017, retrofitted foundation (2024), and a new water main line (2024). Minutes to Old Town Pasadena with its renowned shopping and dining, and other close treasures such as the storied 'Christmas Tree Lane, ' with over 100 cedar trees lit up during the holiday season; this neighborhood has a unique blend of old charm, small-town vibes, and unmatched natural beauty in Los Angeles.
Nestled on a lush and idyllic tree-lined street north of very desirable New York Drive in one of Altadena's most coveted neighborhoods is this 1941 Traditional with a detached guest house at the doorstep of the exquisite Eaton Canyon Nature Reserve. Picturesque and photogenic, the home is surrounded by the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, which are strikingly visible from front and backyards. Beloved for 30 years, this timeless beauty with original wood floors, two fireplaces, double hung windows, moldings and graceful archways welcome visitors with a warm embrace from a bygone era. Beyond the verdant drought tolerant front yard is the living room with a fireplace and a grand picture window that bathes the home in natural light. Open and airy, the dining room is a feast for the senses featuring intricate moldings and lovely windows that gaze upon the front garden. Accentuating the thoughtfully updated kitchen is an irresistibly charming breakfast nook framed by vintage windows and original wainscoting. Off the living room is the first bedroom with built-ins and a versatile floor plan that could easily repurpose the space into a home office or relaxing den. Through the hallway is the second bedroom with a skylight and an attached bath, a third bedroom with direct access to the yard, a full guest bath and the entrance to the primary bedroom wingyes, truly a wing of its own. Generously sized at 560 sq ft, this beautifully illuminated sanctuary with an en-suite bath has an 18' beamed and vaulted ceiling, fireplace and a seating area framed by a wall of French doors and sidelights. The whimsical vintage 1990s primary bath adds a touch of charm to the space. At the end of the long gated driveway with room for 4-cars is a detached guesthouse with ample built-in storage, a kitchen, bedroom, full bathroom and a private laundry room with storage. Other updates completed with permits in 2017 include a new roof, 200-amp electric upgrade and owned solar panels that will be transferred to the new lucky owners. Minutes to Eaton Canyon hiking trails, Christmas Tree Lane, farmers markets and world class shopping and dining in Old Town Pasadena, this splendid beauty eagerly awaits the arrival of her next adoring guardians.
CRMLS #12062214
Nov 30, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Oct 13, 2005
Listed
$849,000
$374/sq ft
CRMLS #P0-22057749
Oct 17, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 27, 2005
Listed
$799,000
$352/sq ft
TheMLS #05-038559
Sep 30, 2005
Delisted
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Jul 14, 2005
Listed
*
Public Records
Dec 22, 1993
Sold
$310,000
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 9, 1992
Sold
$238,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,557 (+2.7%)
$1,338,444 + $183,396
$1,521,840
2024
$17,089 (+169.2%)
$1,338,444 + $183,396
$1,521,840
2023
$6,347 (+3.5%)
$1,312,200 + $179,800
$1,492,000
2022
$6,133 (+5.7%)
$281,144 + $225,271
$506,415
2021
$5,804 (+4.0%)
$275,632 + $220,854
$496,486
2020
$5,583 (−0.2%)
$270,228 + $216,524
$486,752
2019
$5,596 (−0.3%)
$267,458 + $214,304
$481,762
2018
$5,614 (+1.0%)
$262,214 + $210,102
$472,316
2017
$5,557 (+2.3%)
$252,033 + $201,945
$453,978
2016
$5,434 (+1.1%)
$252,033 + $201,945
$453,978
2015
$5,375 (+2.0%)
$247,092 + $197,986
$445,078
2014
$5,271 (+1.0%)
$238,614 + $191,193
$429,807
2012
$5,217 (+2.4%)
$237,536 + $190,329
$427,865
2011
$5,094 (+1.6%)
$232,879 + $186,598
$419,477
2010
$5,015 (−0.7%)
$228,313 + $182,940
$411,253
2009
$5,050 (+6.5%)
$226,607 + $181,573
$408,180
2008
$4,743
$227,146 + $182,005
$409,151
Tax history for 1779 Harding Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,557 (+2.7%)
$1,338,444 + $183,396
$1,521,840
2024
$17,089 (+169.2%)
$1,338,444 + $183,396
$1,521,840
2023
$6,347 (+3.5%)
$1,312,200 + $179,800
$1,492,000
2022
$6,133 (+5.7%)
$281,144 + $225,271
$506,415
2021
$5,804 (+4.0%)
$275,632 + $220,854
$496,486
2020
$5,583 (−0.2%)
$270,228 + $216,524
$486,752
2019
$5,596 (−0.3%)
$267,458 + $214,304
$481,762
2018
$5,614 (+1.0%)
$262,214 + $210,102
$472,316
2017
$5,557 (+2.3%)
$252,033 + $201,945
$453,978
2016
$5,434 (+1.1%)
$252,033 + $201,945
$453,978
2015
$5,375 (+2.0%)
$247,092 + $197,986
$445,078
2014
$5,271 (+1.0%)
$238,614 + $191,193
$429,807
2012
$5,217 (+2.4%)
$237,536 + $190,329
$427,865
2011
$5,094 (+1.6%)
$232,879 + $186,598
$419,477
2010
$5,015 (−0.7%)
$228,313 + $182,940
$411,253
2009
$5,050 (+6.5%)
$226,607 + $181,573
$408,180
2008
$4,743
$227,146 + $182,005
$409,151
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,557 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,746
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5854012036
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
Driveway
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Laundry Information
Laundry Room
Additional Rooms
Breakfast Area, Guest House
Fireplace Information
In Living Room
# of Fireplaces: 2
Flooring Information
Wood Floors
Equipment
Built-Ins, Solar Panels, Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Stackable W/D Hookup, Hood Fan, Refrigerator, Network Wire, Gas Or Electric Dryer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Central Heat
Exterior
Building Information
Total Floors: 1
One Level
Detached
Detached/No Common Walls
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Land Information
Other Structures: GuestHouse
Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,557
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1735
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 150
Zoning: LCR175
Property Features
Has View
View: Mountains
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 5854-012-036
Location
Location Information
Directions: N on Altadena Dr, Left on New York Dr, Right on N Harding Ave. Property will be on the left-hand side
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,746
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,557 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5854012036
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Around this home
Schools
Daniel Webster School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
2/10
Pasadena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
24% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
21 unhealthy days expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.69M – $2.05M
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