Romantic Spanish jewel beautifully located in the coveted Country Club area of Altadena, full of character and bursting with vintage charm! Built in 1927, this home has been extremely well preserved with hardwood floors throughout, and exquisitely upgraded over the years. The front courtyard immediately impresses, offering a quiet, private setting to enjoy the gorgeous San Gabriel mountain views and a morning cup of coffee or an evening glass of wine. This stunning home with prominent archways and tons of natural sunlight throughout, showcases a living room with mountain views, barrel & coved ceilings, and a gas fireplace with a wonderful Batchelder-like tile surround. Adjacent is the elegant formal dining room fit for large parties, holidays and family gatherings. The private Master bedroom has a recently added en-suite bathroom with designer touches and a walk-in closet. The remodeled gourmet, eat-in kitchen ties in beautifully with the home's aesthetic and features olive-colored granite countertops, Shaker-style cabinetry, Terracotta tile, recessed lighting, and a Range niche with butcher block counter accents. Off the kitchen provides a dedicated laundry room with plenty of storage and is equipped with the original hideaway, fold-down ironing board. Additional features and upgrades include a bolted and braced foundation, copper piping, new electrical panel, new HVAC and ducting, plumbing upgrades, original hardware and a full front and rear low volume water saving irrigation system. An expansive rear yard affords shade and privacy with the ability to expand, while currently providing a lush and relaxing outdoor setting for year-round dining, pets to roam and children to play within. Well located and sited amidst one of the best settings in Altadena, come experience this classic gem of a home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
7,101 sq ftLot Size
$939Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Anne Kislingbury•DRE #01927204• BHHS California Properties
built in 1927 , this charming spanish villa has been beautifully renovated. interior details include original hardwood floors, arched doorways, barrel and coved ceilings. newly remodeled kitchen including custom wood cabinets.
CRMLS #P0-22007657
Oct 11, 2002
Sold
$435,000
$313/sq ft
Sep 13, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Aug 23, 2002
Listed
$423,000
$305/sq ft
Excludes: Swingset in bak yard, washer, dryer. Spanish w 2/1 FDR with built-in cabinet. LR with fireplace. Pictures sque windows with views to mtns. Breakfast nook in kitchen seperated laundry room. Wonderful yard with flagstone patio + spa good size grass area. All Offers to be presented Tues Sep 3 (after Holiday).
Public Records
Sep 3, 1996
Sold
$221,000
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,328 (+3.0%)
$1,157,247 + $349,667
$1,506,914
2024
$16,823 (+0.9%)
$1,157,247 + $349,667
$1,506,914
2023
$16,679 (+3.6%)
$1,134,556 + $342,811
$1,477,367
2022
$16,096 (+67.4%)
$1,112,310 + $336,090
$1,448,400
2021
$9,614 (+4.2%)
$1,090,500 + $329,500
$1,420,000
2020
$9,230 (−0.2%)
$681,476 + $170,360
$851,836
2019
$9,252 (−2.0%)
$674,489 + $168,614
$843,103
2018
$9,440 (+11.0%)
$661,264 + $165,308
$826,572
2017
$8,503 (+9.4%)
$576,000 + $143,000
$719,000
2016
$7,772 (−0.3%)
$576,000 + $143,000
$719,000
2015
$7,799 (+14.2%)
$524,500 + $130,500
$655,000
2014
$6,830 (+4.2%)
$462,000 + $115,000
$577,000
2012
$6,555 (−16.5%)
$436,000 + $109,000
$545,000
2011
$7,850 (+8.4%)
$436,000 + $109,000
$545,000
2010
$7,240 (−0.6%)
$529,600 + $132,400
$662,000
2009
$7,285 (−2.1%)
$491,000 + $122,700
$613,700
2008
$7,444
$491,000 + $122,700
$613,700
Tax history for 1788 La Paz Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,328 (+3.0%)
$1,157,247 + $349,667
$1,506,914
2024
$16,823 (+0.9%)
$1,157,247 + $349,667
$1,506,914
2023
$16,679 (+3.6%)
$1,134,556 + $342,811
$1,477,367
2022
$16,096 (+67.4%)
$1,112,310 + $336,090
$1,448,400
2021
$9,614 (+4.2%)
$1,090,500 + $329,500
$1,420,000
2020
$9,230 (−0.2%)
$681,476 + $170,360
$851,836
2019
$9,252 (−2.0%)
$674,489 + $168,614
$843,103
2018
$9,440 (+11.0%)
$661,264 + $165,308
$826,572
2017
$8,503 (+9.4%)
$576,000 + $143,000
$719,000
2016
$7,772 (−0.3%)
$576,000 + $143,000
$719,000
2015
$7,799 (+14.2%)
$524,500 + $130,500
$655,000
2014
$6,830 (+4.2%)
$462,000 + $115,000
$577,000
2012
$6,555 (−16.5%)
$436,000 + $109,000
$545,000
2011
$7,850 (+8.4%)
$436,000 + $109,000
$545,000
2010
$7,240 (−0.6%)
$529,600 + $132,400
$662,000
2009
$7,285 (−2.1%)
$491,000 + $122,700
$613,700
2008
$7,444
$491,000 + $122,700
$613,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: North
Living Area Source: Taped
Parcel Number: 5847033011
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Paid
Water Source: Private
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Foothills, Sidewalks
Location Information
Latitude: 34.18217100
Longitude: -118.11369400
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,376
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,224 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 1927
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5847033011
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 20
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 20
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Anne
List Agent Last Name: Kislingbury
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Tracy B
Buyer Agent Last Name: Do
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Ryan
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Judd
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Co-Buyer Office Name: Compass
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Daniel Webster School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
Pasadena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
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