Wonderful English Period Revival, the von Toll House is sited on a beautifully landscaped 17,500 SF lot. L A bldr George F Peters completed the home in 1925 for Chicago residents, the von Tolls, to enjoy mild winters in So Calif. A true compound, the grounds easily accommodate this stately 2-Sty English, east & west patios, inviting front gardens, sparkling pool, expansive lawns, pool house w/ open beam ceiling, fpl & bath. Rich in design details the step-down living rm has tall coved ceiling, hdwd flrs, fpl, & French drs, FDR w/ 3 sets of French mullioned windows open to mtn views & cool breezes. Family Rm w/ fpl can be downstairs MBR Ste. Lg kitchen w/ center island & cnr bkfast area w/ views. Stunning magnesite stairs lead to 2nd flr w/ 3BR, 2BA, Master Ste w/ tree-top balcony. Assessor rated the construction 'extra' special, it was featured on the 1988 Altadena Guild Tour, and was the former home of a Russian princess. Stroll the grounds, enjoy the views, this is a special property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$1,165Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Judy Rubin•DRE #00978364• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with •DRE #00619535Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Source:CRMLS #P0-22056652
Redfin Estimate
$2,922,942
$553K since sold in October 2025$48K since July
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This home's estimate is 135.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.24M) of 6 comparable homes.
Situated on Altadena's coveted Boulder Road, The Von Toll House is a restored English Period Revival with verdant grounds and a profusion of spring color. This timeless treasure is elegant and comfortable, having been sensitively remodeled in 2005 maintaining many original details. The stately fireplace, voluminous coved ceilings and French doors enhance the gracious living room. The kitchen is bright and open and includes a breakfast bar. The floor plan is flexible, allowing for a first floor bedroom, family room, or home office. A beautiful magnasite stairway leads to the second floor, with three more bedrooms, two full baths and a romantic balcony. The stunning grounds provide a magnificent backdrop to the outdoor living room and entertainment area for large or intimate gatherings and p
CRMLS #P0-22056652
Sep 7, 2005
Sold
$1,331,000
$531/sq ft
Jul 19, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jul 7, 2005
Listed
$1,195,000
$476/sq ft
Wonderful English Period Revival, the von Toll House is sited on a beautifully landscaped 17,500 SF lot. L A bldr George F Peters completed the home in 1925 for Chicago residents, the von Tolls, to enjoy mild winters in So Calif. A true compound, the grounds easily accommodate this stately 2-Sty English, east & west patios, inviting front gardens, sparkling pool, expansive lawns, pool house w/ open beam ceiling, fpl & bath. Rich in design details the step-down living rm has tall coved ceiling, hdwd flrs, fpl, & French drs, FDR w/ 3 sets of French mullioned windows open to mtn views & cool breezes. Family Rm w/ fpl can be downstairs MBR Ste. Lg kitchen w/ center island & cnr bkfast area w/ views. Stunning magnesite stairs lead to 2nd flr w/ 3BR, 2BA, Master Ste w/ tree-top balcony. Assessor rated the construction 'extra' special, it was featured on the 1988 Altadena Guild Tour, and was the former home of a Russian princess. Stroll the grounds, enjoy the views, this is a special property!
CRMLS #A315757
Aug 15, 2003
Sold
$945,000
$377/sq ft
Feb 10, 2003
Listed
$1,095,000
$437/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 30, 1986
Sold
$350,000
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,774 (−19.3%)
$1,325,851 + $319,623
$1,645,474
2024
$23,275 (+0.8%)
$1,325,851 + $319,623
$1,645,474
2023
$23,081 (+3.6%)
$1,624,818 + $417,808
$2,042,626
2022
$22,277 (+4.8%)
$1,592,959 + $409,616
$2,002,575
2021
$21,260 (+4.2%)
$1,561,725 + $401,585
$1,963,310
2020
$20,395 (−0.3%)
$1,531,103 + $393,711
$1,924,814
2019
$20,453 (−1.8%)
$1,515,404 + $389,674
$1,905,078
2018
$20,818 (+1.0%)
$1,485,691 + $382,034
$1,867,725
2017
$20,614 (+2.0%)
$1,428,000 + $367,200
$1,795,200
2016
$20,212 (+58.0%)
$1,428,000 + $367,200
$1,795,200
2015
$12,796 (+0.2%)
$1,400,000 + $360,000
$1,760,000
2014
$12,766 (+7.0%)
$748,000 + $352,000
$1,100,000
2012
$11,931 (+0.4%)
$639,000 + $301,000
$940,000
2011
$11,879 (+0.8%)
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
2010
$11,781 (−0.7%)
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
2009
$11,864 (−1.1%)
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
2008
$12,002
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
Tax history for 2555 Boulder Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,774 (−19.3%)
$1,325,851 + $319,623
$1,645,474
2024
$23,275 (+0.8%)
$1,325,851 + $319,623
$1,645,474
2023
$23,081 (+3.6%)
$1,624,818 + $417,808
$2,042,626
2022
$22,277 (+4.8%)
$1,592,959 + $409,616
$2,002,575
2021
$21,260 (+4.2%)
$1,561,725 + $401,585
$1,963,310
2020
$20,395 (−0.3%)
$1,531,103 + $393,711
$1,924,814
2019
$20,453 (−1.8%)
$1,515,404 + $389,674
$1,905,078
2018
$20,818 (+1.0%)
$1,485,691 + $382,034
$1,867,725
2017
$20,614 (+2.0%)
$1,428,000 + $367,200
$1,795,200
2016
$20,212 (+58.0%)
$1,428,000 + $367,200
$1,795,200
2015
$12,796 (+0.2%)
$1,400,000 + $360,000
$1,760,000
2014
$12,766 (+7.0%)
$748,000 + $352,000
$1,100,000
2012
$11,931 (+0.4%)
$639,000 + $301,000
$940,000
2011
$11,879 (+0.8%)
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
2010
$11,781 (−0.7%)
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
2009
$11,864 (−1.1%)
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
2008
$12,002
$687,000 + $323,400
$1,010,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
May 28, 2026 • Final
Construction and demolition - deposit
Rebuild a detached two-car garage on a residential property.
New construction
Dec 31, 2025 • Final
Express solar roof mount residential - county
Install a new roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system on a residential building.
Electrical
Solar
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Property details
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Central
Exterior
Property Information
Subdivision Name: 4799
Living Sq. Ft: 2,328
# of Units: 1
Legal Description: TRACT # 4799 S 50 FT OF LOT 14 AND N 50 FT OF LOT 15
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 18,049
Legal Lot Number: 15
Acres: 0.4143
Depth Footage: 175
Front Footage: 100
Zoning Code: LCR175
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESID
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,508
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1935
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5846011033
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views, Green, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Dec 7, 2025
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Daniel Webster School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
2/10
Pasadena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
7/10
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