Fantastic traditional home nestled in the foothills of Altadena. On a quiet tree-lined street with mountain views this home offers an exceptional floor plan with all the modern amenities. Off the formal entry you find a great dining area, large eat-in kitchen with island, fireplace and a living room. Down the hall there are two guest bedrooms, full guest bath and storage. The master suite boasts tree top views, master bath, floor to ceiling closets and a roof top balcony. Downstairs offers a comfy family room perfect for entertaining and a state-of-the-art home gym! Off the back patio is the converted garage, perfect for an artists studio or craft room, home office and storage room/wine room. Separate guest quarters provide a guest bedroom and full bath along with an outdoor shower. A large work shed allows opportunity for additional storage, sound studio, second home office or recreation room. The large backyard is a blank canvas and would be perfect for a pool. The possibilities are endless!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
9,768 sq ftLot Size
$191Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carmine Sabatella•DRE #01945152• BHHS California Properties
Bought with Anna Solomon•DRE #00850601• The Agency
Move into this light-filled spacious home and enjoy it right away, all remodeling and updating, including new copper plumbing, electrical, new roof, new widows and doors throughout, was tastefully done by the current owners. With this modern sleek kitchen, huge backyard, spacious open floor plan, you will love to entertain your friends and family both indoors and outdoors. Imagine enjoying your mornings with a cup of coffee on the huge private patio off master bedroom. Forget all your worries when you come home to this serene and quiet place and breathe in fresh clean air of upper Altadena. Bonus guest room and office, workshop, and so much more, you'll discover it when you come to see this special home. This house is in the right place, the timing is right, the price is right, don't wait, make your appointment now!
CRMLS #12114215
Sep 26, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Sep 26, 2008
Sold
$450,000
$141/sq ft
Sep 17, 2008
Contingent
—
Aug 8, 2008
Listed
$494,900
$155/sq ft
CRMLS #P0-22108359
Apr 8, 2008
Listed
$550,000
$173/sq ft
CRMLS #P0-22011993
Feb 7, 2003
Sold
$383,000
$120/sq ft
Dec 31, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Nov 18, 2002
Listed
$399,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 18, 1990
Sold
$236,000
$74/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 13, 1964
Sold
$27,500
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,861 (−49.0%)
$696,366
2024
$15,422 (+0.9%)
$682,712
2023
$15,292 (+3.6%)
$1,029,732 + $308,884
$1,338,616
2022
$14,760 (+5.0%)
$1,009,542 + $302,828
$1,312,370
2021
$14,059 (+4.2%)
$989,748 + $296,891
$1,286,639
2020
$13,491 (−0.3%)
$970,342 + $291,070
$1,261,412
2019
$13,527 (+61.3%)
$960,393 + $288,086
$1,248,479
2018
$8,386 (+1.0%)
$941,562 + $282,438
$1,224,000
2017
$8,302 (+2.2%)
$541,129 + $162,337
$703,466
2016
$8,123 (+1.1%)
$541,129 + $162,337
$703,466
2015
$8,035 (+2.1%)
$530,519 + $159,154
$689,673
2014
$7,869 (+37.5%)
$512,315 + $153,694
$666,009
2012
$5,725 (+2.4%)
$510,000 + $153,000
$663,000
2011
$5,590 (+1.6%)
$366,010 + $95,346
$461,356
2010
$5,504 (−0.7%)
$358,834 + $93,477
$452,311
2009
$5,544 (+10.8%)
$356,153 + $92,779
$448,932
2008
$5,003
$357,000 + $93,000
$450,000
Tax history for 42 Marathon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,861 (−49.0%)
$696,366
2024
$15,422 (+0.9%)
$682,712
2023
$15,292 (+3.6%)
$1,029,732 + $308,884
$1,338,616
2022
$14,760 (+5.0%)
$1,009,542 + $302,828
$1,312,370
2021
$14,059 (+4.2%)
$989,748 + $296,891
$1,286,639
2020
$13,491 (−0.3%)
$970,342 + $291,070
$1,261,412
2019
$13,527 (+61.3%)
$960,393 + $288,086
$1,248,479
2018
$8,386 (+1.0%)
$941,562 + $282,438
$1,224,000
2017
$8,302 (+2.2%)
$541,129 + $162,337
$703,466
2016
$8,123 (+1.1%)
$541,129 + $162,337
$703,466
2015
$8,035 (+2.1%)
$530,519 + $159,154
$689,673
2014
$7,869 (+37.5%)
$512,315 + $153,694
$666,009
2012
$5,725 (+2.4%)
$510,000 + $153,000
$663,000
2011
$5,590 (+1.6%)
$366,010 + $95,346
$461,356
2010
$5,504 (−0.7%)
$358,834 + $93,477
$452,311
2009
$5,544 (+10.8%)
$356,153 + $92,779
$448,932
2008
$5,003
$357,000 + $93,000
$450,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,771 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
2,061
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5833012003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Street
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Freezer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Line to Refrigerator
Has Appliances
In Kitchen
Stone Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Shower in Tub, Tile Counters
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Art Studio, Attic, Entry, Gym, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Workshop
Fireplace Information
Decorative, Electric, Kitchen
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Fireplace, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
French Doors
Entry Location: Ground Level - No Steps
Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
Levels: Two
Exterior
Exterior Information
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed
Fencing: Wood
Has Fence
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open, Roof Top
Has Patio
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Paved, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Timer
Directions: Cross Street: Fair Oaks; Exit 210 at Fair Oaks and go North to Marathon and go East.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: LCR175
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,061
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,771 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5833012003
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 32
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 32
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Carmine
List Agent Last Name: Sabatella
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Anna
Buyer Agent Last Name: Solomon
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: crf.unknownoffice
Around this home
Schools
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
29% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° 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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Historical weather
Altadena, CA • 91001
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Altadena. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$579,000 – $701,000
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