Here's the rare Altadena urban farm on a private 1/2 acre gardener's paradise you've been waiting for! This wonderful family retreat adjacent to Charles S. Farnsworth Park features a 1949 mountain lodge home opening to a spacious verdant yard with guest unit, relaxing pool area, over-sized chicken coop, 4-stall horse barn and large organic garden area. Fully of charm and artistic whimsy with original touches updated for modern living, this special home includes a living room river rock fireplace, cook's kitchen, outdoor BBQ, and plenty of room for active animals and children PLUS a short 3 block hike to the Cobb Estate and Sam Merrill Trail to Echo Mountain!Built in 1949, the main house has 2 bedrooms + 1.5 bath in 1754 square feet. The converted garage/guest unit is 1 bedroom + 1 bath in 400 square feet. The total property size is 22,415 square foot, in two parcels, including APN ##5842-021-003 of 9,168 sq ft with a 984 sq ft barn structure.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$725Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Meredith McKenzie•DRE #01142186• Keller Williams Realty - Los Feliz
Here's the rare Altadena urban farm on a private 1/2 acre gardener's paradise you've been waiting for! This wonderful family retreat adjacent to Charles S. Farnsworth Park features a 1949 mountain lodge home opening to a spacious verdant yard with guest unit, relaxing pool area, over-sized chicken coop, 4-stall horse barn and large organic garden area. Fully of charm and artistic whimsy with original touches updated for modern living, this special home includes a living room river rock fireplace, cook's kitchen, outdoor BBQ, and plenty of room for active animals and children PLUS a short 3 block hike to the Cobb Estate and Sam Merrill Trail to Echo Mountain!Built in 1949, the main house has 2 bedrooms + 1.5 bath in 1754 square feet. The converted garage/guest unit is 1 bedroom + 1 bath in 400 square feet. The total property size is 22,415 square foot, in two parcels, including APN ##5842-021-003 of 9,168 sq ft with a 984 sq ft barn structure.
Public Records
Apr 23, 2008
Sold
$689,954
$323/sq ft
CRMLS #P609817
Apr 23, 2008
Sold
$689,950
$323/sq ft
Apr 1, 2008
Listing Removed
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Nov 13, 2007
Listed
$689,950
$323/sq ft
CRMLS #C07139958
Apr 23, 2008
Sold
$689,950
$323/sq ft
Mar 31, 2008
Listing Removed
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Nov 9, 2007
Price Changed
$689,950
$323/sq ft
Oct 18, 2007
Price Changed
$799,500
$375/sq ft
Sep 27, 2007
Listed
$819,950
$384/sq ft
Wow, this property is located next to a beautiful park! It is just behind this must have property. Included in both parcels, over half an acre of land w/ beautiful vaulted exposed beam ceilings. Over the fence of your Backyard will be beautiful Farnsworth County Park. This property boasts a large pool that you step up to w/ room for patio enjoyment. Horse stables, multi unit zoning, exposed beam ceilings, wood flooring throughout, with a covered Veranda and covered Patio allow for lots of activity. Located in the quiet foothill, north Altadena community. With a large stone fireplace, fresh interior paint, formal dining room and lots of room to grow, this property has endless possibilities! Seller owns 2 parcels, connected to each other, which combine lot sq footage to total . 51 acres. APN #1- 5842021009, APN #2- 5842021003. Both parcels are included in this sale.
Public Records
Feb 19, 1987
Sold
$167,500
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,993 (−57.9%)
$429,184
2024
$11,856 (+0.9%)
$420,769
2023
$11,755 (+2.5%)
$634,644 + $374,544
$1,009,188
2022
$11,472 (+5.0%)
$622,200 + $367,200
$989,400
2021
$10,926 (+4.1%)
$618,340 + $362,758
$981,098
2020
$10,492 (+22.8%)
$606,216 + $355,646
$961,862
2019
$8,546 (−0.8%)
$600,000 + $352,000
$952,000
2018
$8,618 (+1.0%)
$506,318 + $247,270
$753,588
2017
$8,531 (−5.8%)
$486,658 + $237,669
$724,327
2016
$9,052 (+1.1%)
$486,658 + $237,669
$724,327
2015
$8,955 (+2.1%)
$499,310 + $266,297
$765,607
2014
$8,772 (+18.4%)
$482,177 + $257,159
$739,336
2012
$7,408 (−5.5%)
$479,998 + $255,997
$735,995
2011
$7,840 (+0.8%)
$397,000 + $212,000
$609,000
2010
$7,774 (−0.6%)
$424,100 + $226,200
$650,300
2009
$7,823 (+151.7%)
$424,100 + $226,200
$650,300
2008
$3,108
$424,100 + $226,200
$650,300
Tax history for 473 Concha St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,993 (−57.9%)
$429,184
2024
$11,856 (+0.9%)
$420,769
2023
$11,755 (+2.5%)
$634,644 + $374,544
$1,009,188
2022
$11,472 (+5.0%)
$622,200 + $367,200
$989,400
2021
$10,926 (+4.1%)
$618,340 + $362,758
$981,098
2020
$10,492 (+22.8%)
$606,216 + $355,646
$961,862
2019
$8,546 (−0.8%)
$600,000 + $352,000
$952,000
2018
$8,618 (+1.0%)
$506,318 + $247,270
$753,588
2017
$8,531 (−5.8%)
$486,658 + $237,669
$724,327
2016
$9,052 (+1.1%)
$486,658 + $237,669
$724,327
2015
$8,955 (+2.1%)
$499,310 + $266,297
$765,607
2014
$8,772 (+18.4%)
$482,177 + $257,159
$739,336
2012
$7,408 (−5.5%)
$479,998 + $255,997
$735,995
2011
$7,840 (+0.8%)
$397,000 + $212,000
$609,000
2010
$7,774 (−0.6%)
$424,100 + $226,200
$650,300
2009
$7,823 (+151.7%)
$424,100 + $226,200
$650,300
2008
$3,108
$424,100 + $226,200
$650,300
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1949
Sq. Ft.
1,734
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5842021009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
R-1-10000
Single-Family Residence Zone
Residential Zones preserve, protect, and enhance areas for residential land uses in a range of densities; provide for orderly, well-planned, and balanced growth of residential neighborhoods; and ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open space for each dwelling. These zones also provide for the appropriate location of public and semi-public uses such as schools, parks, and religious facilities that can serve and complement residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Group
Housing-Other
Feb 6, 2024 • Final
Electrical permit (simple) - county
Install electrical service for a new detached garage.
Electrical
Jan 16, 2024 • Final
Retaining wall or fence permit - county
Grading
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Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas & Electric Range
Has Appliances
Area, Country Kitchen
Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Shower in Tub
Cooling Information
Central, Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
Guest/Maid's Quarters, Living Room
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Raised Hearth
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Location: Living Room
Beamed Ceilings
Levels: One
Security Features: Security System
Exterior
Exterior Information
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed
Fencing: Chain Link
Has Fence
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Combination
Exterior Features
Barbecue Private
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Has Patio
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Private
Has Pool
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard, Horse Property Unimproved, Paved, Sprinklers None
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Disability Features, No Interior Steps
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Parcel Number: 5842021009
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.20042700
Longitude: -118.13423500
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Directions: Cross Street: Concha and Marengo;
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: LCR110
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,734
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5842021009
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 25
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 25
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Meredith
List Agent Last Name: McKenzie
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Tracy B
Buyer Agent Last Name: Do
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Melinda
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Rae
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: crf.unknownoffice
Co-Buyer Office Name: crf.unknownoffice
Around this home
Schools
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
32% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 95° expected this year, 12 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.47M – $1.78M
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