Situated on a quiet cul de sac near sought after Christmas Tree Lane, in the heart of Altadena, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been meticulously renovated to showcase its original 1940s charm. The sunlight saturates the space through the original, restored double hung windows. All systems have been upgraded. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. The living room, second bedroom, and the brand new kitchen lead you out to a vegetable garden and a large deck, perfect for entertaining. The entire property has been completely landscaped with a new irrigation system. So many upgrades to list! SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS and a LIST OF UPGRADES!Situated on a quiet cul de sac near sought after Christmas Tree Lane, in the heart of Altadena, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been meticulously renovated to showcase its original 1940's charm. The sunlight saturates the space through the original, restored double hung windows. All systems have been upgraded. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. The living room, second bedroom, and the brand new kitchen lead you out to a vegetable garden and a large deck, perfect for entertaining. The entire property has been completely landscaped with a new irrigation system. Upgrades include a brand new half bath off the 2nd bedroom, a new roof, upgraded electrical (including a new 200-amp panel), brand new central air and heat, all-new light fixtures and recessed lighting throughout, newly refinished, dark-stained hardwood floors, modern fixtures, new glass doors and a refreshed brick gas/wood-burning fireplace in the living room. A vintage Wedgwood stove, all-new white cabinets, sparkle gray quartz countertops, & stack-able laundry hook-ups, create a truly functional kitchen space. The new automatic garage door opens to a 2-car garage with ample storage. The designer touches throughout the home give this property a sense of style and showcase California living at its best. SEE WEBSITE FOR M
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
6,580 sq ftLot Size
$1,098Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Denise del Rey•DRE #01460169• Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Listed by Fleming Trainor•DRE #01810650• Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Bought with Carrie Bryden•DRE #01339551• Nourmand & Associates-HW
Located on a quiet cul de sac street. No recent updates to the interior.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Michael Drylie
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 479 Colman St
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #P0-817000433
Oct 2, 2017
Sold
$679,000
$787/sq ft
Jun 26, 2017
Listed
$699,000
$810/sq ft
Situated on a quiet cul de sac near sought after Christmas Tree Lane, in the heart of Altadena, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been meticulously renovated to showcase its original 1940s charm. The sunlight saturates the space through the original, restored double hung windows. All systems have been upgraded. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. The living room, second bedroom, and the brand new kitchen lead you out to a vegetable garden and a large deck, perfect for entertaining. The entire property has been completely landscaped with a new irrigation system. So many upgrades to list! SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS and a LIST OF UPGRADES!Situated on a quiet cul de sac near sought after Christmas Tree Lane, in the heart of Altadena, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been meticulously renovated to showcase its original 1940's charm. The sunlight saturates the space through the original, restored double hung windows. All systems have been upgraded. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. The living room, second bedroom, and the brand new kitchen lead you out to a vegetable garden and a large deck, perfect for entertaining. The entire property has been completely landscaped with a new irrigation system. Upgrades include a brand new half bath off the 2nd bedroom, a new roof, upgraded electrical (including a new 200-amp panel), brand new central air and heat, all-new light fixtures and recessed lighting throughout, newly refinished, dark-stained hardwood floors, modern fixtures, new glass doors and a refreshed brick gas/wood-burning fireplace in the living room. A vintage Wedgwood stove, all-new white cabinets, sparkle gray quartz countertops, & stack-able laundry hook-ups, create a truly functional kitchen space. The new automatic garage door opens to a 2-car garage with ample storage. The designer touches throughout the home give this property a sense of style and showcase California living at its best. SEE WEBSITE FOR M
CRMLS #P0-317000989
Mar 29, 2017
Sold
$551,500
$639/sq ft
Feb 20, 2017
Listing Removed
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Feb 8, 2017
Listed
$505,000
$585/sq ft
Fixer- This wonderful starter cottage is a light fixer, on a quiet cul-de-sac. It is great for someone who wants to make it their own, or an investor who might want to add on. The living room has a fireplace and wood floors, the dining room has a ceiling fan and mirrored wall, which makes the room open up nicely. There is an ample rear yard with a large covered patio. Don't wait this wont last, show today!
CRMLS #P0-22144053
Nov 1, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2010
Listed
$1,300
$2/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 11, 1994
Sold
$135,000
$156/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 28, 1987
Sold
$97,500
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,168 (+3.3%)
$618,065 + $154,514
$772,579
2024
$8,871 (+0.9%)
$618,065 + $154,514
$772,579
2023
$8,793 (+3.6%)
$605,947 + $151,485
$757,432
2022
$8,488 (+4.7%)
$594,066 + $148,515
$742,581
2021
$8,104 (+4.1%)
$582,418 + $145,603
$728,021
2020
$7,782 (−0.9%)
$570,999 + $142,749
$713,748
2019
$7,850 (−1.3%)
$565,145 + $141,286
$706,431
2018
$7,954 (+200.6%)
$554,064 + $138,516
$692,580
2017
$2,646 (+2.3%)
$144,095 + $53,587
$197,682
2016
$2,586 (+1.1%)
$144,095 + $53,587
$197,682
2015
$2,558 (+1.6%)
$141,270 + $52,537
$193,807
2014
$2,518 (+1.3%)
$136,423 + $50,735
$187,158
2012
$2,485 (+2.4%)
$135,807 + $50,506
$186,313
2011
$2,426 (+1.6%)
$133,145 + $49,516
$182,661
2010
$2,387 (−0.3%)
$130,535 + $48,546
$179,081
2009
$2,396 (+6.3%)
$129,560 + $48,184
$177,744
2008
$2,254
$129,868 + $48,299
$178,167
Tax history for 479 Colman St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,168 (+3.3%)
$618,065 + $154,514
$772,579
2024
$8,871 (+0.9%)
$618,065 + $154,514
$772,579
2023
$8,793 (+3.6%)
$605,947 + $151,485
$757,432
2022
$8,488 (+4.7%)
$594,066 + $148,515
$742,581
2021
$8,104 (+4.1%)
$582,418 + $145,603
$728,021
2020
$7,782 (−0.9%)
$570,999 + $142,749
$713,748
2019
$7,850 (−1.3%)
$565,145 + $141,286
$706,431
2018
$7,954 (+200.6%)
$554,064 + $138,516
$692,580
2017
$2,646 (+2.3%)
$144,095 + $53,587
$197,682
2016
$2,586 (+1.1%)
$144,095 + $53,587
$197,682
2015
$2,558 (+1.6%)
$141,270 + $52,537
$193,807
2014
$2,518 (+1.3%)
$136,423 + $50,735
$187,158
2012
$2,485 (+2.4%)
$135,807 + $50,506
$186,313
2011
$2,426 (+1.6%)
$133,145 + $49,516
$182,661
2010
$2,387 (−0.3%)
$130,535 + $48,546
$179,081
2009
$2,396 (+6.3%)
$129,560 + $48,184
$177,744
2008
$2,254
$129,868 + $48,299
$178,167
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,582 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
863
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5839004012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 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
Jan 22, 2026 • Final
Mechanical permit (simple) - county
Replace existing ductwork with new flex duct to existing registers.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Fireplace Information
Decorative, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Interior Features
Entry Level: 0
Levels: One
Exterior
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 5839004012
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.18558400
Longitude: -118.14015600
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Directions: Cross Street: Santa Anita; North on Santa Anita from Woodbury Rd. Turn Right onto Colman St. Visit 479colman.com for more information
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: LCR110
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 863
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,582 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5839004012
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Staging Items
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 93
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 93
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Denise
List Agent Last Name: del Rey
Co-List Agent First Name: Fleming
Co-List Agent Last Name: Trainor
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Co-List Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Carrie
Buyer Agent Last Name: Bryden
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Nourmand & Associates-HW
Around this home
Schools
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 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
June and 6.5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$901,000 – $1.09M
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