Nestled in the foothills of Altadena is this charming Tudor style home with stunning mountain, city and tree-top views. As you enter, you are taken aback by the spacious formal living room with double sided fireplace, barrel ceilings and arched entryways with double doors leading out to a cozy front deck. The formal dining room leads then to the kitchen with breakfast bar, center island, plenty of cabinets and pantry. Additionally, there is a large family room with access to the amazing back-yard with drought tolerant landscaping. Conveniently located laundry room with storage and access to the backyard. This home offers three bedrooms: Downstairs has two bedrooms and two full bathroom. Upstairs is a beautiful and private primary bedroom with a 3/4 bathroom, closet and plenty of space for an additional sitting area or office. Enjoy your morning coffee from the private deck overlooking the San Gabriel mountains. Above the three car garage, there’s an additional 600 square foot room which can have many uses, such as a home office, storage or game room. Just some of the features of this home are: Renovated all baths in 2020 as well as exterior paint, lift fixtures, and an extended new front deck. New HVAC in 2019 with Ecobee thermostat, floors updated to engineered hardwood in 2017, parking for additional cars, copper plumbing, updated electrical panel, privacy hedge, and so much more.
Clean. Has addition in the back. Spacious. Quiet with lots of shades. Lots of desert plants.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Duke Ung
Redfin Associate agent
The home has a nice flow throughout and a beautiful upstairs bedroom. The space above the garage is a large studio space. A must see home
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Maritza Cordero
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 481 Wapello St
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #PF21013465
Mar 12, 2021
Sold
$1,300,000
$632/sq ft
Feb 24, 2021
Pending
—
Feb 4, 2021
Contingent
—
Jan 22, 2021
Listed
$1,199,000
$583/sq ft
CRMLS #P0-317004588
Jul 27, 2017
Sold
$855,000
$416/sq ft
Jun 28, 2017
Listing Removed
—
May 28, 2017
Listed
$868,000
$422/sq ft
Perched atop a gentle knoll in the foothills of Altadena, this charming 1920's Tudor 3 BR/3 BA view home has a lot to offer. Extensively expanded and remodeled in 2007, you enter into the spacious LR with barrel ceiling, laminate floors, two-sided fireplace shared with the DR and French doors that lead to a large deck. The DR has barrel ceiling as well and multiple windows for good natural light. This leads to the kitchen with a center island, plenty of cabinet space and a spacious laundry room. Downstairs there are 2 good size BR's, 2 full BA's and a large family room that could be used as a 4th BR. Upstairs is the master suite. There are multiple closets, ample space for a sitting area, home office and there are decks on both sides of the house. There are views in all directions, one towards the San Gabriel Mountains and the other looking down into the San Gabriel Valley and beyond. On a clear day you can see Catalina! Above the 3 car garage there is a 600 Sq. Ft. space perfect for a home office, artist/recording studio, game room or whatever your needs are. This space has excellent views as well. The yard has mature landscaping including multiple fruit trees and provides privacy from your neighbors. There is much to like about this home.
Public Records
Dec 19, 1990
Sold
$180,000
$88/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,522 (−59.4%)
$582,231
2024
$16,045 (+0.9%)
$570,815
2023
$15,908 (+5.2%)
$860,957 + $539,929
$1,400,886
2022
$15,124 (+49.3%)
$844,076 + $529,343
$1,373,419
2021
$10,130 (+4.1%)
$827,526 + $498,474
$1,326,000
2020
$9,727 (−0.2%)
$581,826 + $316,929
$898,755
2019
$9,749 (−1.5%)
$575,861 + $313,680
$889,541
2018
$9,896 (+99.8%)
$564,570 + $307,530
$872,100
2017
$4,953 (+2.4%)
$203,118 + $194,519
$397,637
2016
$4,835 (+1.1%)
$203,118 + $194,519
$397,637
2015
$4,784 (+1.9%)
$199,136 + $190,705
$389,841
2014
$4,693 (+1.1%)
$192,303 + $184,162
$376,465
2012
$4,644 (+2.4%)
$191,434 + $183,330
$374,764
2011
$4,534 (+1.6%)
$187,681 + $179,736
$367,417
2010
$4,464 (−0.6%)
$184,001 + $176,212
$360,213
2009
$4,492 (+34.9%)
$182,626 + $174,896
$357,522
2008
$3,329
$183,060 + $175,312
$358,372
Tax history for 481 Wapello St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,522 (−59.4%)
$582,231
2024
$16,045 (+0.9%)
$570,815
2023
$15,908 (+5.2%)
$860,957 + $539,929
$1,400,886
2022
$15,124 (+49.3%)
$844,076 + $529,343
$1,373,419
2021
$10,130 (+4.1%)
$827,526 + $498,474
$1,326,000
2020
$9,727 (−0.2%)
$581,826 + $316,929
$898,755
2019
$9,749 (−1.5%)
$575,861 + $313,680
$889,541
2018
$9,896 (+99.8%)
$564,570 + $307,530
$872,100
2017
$4,953 (+2.4%)
$203,118 + $194,519
$397,637
2016
$4,835 (+1.1%)
$203,118 + $194,519
$397,637
2015
$4,784 (+1.9%)
$199,136 + $190,705
$389,841
2014
$4,693 (+1.1%)
$192,303 + $184,162
$376,465
2012
$4,644 (+2.4%)
$191,434 + $183,330
$374,764
2011
$4,534 (+1.6%)
$187,681 + $179,736
$367,417
2010
$4,464 (−0.6%)
$184,001 + $176,212
$360,213
2009
$4,492 (+34.9%)
$182,626 + $174,896
$357,522
2008
$3,329
$183,060 + $175,312
$358,372
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,632 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
2,110
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5841002017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Feb 24, 2023 • Final
Electrical permit (simple) - county
Addition
Electrical
Feb 24, 2023 • Final
Plumbing permit (simple) - county
Plumbing
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
Uncovered Spaces: 3
# of Carport Spaces: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway - Concrete, Garage, See Remarks
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 9
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas & Electric Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Room, Separated
Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Dining Room, Living Room, Two Way
Has Fireplace
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Forced Air, Fireplace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Balcony, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Asphalt
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch - Front, See Remarks
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Parcel Number: 5841002017
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Public Records
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, BLM/National Forest, Curbs, Foothills, Golf Course, Hiking, Horse Trails, Park, Mountainous
School Information
High School District: Pasadena Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.19945100
Longitude: -118.13446300
Directions: Between Lake Ave. & N. Marengo Ave.
Zoning: LCR175
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,110
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,632 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5841002017
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 12
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 12
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Seta
List Agent Last Name: Chorbajian
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Redfin Corporation
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Susie
Buyer Agent Last Name: Park
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Kurt
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Wisner
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Co-Buyer Office Name: Compass
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
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