Situated on a quiet tree lined Cul-de-sac in the desirable Christmas Tree Lane neighborhood of historic Altadena. This fully remodeled 1950's mid-century Home offers 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths and sits on a large 10,000+ SF Lot. Spacious light and bright Living Room with brick fireplace, new floors and recessed lighting. New custom Kitchen with Pantry, new Cabinets, Counters and stainless steel Appliances. Adjacent Dining Room overlooks the spacious backyard and opens to Living Room. Just passed the Kitchen you will find the ample Family Room with backyard access. Perfect place to gather with family and friends. Master Bedroom with private Bath. Central A/C. Spacious grassy backyard with several trees and concrete patio area. Attached 2 car Garage with long wide driveway. Conveniently located close to schools, JPL, parks and hiking trails. This is a must see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
10,362 sq ftLot Size
$716Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Montserrat Osorio•DRE #01920413• Strategic Realty, Inc.
Bought with Shel Downing•DRE #01430349• Keller Williams Realty
Mid century ranch style home on a cul de sac street. Updated throughout and move in ready.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Michael Drylie
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 521 Colman St
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #SR16181327
Oct 7, 2016
Sold
$825,000
$436/sq ft
Oct 4, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 19, 2016
Contingent
—
Aug 17, 2016
Listed
$819,900
$434/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1989
Sold
$299,500
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 27, 1989
Sold
$236,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 1983
Sold
$117,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,454 (+4.4%)
$658,543 + $318,083
$976,626
2024
$10,969 (+0.9%)
$645,631 + $311,847
$957,478
2023
$10,873 (+3.6%)
$632,972 + $305,733
$938,705
2022
$10,497 (+5.2%)
$620,561 + $299,739
$920,300
2021
$9,979 (+4.1%)
$608,394 + $293,862
$902,256
2020
$9,582 (−0.2%)
$596,465 + $288,100
$884,565
2019
$9,603 (−1.5%)
$590,349 + $285,146
$875,495
2018
$9,750 (+1.0%)
$578,774 + $279,555
$858,329
2017
$9,652 (+126.6%)
$556,300 + $268,700
$825,000
2016
$4,260 (+1.3%)
$556,300 + $268,700
$825,000
2015
$4,206 (+2.1%)
$254,406 + $211,048
$465,454
2014
$4,119 (+0.4%)
$245,677 + $203,806
$449,483
2012
$4,104 (+2.4%)
$244,567 + $202,885
$447,452
2011
$4,008 (+1.3%)
$239,772 + $198,907
$438,679
2010
$3,956 (−0.8%)
$235,071 + $195,007
$430,078
2009
$3,987 (+6.0%)
$233,315 + $193,550
$426,865
2008
$3,760
$233,870 + $194,010
$427,880
Tax history for 521 Colman St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,454 (+4.4%)
$658,543 + $318,083
$976,626
2024
$10,969 (+0.9%)
$645,631 + $311,847
$957,478
2023
$10,873 (+3.6%)
$632,972 + $305,733
$938,705
2022
$10,497 (+5.2%)
$620,561 + $299,739
$920,300
2021
$9,979 (+4.1%)
$608,394 + $293,862
$902,256
2020
$9,582 (−0.2%)
$596,465 + $288,100
$884,565
2019
$9,603 (−1.5%)
$590,349 + $285,146
$875,495
2018
$9,750 (+1.0%)
$578,774 + $279,555
$858,329
2017
$9,652 (+126.6%)
$556,300 + $268,700
$825,000
2016
$4,260 (+1.3%)
$556,300 + $268,700
$825,000
2015
$4,206 (+2.1%)
$254,406 + $211,048
$465,454
2014
$4,119 (+0.4%)
$245,677 + $203,806
$449,483
2012
$4,104 (+2.4%)
$244,567 + $202,885
$447,452
2011
$4,008 (+1.3%)
$239,772 + $198,907
$438,679
2010
$3,956 (−0.8%)
$235,071 + $195,007
$430,078
2009
$3,987 (+6.0%)
$233,315 + $193,550
$426,865
2008
$3,760
$233,870 + $194,010
$427,880
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,336 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
1,891
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5839006020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Dec 21, 2021 • Final
Road excavation
Grading
Apr 6, 2021 • Final
Roof mount residential solar
Electrical
Solar
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
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - Concrete, Garage - Front Entry, Garage
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room, See Remarks
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Entry, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Decorative, Living Room, See Remarks
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Laminated, See Remarks, Carpet
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Glass Door(s)
Entry Location: Ground Level With Steps
Ceiling Fan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
Levels: One
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector, Wired for Alarm System
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Exterior Information
Fencing: Blockwall, See Remarks, Wrought Iron
Has Fence
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Porch - Rear, Patio
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Sprinkler System, Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Parcel Number: 5839006020
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: 220V Throughout
Sewer: Sewer or Septic - Unknown
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Foothills
School Information
High School District: Pasadena Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.18541300
Longitude: -118.13951900
Directions: Cross Streets: Santa Anita Ave.
Zoning: LCR110
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,891
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,336 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5839006020
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: All staging furniture.
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 33
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 33
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Montserrat
List Agent Last Name: Osorio
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Strategic Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Shel
Buyer Agent Last Name: Downing
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
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