This beautiful Bungalow, built in 1905, is set on a professionally landscaped garden lot and sheltered by mature trees and hedges. Its open floor plan features two bedrooms, one and three-quarter tastefully remodeled baths, dining room, spacious living room and a multitude of windows and glass doors that flow out to the patio and gardens. The chef's kitchen, complete with breakfast bar, offers stone counters, stainless appliances and ample cabinetry. The gracious master suite has a walk-in closet, laundry area and French doors. Additional amenities include hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, central heat & air, copper plumbing, updated electrical and paving stone driveway, plus authentic period detailing throughout. In the rear, paths meander through the park-like yard and lead to a stunning series of spaces with a fire pit, deck, spa and seating areas. Here is a wonderful opportunity to own a turnkey, private retreat in one of Altadena's favorite neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$777Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Steve Haussler•DRE #00840777• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Veronica Paglia•DRE #00926931• COMPASS
Stunningly beautiful Altadena Cottage with vaulted ceilings situated on a large lot with mature fruit and flowering trees. Extensive remodeling and upgrades make this home an extraordinary representation of old meets new. Some upgrades include: Newer front porch, back yard deck, remodeled kitchen, baths, insulation, copper plumbing, electrical, water heater, wrought iron fence, storage shed and much more!
Public Records
May 7, 2004
Sold
$495,000
$395/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 16, 1985
Sold
$105,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 17, 1981
Sold
$85,000
$68/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,817 (−9.9%)
$507,970
2024
$6,454 (+0.9%)
$507,970
2023
$6,394 (+3.6%)
$407,254 + $132,801
$540,055
2022
$6,173 (−50.4%)
$399,269 + $130,198
$529,467
2021
$12,451 (+40.8%)
$684,930 + $456,960
$1,141,890
2020
$8,844 (+3.8%)
$671,500 + $448,000
$1,119,500
2019
$8,522 (−4.0%)
$645,851 + $161,458
$807,309
2018
$8,876 (+17.1%)
$606,000 + $153,000
$759,000
2017
$7,580 (+13.6%)
$508,000 + $128,000
$636,000
2016
$6,672 (+17.0%)
$508,000 + $128,000
$636,000
2015
$5,705 (+0.1%)
$444,300 + $111,700
$556,000
2014
$5,697 (+27.5%)
$374,000 + $94,000
$468,000
2012
$4,469 (+0.6%)
$339,000 + $85,000
$424,000
2011
$4,444 (+0.9%)
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
2010
$4,404 (−0.5%)
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
2009
$4,424 (−42.4%)
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
2008
$7,687
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
Tax history for 565 Athens St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,817 (−9.9%)
$507,970
2024
$6,454 (+0.9%)
$507,970
2023
$6,394 (+3.6%)
$407,254 + $132,801
$540,055
2022
$6,173 (−50.4%)
$399,269 + $130,198
$529,467
2021
$12,451 (+40.8%)
$684,930 + $456,960
$1,141,890
2020
$8,844 (+3.8%)
$671,500 + $448,000
$1,119,500
2019
$8,522 (−4.0%)
$645,851 + $161,458
$807,309
2018
$8,876 (+17.1%)
$606,000 + $153,000
$759,000
2017
$7,580 (+13.6%)
$508,000 + $128,000
$636,000
2016
$6,672 (+17.0%)
$508,000 + $128,000
$636,000
2015
$5,705 (+0.1%)
$444,300 + $111,700
$556,000
2014
$5,697 (+27.5%)
$374,000 + $94,000
$468,000
2012
$4,469 (+0.6%)
$339,000 + $85,000
$424,000
2011
$4,444 (+0.9%)
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
2010
$4,404 (−0.5%)
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
2009
$4,424 (−42.4%)
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
2008
$7,687
$283,100 + $70,800
$353,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1915
Sq. Ft.
1,164
Year built
1905
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5841004025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 23, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Closet
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Oven
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Room
Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Remodeled, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
French Doors
High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Open Floor Plan, Stone Counters
Levels: One
Spa Features: Above Ground
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Other Structures: Shed, Storage Building
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Porch - Front, Wood
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Slope, Lawn, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Park Nearby, Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Parcel Number: 5841004025
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Foothills
School Information
High School District: Pasadena Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.19780000
Longitude: -118.13343300
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Directions: East of Santa Anita Ave., north of Altadena Drive
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,164
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: 1915
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5841004025
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Washer & Dryer
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 4
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 4
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Steve
List Agent Last Name: Haussler
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Veronica
Buyer Agent Last Name: Paglia
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: COMPASS
Around this home
Schools
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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
7/10 Fire Factor
27% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 95° expected this year, 11 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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Estimated sale price
$925,000 – $1.12M
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