Love to garden? Energy conscious? From the inviting front porch to the lush backyard with more than 18 fruit trees and a secure chicken coop/dog kennel, this Altadena Mid-Century Cottage features original 1950 detailing: hardwood and cork floors, beamed ceilings and a gas/wood burning fireplace. Modern upgrades and energy efficient features include newer thermal roof, 8-panel solar panel heating system, copper plumbing and updated electrical. This charming home, on the market for the first time in 40 years, includes two bedrooms, one full bath, living room, kitchen and office/study in 1,044 square feet of living space on a 6,703 square foot lot, walking distance to transit, the Coffee Gallery, and the Shops on Lake Avenue. Lovingly maintained, this sweet home is ready for your personal touch!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,703 sq ftLot Size
$803Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Meredith McKenzie•DRE #01142186• Deasy Penner Podley
Bought with Larry Min•DRE #01782954• RIGHT MOVE REALTY
Love to garden? Energy conscious? From the inviting front porch to the lush backyard with more than 18 fruit trees and a secure chicken coop/dog kennel, this Altadena Mid-Century Cottage features original 1950 detailing: hardwood and cork floors, beamed ceilings and a gas/wood burning fireplace. Modern upgrades and energy efficient features include newer thermal roof, 8-panel solar panel heating system, copper plumbing and updated electrical.This charming home, on the market for the first time in 40 years, includes two bedrooms, one full bath, living room, kitchen and office/study in 1,044 square feet of living space on a 6,703 square foot lot, walking distance to transit, the Coffee Gallery, and the Shops on Lake Avenue. Lovingly maintained, this sweet home is ready for your personal touch!
Public Records
Mar 15, 1977
Sold
$38,500
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,952 (−7.9%)
$477,304 + $131,255
$608,559
2024
$7,549 (+0.9%)
$467,946 + $128,682
$596,628
2023
$7,483 (+3.6%)
$509,745 + $127,433
$637,178
2022
$7,226 (+5.0%)
$499,750 + $124,935
$624,685
2021
$6,885 (+4.1%)
$489,951 + $122,486
$612,437
2020
$6,614 (−0.2%)
$480,345 + $120,085
$600,430
2019
$6,629 (−1.2%)
$475,420 + $118,854
$594,274
2018
$6,711 (+497.6%)
$466,099 + $116,524
$582,623
2017
$1,123 (+3.3%)
$22,666 + $50,140
$72,806
2016
$1,087 (+1.2%)
$22,666 + $50,140
$72,806
2015
$1,074 (+0.7%)
$22,222 + $49,157
$71,379
2014
$1,067 (+2.0%)
$21,461 + $47,471
$68,932
2012
$1,046 (+2.8%)
$21,365 + $47,257
$68,622
2011
$1,017 (+1.8%)
$20,947 + $46,331
$67,278
2010
$1,000 (+0.3%)
$20,537 + $45,423
$65,960
2009
$996 (+5.8%)
$20,384 + $45,084
$65,468
2008
$942
$20,433 + $45,192
$65,625
Tax history for 737 Colman St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,952 (−7.9%)
$477,304 + $131,255
$608,559
2024
$7,549 (+0.9%)
$467,946 + $128,682
$596,628
2023
$7,483 (+3.6%)
$509,745 + $127,433
$637,178
2022
$7,226 (+5.0%)
$499,750 + $124,935
$624,685
2021
$6,885 (+4.1%)
$489,951 + $122,486
$612,437
2020
$6,614 (−0.2%)
$480,345 + $120,085
$600,430
2019
$6,629 (−1.2%)
$475,420 + $118,854
$594,274
2018
$6,711 (+497.6%)
$466,099 + $116,524
$582,623
2017
$1,123 (+3.3%)
$22,666 + $50,140
$72,806
2016
$1,087 (+1.2%)
$22,666 + $50,140
$72,806
2015
$1,074 (+0.7%)
$22,222 + $49,157
$71,379
2014
$1,067 (+2.0%)
$21,461 + $47,471
$68,932
2012
$1,046 (+2.8%)
$21,365 + $47,257
$68,622
2011
$1,017 (+1.8%)
$20,947 + $46,331
$67,278
2010
$1,000 (+0.3%)
$20,537 + $45,423
$65,960
2009
$996 (+5.8%)
$20,384 + $45,084
$65,468
2008
$942
$20,433 + $45,192
$65,625
*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
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,718 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
1,044
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5839009009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
R-2
Two-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-Other
Infrastructure-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage - Single Door, Parking Space
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Stackable
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Electric Stove, Electric Oven
Has Appliances
Area
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Living Room
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Stone, Wood
Heating Information
Electric, Floor Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector
Window Features: Shutters
Exterior
Exterior Information
Roof: Other
Other Structures: Shed
Fencing: Chain Link, Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Kennel
Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open, Porch
Has Patio
Green Property Infomration
Water Conservation: Landscaping
Sustainability: Renewable Materials
Location: Transportation, Walkability
Energy Generation: Solar
Energy Efficient: Electrical/Lighting, Roofing
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Paved, Sprinklers None, Yard
Property Information
Accessibility Features: Other - See Remarks
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 5839009009
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.18389400
Longitude: -118.13510300
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Directions: Cross Street: El Molino Avenue;
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: LCR2YY
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,044
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,718 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5839009009
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 8, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 32
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 32
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Meredith
List Agent Last Name: McKenzie
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Deasy Penner Podley
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: LARRY
Buyer Agent Last Name: MIN
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: RIGHT MOVE REALTY
Around this home
Schools
Altadena Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
5/10
Eliot Arts Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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
6/10 Fire Factor
14% 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
$797,000 – $964,000
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