Built in 1923, this Spanish Bungalow charmer is located in Altadena. Next to the foothills with stunning views of the San Gabriel Mountains, this FIXER offers a tremendous opportunity. This 3 bedroom 1 bathroom home retains original details and charm. The sunny formal living room has an inviting fireplace and coved ceiling, large picture window and hardwood floors. Additional features include; a formal dining room with French doors leading to a porch, a spacious kitchen with a separate eat-in nook, a separate laundry room and family room downstairs. In addition, there is a two car detached garage, a patio with built in firepit, and a rear yard. The property is in close proximity to mountain hiking and biking trails, Millard Canyon, Loma Alta Park, Altadena Farmers Market, transportation, and schools. This diamond in the rough waiting for someone to come and make it their own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
6,701 sq ftLot Size
$409Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Natalie Wycoff•DRE #01755930• BHHS California Properties
Bought with Mia Cottet•DRE #01927946• Sotheby's International Realty
Lots of possibilities in this original condition home - has quality hardwood floors that can be restored. Also, windows trims and wood works around the home appear to be quality built. The layout can be easily creative with lots of spaces.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Kyo Lee
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 78 W Terrace St
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #P0-818005836
Jan 18, 2019
Sold
$700,000
$363/sq ft
Jan 11, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Dec 12, 2018
Listed
$675,000
$350/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,906 (−57.2%)
$332,813
2024
$9,136 (+0.9%)
$326,288
2023
$9,056 (+3.5%)
$492,139 + $273,408
$765,547
2022
$8,747 (+5.2%)
$482,490 + $268,048
$750,538
2021
$8,317 (+4.1%)
$473,030 + $262,793
$735,823
2020
$7,991 (+12.1%)
$463,755 + $257,641
$721,396
2019
$7,126 (+552.5%)
$459,000 + $255,000
$714,000
2018
$1,092 (+1.1%)
$14,021 + $41,731
$55,752
2017
$1,080 (+4.0%)
$13,478 + $40,111
$53,589
2016
$1,038 (+9.5%)
$13,478 + $40,111
$53,589
2015
$948 (+0.4%)
$13,214 + $39,325
$52,539
2014
$944 (+2.2%)
$12,762 + $37,977
$50,739
2012
$923 (+2.9%)
$12,705 + $37,806
$50,511
2011
$897 (+1.8%)
$12,456 + $37,065
$49,521
2010
$881 (+1.3%)
$12,212 + $36,339
$48,551
2009
$870 (+5.5%)
$12,121 + $36,068
$48,189
2008
$825
$12,150 + $36,154
$48,304
Tax history for 78 W Terrace St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,906 (−57.2%)
$332,813
2024
$9,136 (+0.9%)
$326,288
2023
$9,056 (+3.5%)
$492,139 + $273,408
$765,547
2022
$8,747 (+5.2%)
$482,490 + $268,048
$750,538
2021
$8,317 (+4.1%)
$473,030 + $262,793
$735,823
2020
$7,991 (+12.1%)
$463,755 + $257,641
$721,396
2019
$7,126 (+552.5%)
$459,000 + $255,000
$714,000
2018
$1,092 (+1.1%)
$14,021 + $41,731
$55,752
2017
$1,080 (+4.0%)
$13,478 + $40,111
$53,589
2016
$1,038 (+9.5%)
$13,478 + $40,111
$53,589
2015
$948 (+0.4%)
$13,214 + $39,325
$52,539
2014
$944 (+2.2%)
$12,762 + $37,977
$50,739
2012
$923 (+2.9%)
$12,705 + $37,806
$50,511
2011
$897 (+1.8%)
$12,456 + $37,065
$49,521
2010
$881 (+1.3%)
$12,212 + $36,339
$48,551
2009
$870 (+5.5%)
$12,121 + $36,068
$48,189
2008
$825
$12,150 + $36,154
$48,304
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,701
Year renovated
1923
Sq. Ft.
1,929
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5835002046
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Sep 6, 2022.
Jun 30, 2025 • Final
Eaton & palisades fire debris removal
Remove fire debris from the site.
Demolition
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
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Interior Features
Levels: Two
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Taped
Parcel Number: 5835002046
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Lease / Rental Details
Land Lease
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.19396600
Longitude: -118.14945400
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Directions: Cross Street: East of Fair Oaks, South of Altdena Drive;
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: LCR175
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,929
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,701 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 1923
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5835002046
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 6, 2022
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 30
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 30
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Natalie
List Agent Last Name: Wycoff
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Mia
Buyer Agent Last Name: Cottet
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty
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 • 1.3mi
2/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
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