This gracious 5 BR/5BA, Cape Cod-style home situated on a quiet street adjacent to Pasadena's Millionaire's Row. Originally built in 1940 offering 3,254 sq ft of interior space was completely remodeled in 2008. A sun-filled Living Room w/ original architectural fireplace, wood floors, Plantation shutters and large windows with a window surround Sun Room that opens to a private expansive deck. The formal Dining Room flows into a gourmet Kitchen w/ new Quartz counter tops, custom cabinetry and Bertazzoni range. A Master Bedroom and 2 additional bedrooms with a large Full Bath and Powder Room complete the first floor. The second floor is designed w/ extra high A-framed ceilings that create a bright lofty feel. Two additional Master Bedrooms upstairs. One w/ spa bathroom and large walk-in closet and the other currently being used as a large Family/Game Room w/ wet bar and balcony overlooking the rear yard. A sparkling pool and spa completes the large flat yard as the perfect outdoor space to enjoy! Detached 2 car garage w/ additional storage and driveway gate. New IPE wood deck, Hardie Plank siding, crown moulding, interior paint, exterior stucco and more. Close to South Pasadena, Orange Grove Old Town Pasadena and freeways.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
8,850 sq ftLot Size
$812Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Colette Dornblum•DRE #01952165• COMPASS
Bought with Tom Chang•DRE #01874367• Ashby & Graff
Located on a quiet street in one of Pasadena's most sough-after neighborhoods, this charming 1940s Cape Cod-style home was enlarged & completely renovated in 2008 to create the perfect family home. Featuring 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths in almost 3,300 SF, this home can accommodate an evening of formal entertaining or a slumber party with ease. Classic details such as hardwood floors, crown mouldings & plantation shutters reflect the craftsmanship of a bygone era, while the gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets & stainless appliances including a Bertazzoni range and luxurious baths have been designed to meet modern day needs. Three bedrooms & 2.5 baths, including a main-floor master suite, complete the 1st floor. Upstairs, there are 2 additional master suites, one of which features a wet bar & balcony and is currently being used as a home office & family room. The rear deck leads to a large lawn and the sparkling swimming pool & spa. There's also a 2 car garage with attic storage. Conveniently located off South Orange Grove Blvd between Westridge School & South Pasadena, the location's proximity to Old Town, the Arroyo, and the freeways is unparalleled. Welcome home!
CRMLS #P0-12169614
Oct 23, 2012
Listed
$1,695,000
$521/sq ft
CRMLS #P0-22010663
Oct 21, 2002
Listed
$1,098,000
$337/sq ft
CRMLS #P0-22007412
Aug 19, 2002
Listed
$1,098,000
$337/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 2002
Sold
$990,000
$304/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 13, 2001
Sold
$770,000
$237/sq ft
Public Records
May 27, 1999
Sold
$550,000
$169/sq ft
Public Records
May 6, 1999
Sold
$323,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,344 (+5.1%)
$1,387,606 + $489,327
$1,876,933
2024
$20,310 (+0.8%)
$1,360,399 + $479,733
$1,840,132
2023
$20,140 (+3.6%)
$1,333,725 + $470,327
$1,804,052
2022
$19,435 (+3.9%)
$1,307,574 + $461,105
$1,768,679
2021
$18,707 (+3.7%)
$1,281,936 + $452,064
$1,734,000
2020
$18,046 (−0.3%)
$1,256,800 + $443,200
$1,700,000
2019
$18,099 (−2.1%)
$1,157,141 + $535,484
$1,692,625
2018
$18,497 (+1.1%)
$1,134,452 + $524,985
$1,659,437
2017
$18,302 (+40.7%)
$1,090,400 + $504,600
$1,595,000
2016
$13,004 (+1.1%)
$1,090,400 + $504,600
$1,595,000
2015
$12,862 (+2.2%)
$865,471 + $265,218
$1,130,689
2014
$12,584 (+1.0%)
$835,773 + $256,118
$1,091,891
2012
$12,455 (+2.4%)
$831,996 + $254,961
$1,086,957
2011
$12,168 (+5.1%)
$815,683 + $249,962
$1,065,645
2010
$11,579 (−0.9%)
$799,690 + $245,061
$1,044,751
2009
$11,689 (−2.0%)
$793,714 + $207,230
$1,000,944
2008
$11,924
$795,600 + $207,723
$1,003,323
Tax history for 1240 Brookmere Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,344 (+5.1%)
$1,387,606 + $489,327
$1,876,933
2024
$20,310 (+0.8%)
$1,360,399 + $479,733
$1,840,132
2023
$20,140 (+3.6%)
$1,333,725 + $470,327
$1,804,052
2022
$19,435 (+3.9%)
$1,307,574 + $461,105
$1,768,679
2021
$18,707 (+3.7%)
$1,281,936 + $452,064
$1,734,000
2020
$18,046 (−0.3%)
$1,256,800 + $443,200
$1,700,000
2019
$18,099 (−2.1%)
$1,157,141 + $535,484
$1,692,625
2018
$18,497 (+1.1%)
$1,134,452 + $524,985
$1,659,437
2017
$18,302 (+40.7%)
$1,090,400 + $504,600
$1,595,000
2016
$13,004 (+1.1%)
$1,090,400 + $504,600
$1,595,000
2015
$12,862 (+2.2%)
$865,471 + $265,218
$1,130,689
2014
$12,584 (+1.0%)
$835,773 + $256,118
$1,091,891
2012
$12,455 (+2.4%)
$831,996 + $254,961
$1,086,957
2011
$12,168 (+5.1%)
$815,683 + $249,962
$1,065,645
2010
$11,579 (−0.9%)
$799,690 + $245,061
$1,044,751
2009
$11,689 (−2.0%)
$793,714 + $207,230
$1,000,944
2008
$11,924
$795,600 + $207,723
$1,003,323
*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
5
Baths
5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,853 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
3,254
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5317004018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.
RS-4
Single-Family Residential District
The purposes of the RS zoning districts are to: Provide appropriately located areas for single-family residential neighborhoods that are consistent with and implement the Single-Family Residential land use designation of the General Plan, and that are consistent with the standards of public health and safety established by this Zoning Code; and Ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open space for each dwelling, and protect residents from the harmful effects of excessive noise, population density, traffic congestion, and other adverse environmental effects. The designation of property in the RS zoning district shall include the Zoning Map showing a numerical suffix to the RS map symbol (e.g., RS-2) which shall note the maximum number of dwelling units allowed per acre of site area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
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Roofing
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Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas & Electric Range, Range/Stove Hood
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar
Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Remodeled, Shower in Tub, Tile Counters, Vanity area
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Family Room, Formal Entry, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room, Sun, Two Primaries, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
French Doors
Entry Location: Main Level
Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Crown Moldings, Wet Bar
Levels: Two
Spa Features: Heated
Has Spa
Window Features: Plantation Shutters
Exterior
Exterior Information
Fencing: Blockwall, Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Hardee Plank, Stucco
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch - Front
Has Patio
Pool Features: In Ground, Waterfall
Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaped
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: West
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 5317004018
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.12460000
Longitude: -118.15635900
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable - 1007242
Directions: Cross Street: State Street and Columbia;
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: PSR4
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,254
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,853 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5317004018
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: No dishwasher present
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 119
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 119
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Colette
List Agent Last Name: Dornblum
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Tom
Buyer Agent Last Name: Chang
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Ashby & Graff
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Schools
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
2/10
Blair High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
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