It is a golden and rare opportunity when a private hillside compound in the highly desirable Linda Vista neighborhood comes on the market. 1820 Braemar Road is indeed that. This well maintained single-level mid-century California Architectural home features expansive walls of glass, clean lines, and a wide-open floor plan integrating the relationship between indoor and outdoor living. Perched above the Rose Bowl, it sits on over one half of an acre. The grand open concept center planned area boasts soaring geometric ceilings and clerestory windows that pull the San Gabriel mountains in doors. Off the main gathering area is a bedroom with private patio, a rose garden and fountain. Could easily be converted to a home theater. Two independent en-suite masters occupy the north wing of the structure. A private exit takes you to an attached but stand-alone home gym. The kitchen and fourth bedroom are located on the southward facing plane of the structure. The fourth bedroom is en-suite as well and could be used as home office or den. The expansive outdoor patios wrap around the property and astound you with nearly 220 * views. This magical home features your own private drought resistant botanical garden and potting table/work station. The property features dozens of species of floras, trees, roses and succulents. Other important features include :: giant kitchen with built-ins, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Corian counter tops. 2 separate bar areas for work or eating, motorized remote shade/window treatments throughout and a decorative fireplace. The property features an attached 2 car garage in addition to having parking for at least 3 other vehicles (5+ spaces in total). Secluded and private, this home marries its indoor spaces to the outdoors, making it extremely livable and exclusive - all within close proximity to downtown Pasadena. Breathtaking vistas of mountain ranges, city lights and golf course from every room.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$1,086Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michael J. Humenuik•DRE #01744710• eXp Realty of California Inc
*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
2
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
2,809
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5704015001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
RS-2
HD
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.
Zone overlays
Hillside Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Jul 7, 2026 • Active
Mechanical permit - express
Replace the existing heating and air conditioning system.
HVAC
Jun 26, 2026 • Final
Single family residential - remodel
Perform a kitchen remodel with like-for-like replacements. No structural work is included.
Kitchen
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
Garage
Private Garage, 2 Car Garage, Garage Is Attached, Parking for Guests, Driveway - Concrete
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 5
# of Covered Parking Spaces: 2
# of Open Other Spaces: 3
Interior
Bedroom Information
2 Master Bedrooms, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
2 Master Baths
Kitchen Information
Cooktop - Gas, Oven-Gas
Counter Top, Open to Family Room
Laundry Information
Laundry in Kitchen
Additional Rooms
Breakfast Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Kitchen
Den
Den/Office, Formal Entry Room, Great Room, Guest-Maids Quarters, Gym, Master Bedroom, Two Masters, Study/Office
Maids Room
Interior Features
Built-Ins, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Open Floor Plan
Foyer
Fireplace Information
Decorative
# of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring Information
Wood Floors, Vinyl Floors, Stone Floors, Tile Floors
Directions: Linda Vista to Inverness, to Devon, to Braemar
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,809
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5704015001
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash To New Loan
Co Selling Agent Information
First Name: Lisa
Last Name: Zastrow
License #: 01780670
Around this home
Schools
Washington Accelerated Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
John Muir High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
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