243 N San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

Off market aug 2024 for $5.5M

$7,653,198

•

10,731

sq ft

243 N San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

About this home

Significant architectural restoration opportunity. Private and palatial 1930 French Norman Estate designed by Marston & Maybury, 10,731+ sqft residence, strikingly elevated on a 2.1 acre promontory above Annandale Golf Club and accessed via long, ascending gated drive from North San Rafael Avenue. A true grandeur of yesteryear - spanning three main levels, with notable four story conical-roofed tower and separate garage wing with chauffeur residence. Opulent public reception, with Great Room and Solarium spaces providing space for regal entertaining. Commercial sized kitchen, adjacent staff quarters and laundry. Additionally; office study, library and large nursery room. Total bedrooms, 9. Total bathrooms, 10. Terraces, broad great lawn, swimmers pool, large motor court, wine cellar, workshop, safe room and cascading water fountain, to highlight a few. Masterfully crafted in 1930 with the finest materials, finishes and details - with most elements in their original, archived condition.

Single-familyProperty Type

1930Year Built

2.1 acresLot Size

$713Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by George Penner •DRE #01394929 • COMPASS

Bought with Archie Robb •DRE #02002291 • Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge

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•Source:CRMLS #P1-17671

Redfin Estimate

$7,653,198

$2.2M since sold in August 2024$337K since October

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This home's estimate is 3% higher than the average sale price ($7.43M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$11,000,000
A
6 beds8 baths10,918 sq ft
262 S San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
SOLD APR 15, 2026
$4,500,000
B
5 beds8 baths6,182 sq ft
200 Fern Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105
SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$9,500,000
C
5 beds6 baths6,946 sq ft
521 Bradford St, Pasadena, CA 91105
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$3,720,000
D
4 beds4 baths3,535 sq ft
201 La Vereda Rd, Pasadena, CA 91105
COMPASS
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$6,875,000
E
5 beds5 baths5,091 sq ft
380 S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$9,000,000
F
6 beds11 baths17,329 sq ft
380 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105
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Market trends in 91105, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

101.1%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$127K MoM

Avg. days on market

57d

7 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Sale history for 243 N San Rafael Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$63,770 (+869.2%)

$3,672,000 + $1,927,800

$5,599,800

2024

$6,580 (+1.0%)

$3,600,000 + $1,890,000

$5,490,000

2023

$6,518 (+3.3%)

$188,664 + $239,851

$428,515

2022

$6,311 (+4.9%)

$184,965 + $235,149

$420,114

2021

$6,017 (+3.3%)

$181,339 + $230,539

$411,878

2020

$5,823 (−0.1%)

$177,784 + $226,019

$403,803

2019

$5,832 (+1.5%)

$175,962 + $223,702

$399,664

2018

$5,746 (+1.4%)

$172,512 + $219,316

$391,828

2017

$5,665 (+4.2%)

$165,814 + $210,800

$376,614

2016

$5,435 (+1.1%)

$165,814 + $210,800

$376,614

2015

$5,374 (+0.8%)

$162,563 + $206,667

$369,230

2014

$5,333 (+1.0%)

$156,986 + $199,576

$356,562

2012

$5,280 (+2.6%)

$156,277 + $198,675

$354,952

2011

$5,145 (+1.2%)

$153,213 + $194,780

$347,993

2010

$5,083 (−0.1%)

$150,209 + $190,961

$341,170

2009

$5,091 (+9.1%)

$149,087 + $189,534

$338,621

2008

$4,667

$149,442 + $189,985

$339,427

Tax history for 243 N San Rafael Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$63,770 (+869.2%)

$3,672,000 + $1,927,800

$5,599,800

2024

$6,580 (+1.0%)

$3,600,000 + $1,890,000

$5,490,000

2023

$6,518 (+3.3%)

$188,664 + $239,851

$428,515

2022

$6,311 (+4.9%)

$184,965 + $235,149

$420,114

2021

$6,017 (+3.3%)

$181,339 + $230,539

$411,878

2020

$5,823 (−0.1%)

$177,784 + $226,019

$403,803

2019

$5,832 (+1.5%)

$175,962 + $223,702

$399,664

2018

$5,746 (+1.4%)

$172,512 + $219,316

$391,828

2017

$5,665 (+4.2%)

$165,814 + $210,800

$376,614

2016

$5,435 (+1.1%)

$165,814 + $210,800

$376,614

2015

$5,374 (+0.8%)

$162,563 + $206,667

$369,230

2014

$5,333 (+1.0%)

$156,986 + $199,576

$356,562

2012

$5,280 (+2.6%)

$156,277 + $198,675

$354,952

2011

$5,145 (+1.2%)

$153,213 + $194,780

$347,993

2010

$5,083 (−0.1%)

$150,209 + $190,961

$341,170

2009

$5,091 (+9.1%)

$149,087 + $189,534

$338,621

2008

$4,667

$149,442 + $189,985

$339,427

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.12 Acres

Year renovated

1930

Sq. Ft.

9,051

Year built

1930

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Los Angeles County

APN

5708020011

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.

RS-2

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

Nov 25, 2027 • Active

Single family residential - pool

Add a hot tub to an existing swimming pool. Install a new pool safety fence.

Pool and hot tub

Oct 7, 2027 • Active

Single family residential - foundation bolting

Perform a seismic retrofit on the building according to standard city details.

Remodel

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
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Garage - Three Door, Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range/Stove Hood, Refrigerator
Has Appliances

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 7
# of Baths (1/2): 3

Room Information
Entry, Primary Suite, Kitchen, Workshop, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar, Utility Room, Office, Living Room, Library, Guest/Maid's Quarters

Fireplace Information
Living Room, See Remarks
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Tile, Wood

Interior Features
Levels: Three Or More
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: Security System

Exterior

Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Fencing: Chain Link, Wrought Iron
Has Fence

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Brick
Has Patio
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers

Lot Information
Additional Parcels Description: 5708-020-011 and 5708-020-004
Additional Parcels
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Landscaped, Sprinkler System

Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Living Area Source: Taped
Parcel Number: 5708020011
Property Condition: Repairs Major
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Paid
Water Source: District/Public

Location

Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Street Lighting

Location Information
Latitude: 34.14784800
Longitude: -118.17341600
Directions: Please look for the George Penner / For Sale sign at the gated long driveway on North San Rafael. Navigation is sometimes incorrect leading to Chateau Drive but the entrance is on North San Rafael.

Public facts

Beds: 9
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 9,051
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1930
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5708020011

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 48
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 48

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: George
List Agent Last Name: Penner

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Archie
Buyer Agent Last Name: Robb

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge

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K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Madison Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi

2/10

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi

4/10

John Muir High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

4/10 Fire Factor

2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

6/10 Air Factor

11 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$7.27M – $8.80M

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Home values near 243 N San Rafael Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
265 North San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3675 Sq. Ft.	$4,460,014
184 North San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1814 Sq. Ft.	$1,916,185
1199 Chateau Rd, Pasadena, CA 8 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 9861 Sq. Ft.	$8,285,279
1200 Chateau Rd, Pasadena, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2300 Sq. Ft.	$2,220,639
1230 Chateau Rd, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2514 Sq. Ft.	$2,718,264
1140 Chateau Rd, Pasadena, CA 4 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5995 Sq. Ft.	$6,505,504
125 Belday Dr, Pasadena, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2793 Sq. Ft.	$2,845,901

Address	Redfin Estimate
295 North San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 8 Beds \| 7.5 Baths \| 11229 Sq. Ft.	$14,448,478
250 North San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3410 Sq. Ft.	$2,886,968
1105 Chateau Rd, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4320 Sq. Ft.	$4,428,584
1220 Chateau Rd, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3191 Sq. Ft.	$3,168,868
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