A serene outdoor setting seamlessly blends with this charming cottage. Nestled in Pasadena's desirable San Rafael area, this two bedroom residence is sited on a large flat lot nearly 10,000 sq. ft. The home has abundant windows and light that provide a great indoor/outdoor feel. Featuring a formal living and dining room with hardwood floors, a den with walls of windows and a cute sunroom adjacent to the kitchen. A spacious rear patio provides a beautiful setting with mature trees and drought tolerant landscape. A large grass area is just beyond at the rear of the property. The tranquil setting is just minutes away from Downtown and close to Old Town.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
9,465 sq ftLot Size
$1,274Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Darling•DRE #01139302• COMPASS
Bought with Henry Plascencia•DRE #01250465• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Bought with Eugene Ridenour•DRE #01352359• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Well maintained home with original character. 2 bedrooms & a full bath down the hallway, half bath & laundry off the kitchen. Original hardwood floors throughout.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Clara Krjalian
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 525 Lakeview Rd
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #P0-315003998
Jun 12, 2015
Sold
$867,500
$758/sq ft
May 31, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 26, 2015
Listed
$839,900
$734/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 27, 1984
Sold
$135,000
$118/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,859 (+12.7%)
$850,760 + $359,091
$1,209,851
2024
$12,302 (+0.9%)
$834,079 + $352,051
$1,186,130
2023
$12,196 (+3.9%)
$817,725 + $269,170
$1,086,895
2022
$11,738 (+4.3%)
$801,692 + $263,893
$1,065,585
2021
$11,257 (+4.2%)
$785,973 + $258,719
$1,044,692
2020
$10,800 (+1,549.3%)
$770,562 + $253,647
$1,024,209
2019
$655 (−93.7%)
$762,661 + $251,047
$1,013,708
2018
$10,444 (+1.1%)
$747,707 + $186,925
$934,632
2017
$10,326 (+2.0%)
$718,674 + $179,667
$898,341
2016
$10,123 (+242.6%)
$718,674 + $179,667
$898,341
2015
$2,955 (+1.7%)
$704,583 + $176,145
$880,728
2014
$2,906 (+1.0%)
$84,497 + $143,649
$228,146
2012
$2,878 (+2.3%)
$84,116 + $143,000
$227,116
2011
$2,813 (+1.5%)
$82,467 + $140,197
$222,664
2010
$2,772 (−0.5%)
$80,850 + $137,449
$218,299
2009
$2,786 (+6.3%)
$80,246 + $136,422
$216,668
2008
$2,622
$80,437 + $136,747
$217,184
Tax history for 525 Lakeview Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,859 (+12.7%)
$850,760 + $359,091
$1,209,851
2024
$12,302 (+0.9%)
$834,079 + $352,051
$1,186,130
2023
$12,196 (+3.9%)
$817,725 + $269,170
$1,086,895
2022
$11,738 (+4.3%)
$801,692 + $263,893
$1,065,585
2021
$11,257 (+4.2%)
$785,973 + $258,719
$1,044,692
2020
$10,800 (+1,549.3%)
$770,562 + $253,647
$1,024,209
2019
$655 (−93.7%)
$762,661 + $251,047
$1,013,708
2018
$10,444 (+1.1%)
$747,707 + $186,925
$934,632
2017
$10,326 (+2.0%)
$718,674 + $179,667
$898,341
2016
$10,123 (+242.6%)
$718,674 + $179,667
$898,341
2015
$2,955 (+1.7%)
$704,583 + $176,145
$880,728
2014
$2,906 (+1.0%)
$84,497 + $143,649
$228,146
2012
$2,878 (+2.3%)
$84,116 + $143,000
$227,116
2011
$2,813 (+1.5%)
$82,467 + $140,197
$222,664
2010
$2,772 (−0.5%)
$80,850 + $137,449
$218,299
2009
$2,786 (+6.3%)
$80,246 + $136,422
$216,668
2008
$2,622
$80,437 + $136,747
$217,184
*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
3
Baths
2.25
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,465
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
1,145
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5715016015
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Apr 4, 2025.
RS-4
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
Feb 4, 2028 • Active
Building residential (1 or 2 units) - express reroof
Remove and replace asphalt composition shingles on a single-family home with an attached garage. The new roof will have a Class A fire rating.
Roofing
Sep 30, 2021 • Active
Address application
Convert an existing garage into an accessory dwelling unit and construct an addition.
ADU
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
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Flooring Information
Wood
Interior Features
Levels: One
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Property Information
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 5715016015
Attached Property
Year Built Source: Assessor
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.13172100
Longitude: -118.17591800
Directions: Cross Street: La Loma and Court Terrace; Traveling west on La Loma Road from Laguna Road make a right turn (north) on Lakeview Road.
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: PSR4
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.25
Sq. Ft.: 1,145
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 9,465 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5715016015
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Apr 4, 2025
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 35
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 35
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Michael
List Agent Last Name: Darling
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Henry
Buyer Agent Last Name: Plascencia
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Eugene
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Ridenour
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert
Co-Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert
Around this home
Schools
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
2/10
Blair High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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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
7 days above 97° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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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
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Estimated sale price
$1.39M – $1.68M
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