Listed by Michael Bell•DRE #01164731• Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Contact: michael.bell@sothebyshomes.com
For sale
$2,150,000
Est. $14,531/mo —
3
bd
•
2.5 ba
•
2,667
sq ft
579 Laguna Rd, Pasadena, CA 91105
About this home
Tucked away in Pasadena's San Rafael Hills, this distinctive California Swiss Chalet, designed by architect Paul Roy Grynick, is offered for the first time since it was built in 1975. With approximately 2,667 square feet on a 12,926 square foot lot, the 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence presents a rare opportunity to reimagine a unique home with architectural character. The main level features an open floor plan highlighted by dramatic exposed beam and wood ceilings, expansive windows, and abundant natural light. The living room, dining area, family room with fireplace, kitchen, and all 3 bedrooms are located on this level, with the living spaces opening to expansive covered decking that extends the home outdoors and provides wonderful space for entertaining, along with fruit trees on the rear hillside. The lower level offers a large multifunctional bonus room with a corner fireplace, ideal for a game room, home office, fitness room, art studio, or additional living space. An attached 2-car garage plus carport and generous driveway provide ample off-street parking. With its distinctive architecture, functional floor plan, generous lot, and peaceful setting, this is a rare opportunity to create something truly special, just minutes from Pasadena's dining, shopping, recreation, and entertainment.
Annandale, located between the Arroyo Seco and the San Rafael Hills, is a residential and hillside Pasadena neighborhood with winding streets and canyon views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Annandale Golf Club entrance on Chevy Chase Drive, where a quiet, landscaped corridor sets a measured pace. Mid-century ranch homes and traditional cottages sit behind mature trees, with occasional modern rebuilds tucked into the slopes. Trailheads and open-space edges shape daily routines more than storefront blocks. The nearby Rose Bowl loop and Brookside Park add a broad, outdoor backdrop. Evenings feel calm, with most activity flowing toward Old Pasadena for dining and culture.
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Offer insights
579 Laguna Rd · $2,150,000
$2.14M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.14M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
47 days
The average home goes pending in 45 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.9%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Balcony
Built-ins
Unfurnished
Living room balcony
High ceilings (9 feet+)
Storage space
Open floor plan
Sliding glass door(s)
Carbon monoxide detector(s)
Smoke detector
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom
Primary suite
Primary bathroom
Walk-in closet
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Double sinks in primary bath
Walk-in shower
Shower in tub
Bathtub
Separate shower
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Double oven
Range/stove hood
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Water line to refrigerator
Tile counters
Formal dining room
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry in a dedicated room
Water heater unit
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central cooling
Central furnace heating
Exterior features
Landscaped yard with garden and sprinklers
Back yard
Terrace
Wood deck
Patio
Has patio
Has fence
Has view
Home design
House
Two stories
Entry level: 1
Stucco exterior
Tile roof
No accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
Property condition: cosmetic repairs needed
Parking
Attached garage (front entry)
Detached carport attached
Driveway parking
3 total parking spaces (2 garage spaces, 1 carport space)
Direct garage access
Security
Carbon monoxide detector(s)
Smoke detector
Construction
Stucco construction
Tile roof
Year built source: Assessor
Utilities
Public sewer
District/Public water
Natural gas connected
Electricity connected
Sewer connected
Water connected
Cable available
Telephone available (in street)
HOA & community
Neighborhood features include gutters, hiking access, and a suburban setting
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
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
Mar 12, 2014 • Final
Single family residential - general
Replace the wood railing and decking on an existing balcony.
Remodel
Nov 20, 2013 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new heating and air conditioning split system that is not visible from the street.
HVAC
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.
Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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, 19 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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Historical weather
Pasadena, CA • 91105
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pasadena. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
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JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 579 Laguna Rd
$2,162,717
$13K over list price of $2.15M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $2.8M.