PASADENA- HISTORIC SAN RAFAEL- THE JOHN BACON RESIDENCE- Built in 1927 and expertly maintained and updated to reflect current living standards; This magnificent example of English Country Architecture sits as anchor to one of Pasadena's most prestigious streets! Designed by Sylvanus Marston of the noteworthy Pasadena Architectural firm of Marston, Van Pelt and Maybury, this grand 6 bedroom 7 bath home is privately enveloped by the mature landscape of its nearly one acre gate guarded setting. Dramatic interior living spaces are highlighted by expansive rooms emanating from the foyer and all possessing unique and period finishes perfectly preserving an era of architectural splendor and patina nearly impossible to reproduce. Separate formal living and dining rooms; Study with original walk-in vault; Large island kitchen re-mastered to today's conveniences with adjoining family room, butler's pantry and breakfast room; Interior laundry and service rooms; The private family quarters of the second floor contains 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a "playroom". The house is set thoughtfully in the center of the site and is accented by the mature landscape, specimen quality century old trees and beautiful pebble surface free-form swimming pool and spa! Reside in a piece of history just a short stroll over the Historic Colorado Street Bridge to Old Town Pasadena and all of the amenities of the world class city!
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
$894Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by BRAD ALEWINE•DRE #01104973• COMPASS
Bought with Cesar Navarro•DRE #01250916• RE/MAX MASTERS REALTY
*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
7
Baths
6
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
1934
Sq. Ft.
5,411
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5715010025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
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
Dec 12, 2023 • Final
Single family residential - general
Repair the basement slab according to the provided plans.
Remodel
Dec 7, 2023 • Final
Plumbing
Install a sump pump and a backup pump under the basement slab.
Plumbing
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
Uncovered Spaces: 6
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Auto Driveway Gate, Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Driveway - Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Single Door
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 8
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Grill, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Water Heater Central, Water Line to Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room, Separated
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler’s Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters, Utility sink, Walk-In Pantry
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 2
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Bathtub, Shower, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Linen Closet/Storage, Privacy toilet door, Remodeled, Separate tub and shower, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central, Zoned, Electric
Has Cooling
Room Information
Attic, Basement, Bonus Room, Den, Dressing Area, Entry, Family Room, Foyer, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Separate Family Room, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Living Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Wood, Masonry
Pool Features: Private, Filtered, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Waterfall
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Corners Established, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft, Lot Shape-Irregular, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Walkstreet, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: East
Parcel Number: 5715010025
Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Building Permit, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Telephone - On Property, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Pasadena Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.14199100
Longitude: -118.17239300
Directions: Colorado Blvd West from Old Town Pasadena to South on San Rafael Avenue
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Maintained, Paved
Zoning: PSR4
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,411
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.81 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 1934
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5715010025
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 63
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 63
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: BRAD
List Agent Last Name: ALEWINE
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: CESAR
Buyer Agent Last Name: NAVARRO
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: RE/MAX MASTERS REALTY
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
2/10
Blair High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
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