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Off market oct 2023 for $990K

$1,188,273

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,759/mo

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1,329

sq ft

821 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 91104

About this home

* THIS IS NOT A STANDARD SALE * Behold the charm of this stunning remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom haven nestled in the sought-after Normandie Heights - Bungalow Heaven neighborhood of Pasadena. At over 1,320 square feet, this meticulously redesigned residence exudes opulence at every corner. Prepare to be awed as you enter, discovering a chef's dream kitchen, purposefully designed to elevate your culinary experiences. Your guest or family will enjoy the generously sized second bedroom welcoming for an extended stay. Bask in the abundant natural light, casting a warm glow on the exquisite architectural lines that define this dwelling. The open floor plan seamlessly connects each room, effortlessly enhancing the flow and functionality of the space. This home was tailor-made for entertaining, with ample living area space that invites memorable gatherings around the fireplace. Outside, a sprawling, level backyard beckons for leisure and recreation, complete with a 2-car garage and storage shed. Check in with the city for additional options there! Don't let this "propertunity" of a lifetime slip through your grasp. Priced to Sell!

Single-familyProperty Type

1934Year Built

6,833 sq ftLot Size

$894Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Erica Jones •DRE #01870233 • eXp Realty of California Inc

•310-402-9411 (agent)

•info@modernluxuryre.com (agent)

Bought with IRIS SUK-YI LAM •DRE #01221911 • Century 21 Masters

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•Source:TheMLS #23-312969

Redfin Estimate

$1,188,273

$198K since sold in October 2023$45K since September

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D
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E
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F
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Last updated September 2026

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Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.9%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$46K MoM

Avg. days on market

36d

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Sale history for 821 E Rio Grande St

Date

Event

Price

TheMLS #23-312969

Oct 18, 2023

Sold

$990,000

$745/sq ft

Oct 16, 2023

Pending

—

Oct 3, 2023

Contingent

—

Sep 19, 2023

Listed

$999,700

$752/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 25, 2022

Sold

$935,000

$704/sq ft

RENT. #1

Feb 3, 2022

Price Changed

$950

$1/sq ft

CRMLS #IV21246173

Feb 25, 2022

Sold

$935,000

$704/sq ft

Jan 17, 2022

Contingent

—

Dec 24, 2021

Pending

—

Dec 20, 2021

Relisted

—

Dec 17, 2021

Relisted

—

Dec 7, 2021

Relisted

—

Nov 18, 2021

Price Changed

$925,000

$696/sq ft

Nov 10, 2021

Listed

$985,000

$741/sq ft

A lovely California Bungalow located in the Normandie Heights area of Pasadena. Situated on a gorgeous tree-lined street. This home, built in 1934, features lots of character and charm with beautiful hardwood floors throughout, one spacious bedroom. The large formal dining room is presently being used as a second bedroom. Two full bathrooms, the living room displays a beautiful beam ceiling and an attractive brick fireplace. The kitchen maintains its original charm with tile counters and lovely wooden cabinets. The large lot with a rear yard that offers a area for entertaining, even ample room for a large garden. Two car detached garage with ample off street parking on the long driveway for up to four additional vehicles or an RV. You will be very pleased to tour this vintage home.

Public Records

May 29, 1985

Sold

$20,000

$15/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,836 (+4.9%)

$885,870 + $123,930

$1,009,800

2024

$11,279 (+1.9%)

$885,870 + $123,930

$1,009,800

2023

$11,074 (+94.9%)

$868,500 + $121,500

$990,000

2022

$5,681 (+4.2%)

$762,960 + $190,740

$953,700

2021

$5,451 (+4.0%)

$341,638 + $140,672

$482,310

2020

$5,240 (−0.2%)

$334,940 + $137,914

$472,854

2019

$5,250 (−0.3%)

$331,506 + $136,500

$468,006

2018

$5,268 (+1.3%)

$325,006 + $133,824

$458,830

2017

$5,201 (+2.2%)

$312,387 + $128,628

$441,015

2016

$5,087 (+1.1%)

$312,387 + $128,628

$441,015

2015

$5,030 (+2.0%)

$306,262 + $126,106

$432,368

2014

$4,929 (+0.9%)

$295,753 + $121,779

$417,532

2012

$4,884 (+2.4%)

$294,417 + $121,229

$415,646

2011

$4,771 (+1.5%)

$288,645 + $118,852

$407,497

2010

$4,699 (−0.8%)

$282,986 + $116,522

$399,508

2009

$4,735 (+6.5%)

$280,872 + $115,652

$396,524

2008

$4,445

$281,540 + $115,927

$397,467

Tax history for 821 E Rio Grande St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,836 (+4.9%)

$885,870 + $123,930

$1,009,800

2024

$11,279 (+1.9%)

$885,870 + $123,930

$1,009,800

2023

$11,074 (+94.9%)

$868,500 + $121,500

$990,000

2022

$5,681 (+4.2%)

$762,960 + $190,740

$953,700

2021

$5,451 (+4.0%)

$341,638 + $140,672

$482,310

2020

$5,240 (−0.2%)

$334,940 + $137,914

$472,854

2019

$5,250 (−0.3%)

$331,506 + $136,500

$468,006

2018

$5,268 (+1.3%)

$325,006 + $133,824

$458,830

2017

$5,201 (+2.2%)

$312,387 + $128,628

$441,015

2016

$5,087 (+1.1%)

$312,387 + $128,628

$441,015

2015

$5,030 (+2.0%)

$306,262 + $126,106

$432,368

2014

$4,929 (+0.9%)

$295,753 + $121,779

$417,532

2012

$4,884 (+2.4%)

$294,417 + $121,229

$415,646

2011

$4,771 (+1.5%)

$288,645 + $118,852

$407,497

2010

$4,699 (−0.8%)

$282,986 + $116,522

$399,508

2009

$4,735 (+6.5%)

$280,872 + $115,652

$396,524

2008

$4,445

$281,540 + $115,927

$397,467

*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

6,835 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1934

Sq. Ft.

1,329

Year built

1934

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Los Angeles County

APN

5848023018

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.

RS-6

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.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure

Feb 10, 2025 • Final

Single family residential - foundation bolting

Perform a seismic retrofit according to the city standard plan details through the Earthquake Brace and Bolt program.

Grading

Jun 19, 2018 • Final

Single family residential - roof/stucco/siding/window

Roofing

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Property details

Parking

Garage
Driveway, Driveway - Concrete, Detached

Parking
# of Parking Spaces (Total): 2
# of Covered Parking Spaces: 2
# of Open Other Spaces: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Kitchen Information
Gas
Gourmet Kitchen

Laundry Information
Laundry Inside

Additional Rooms
Dining Area

Fireplace Information
In Family Room
# of Fireplaces: 1

Flooring Information
Mixed Floors, Hardwood Floors

Equipment
Alarm System, Freezer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator

Heating & Cooling
Central Cooling
Central Heat

Exterior

Building Information
Total Floors: 1
One Level
Attached
Attached

Property Information
Property Type: Residential Single-Family
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Land Information
Other Structures: Shed

Lot Information
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,833
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1569
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 137
Zoning: PSR6

Property Features
Has View
View: Walk Street

Financial

Assessment Information
Assessor Parcel Number: 5848-023-018

Location

Location Information
Directions: 4.9 mi (134) Ventura Frwy to Pasadena 14 mi (210) Foothill Fwy0.4 mi To Lake Ave Exit 260.3 mi N Lake Ave1.3 mi E Rio Grande St450 ft on your right: 821 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena

Public facts

Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,329
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,835 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1934
Year Renovated: 1934
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5848023018

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None

Listing Information
Possession: Close Of Escrow

Around this home

Schools

Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

4/10

Eliot Arts Magnet

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

2/10

John Muir High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

9/10 Air Factor

21 unhealthy days expected this year, 24 days in 30 years

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$1.13M – $1.37M

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Home values near 821 E Rio Grande St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
783 East Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2966 Sq. Ft.	$1,484,376
817 East Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1078 Sq. Ft.	$1,051,294

Address	Redfin Estimate
793 East Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1194 Sq. Ft.	$1,071,607
831 East Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1968 Sq. Ft.	$1,625,210

Address	Redfin Estimate
801 East Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 648 Sq. Ft.	$871,334
841 East Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1501 Sq. Ft.	$1,158,372

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