This stunning 1923 Spanish is located in the Langham district of Pasadena. Gated access and impressive mature trees offer privacy and serenity. Enter a circular driveway surrounded by lush gardens and fountain as you pass through a lower level patio and expansive covered front porch. The property has been tastefully renovated and remodeled and exudes class and sophistication with tons of natural light and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. A formal entry leads into the huge living room with cathedral style ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, two sets of french doors to the front porch, a rotating ceiling fan and Spanish tile fireplace. The formal dining room is centrally located and offers extra cabinetry and a buffet perfect for hosting dinner parties. An archway in the living room peek-a-boos into the gourmet kitchen fit for a king. Custom soft closing wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, gorgeous tile, top of the line appliances, farm sink, a door to the side driveway, and laundry closet. Beyond the kitchen is the first guest bedroom ideal for the in-laws with en suite bath with tub and shower. Off the dining room is the family room perfect for movie/game night with French doors that lead out to the back patio for al fresco dining under the stars. Off the foyer is a lovely powder room with skylight and a the second guest bedroom/office with lots if storage. The primary suite offers seclusion, a dedicated vanity area with lighted mirror and seating, tons of closet space, cathedral style windows with views of the gardens and fountain, gorgeous wallpaper and an en suite bath with large shower, double vanity, soaking tub, and hand painted Spanish tile. The backyard boasts the upper patio for dining and lounging, a lower level grass area and a side yard that is perfect for the kids to play safely. The partially finished two-car garage with French doors is begging for an ADU conversion considering there is parking for 8 cars between both driveways!
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
9,938 sq ftLot Size
$1,282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carmine Sabatella•DRE #01945152• COMPASS
Listed by Ryan Delair•DRE #02065324• COMPASS
Bought with Lauren Kerns•DRE #02138630• Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Situated in the popular Madison Heights neighborhood of Pasadena, this Spanish Colonial style residence offers the ultimate in design and craftsmanship. An inviting front porch welcomes one into a formal entry that leads to a spacious living room with soaring coved ceilings and a fireplace. The home features arched doorways, oversized French doors and windows, wide plank white oak floors and custom stone and tile surfaces. The updated kitchen has custom cabinetry, stone counters and stainless steel Kitchen Aid and Bertazzoni appliances. The family room opens to a private patio that is perfect for entertaining. Upgrades in 2017 include a new EagleLite tile roof, new copper and PEX piping and exterior painting. The front yard was professionally landscaped by Pacific Outdoor Living in 2018.
CRMLS #P0-316010192
Feb 8, 2017
Sold
$1,500,000
$726/sq ft
Jan 18, 2017
Listing Removed
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Nov 7, 2016
Listed
$1,549,000
$749/sq ft
This sophisticated Spanish Colonial style home is located in the Madison Heights neighborhood of Pasadena. The home has soaring coved ceilings, arched doorways, oversized French doors and windows and elegant finishes- including wide plank white oak floors, custom stone and tile surfaces and plaster walls. The updated kitchen includes custom cabinetry, stone counters and stainless Kitchen Aid and Bertazzoni appliances. The open floor plans include a separate dining room that opens to the family room. There are three bedrooms, including the Master Suite with oversized arched windows and an abundance of built-ins. The master bath has separate tub and shower and an extensive use of stone and tile surfaces. The second bedroom is also en suite. The third bedroom is currently being used as a study. There is a guest bath located off the foyer. The home is gated and hedged for privacy. There are lovely gardens, an inviting front porch and rear patio located off the family room that is perfect for entertaining . The property is conveniently located near South Lake shopping and restaurants, The Langham Hotel and The Huntington Library and Gardens.
CRMLS #P0-22032205
Apr 9, 2004
Sold
$1,025,000
$496/sq ft
Mar 8, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2004
Listed
$925,000
$448/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 2001
Sold
$717,000
$347/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 24, 1992
Sold
$396,500
$192/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,593 (+4.8%)
$1,997,463 + $582,728
$2,580,191
2024
$28,243 (+0.8%)
$1,997,463 + $582,728
$2,580,191
2023
$28,008 (+49.6%)
$1,958,298 + $571,302
$2,529,600
2022
$18,721 (+4.0%)
$1,919,900 + $560,100
$2,480,000
2021
$18,003 (+4.6%)
$1,335,614 + $333,903
$1,669,517
2020
$17,218 (+1.9%)
$1,309,426 + $327,356
$1,636,782
2019
$16,903 (−2.2%)
$1,296,000 + $324,000
$1,620,000
2018
$17,291 (+19.1%)
$1,248,480 + $312,120
$1,560,600
2017
$14,517 (+2.0%)
$759,536 + $501,746
$1,261,282
2016
$14,228 (+1.1%)
$759,536 + $501,746
$1,261,282
2015
$14,073 (+2.2%)
$744,644 + $491,908
$1,236,552
2014
$13,768 (+0.8%)
$719,092 + $475,029
$1,194,121
2012
$13,652 (+2.3%)
$715,843 + $472,883
$1,188,726
2011
$13,341 (+1.5%)
$701,807 + $463,611
$1,165,418
2010
$13,140 (−1.0%)
$688,047 + $454,521
$1,142,568
2009
$13,269 (+6.6%)
$682,905 + $451,125
$1,134,030
2008
$12,447
$684,528 + $452,197
$1,136,725
Tax history for 856 Arden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,593 (+4.8%)
$1,997,463 + $582,728
$2,580,191
2024
$28,243 (+0.8%)
$1,997,463 + $582,728
$2,580,191
2023
$28,008 (+49.6%)
$1,958,298 + $571,302
$2,529,600
2022
$18,721 (+4.0%)
$1,919,900 + $560,100
$2,480,000
2021
$18,003 (+4.6%)
$1,335,614 + $333,903
$1,669,517
2020
$17,218 (+1.9%)
$1,309,426 + $327,356
$1,636,782
2019
$16,903 (−2.2%)
$1,296,000 + $324,000
$1,620,000
2018
$17,291 (+19.1%)
$1,248,480 + $312,120
$1,560,600
2017
$14,517 (+2.0%)
$759,536 + $501,746
$1,261,282
2016
$14,228 (+1.1%)
$759,536 + $501,746
$1,261,282
2015
$14,073 (+2.2%)
$744,644 + $491,908
$1,236,552
2014
$13,768 (+0.8%)
$719,092 + $475,029
$1,194,121
2012
$13,652 (+2.3%)
$715,843 + $472,883
$1,188,726
2011
$13,341 (+1.5%)
$701,807 + $463,611
$1,165,418
2010
$13,140 (−1.0%)
$688,047 + $454,521
$1,142,568
2009
$13,269 (+6.6%)
$682,905 + $451,125
$1,134,030
2008
$12,447
$684,528 + $452,197
$1,136,725
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,950 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1927
Sq. Ft.
2,067
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5721024008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
RS-4
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
Sep 19, 2017 • Final
Single family residential - roof/stucco/siding/window
Roofing
Jan 25, 2017 • Final
Mechanical
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage, Auto Driveway Gate, On Site, Gated, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Controlled Entrance, Driveway - Concrete, Circular Driveway, Pull-through, Off Site
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside, In Closet
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Built In Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Range/Stove Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Energy Star Appliances, Double Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Freezer
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Remodeled Kitchen, Built-in Trash/Recycling, Self-closing drawers, Self-closing cabinet doors, Quartz Counters, Pots & Pan Drawers, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Stone Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Low Flow Shower, Bathtub, Vanity area, Upgraded, Stone Counters, Soaking Tub, Separate tub and shower, Quartz Counters, Exhaust fan(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Shower, Remodeled, Low Flow Toilet(s)
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Attic, Primary Suite, Kitchen, Foyer, Office, Living Room, Formal Entry, Family Room, Entry, Basement
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Gas
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Fireplace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Location: Ground level
Built-Ins, Quartz Counters, Wired for Data, Stone Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Ceiling Fan, Storage Space, Recessed Lighting, Open Floor Plan, Living Room Deck Attached, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Crown Moldings
Lot Features: Back Yard, Garden, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers Drip System, Patio Home, Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Front Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: Northeast
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 5721024008
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Gutters, Suburban, Street Lighting, Sidewalks, Park, Curbs
Location Information
Latitude: 34.13140500
Longitude: -118.13278300
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,067
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,950 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: 1927
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5721024008
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 12
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 12
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Carmine
List Agent Last Name: Sabatella
Co-List Agent First Name: Ryan
Co-List Agent Last Name: Delair
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS
Co-List Office Name: COMPASS
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Lauren
Buyer Agent Last Name: Kerns
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Blair High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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
5/10 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
6/10 Air Factor
10 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Pasadena, CA • 91106
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$2.52M – $3.05M
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