On a verdant, corner lot in Pasadena's charming and historic Tournament Fields Landmark District, 940 Cornell Road offers an enticing blend of comfort, beauty, and convenience. If you've been searching for the perfect opportunity to renovate, build equity, and bring your dream home to life all at the same time, look no further! Privacy hedges wrap around the front yard, creating a peaceful and secluded sanctuary that's entirely your own. Once inside, the home's beautiful layout unfolds with a sense of ease and casual elegance while Spanish Revival influences add rich character. Arched French doors and doorways, wrought iron details, and barrel-vault ceilings create a timeless sense of craftsmanship and architectural beauty. The spacious living room is bright and welcoming with four sets of French doors that invite an abundance of light. A serene, enclosed patio includes an entire wall of windows, blurring the lines between indoors and out. The dining room, with its subtle tray ceiling, offers distinguished character and a beautiful setting to enjoy special meals with loved ones. Nearby, the kitchen features a spacious layout and a pantry for extra convenience. Completing the main level, find a generous bedroom and bathroom while upstairs, two additional bright and cheerful bedrooms share a full bathroom. You'll savor the home's lush and peaceful outdoor areas year-round with a large stone patio in the back, tailor made for al fresco dining, and a sun-dappled wraparound yard perfect for play, garden parties, and gently swaying on a hammock during lazy, temperate afternoons. With a detached 2 car garage that can easily be converted into a large bonus space, 940 Cornell Road is brimming with opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
7,275 sq ftLot Size
$782Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Evangelyn Lin•DRE #01817694• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with Maria Sarmiento•DRE #01837686• Keller Williams Sierra Madre
Est. $5,576 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 940 Cornell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #P1-26116
May 5, 2026
Sold
$1,600,000
$782/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 5, 2026
Listed
$1,800,000
$879/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,360 (+11.9%)
$30,615 + $42,137
$72,752
2024
$1,215 (+1.1%)
$30,615 + $42,137
$72,752
2023
$1,201 (+3.0%)
$30,015 + $41,311
$71,326
2022
$1,166 (+4.6%)
$29,427 + $40,501
$69,928
2021
$1,115 (+2.9%)
$28,850 + $39,707
$68,557
2020
$1,084 (+0.2%)
$28,285 + $38,929
$67,214
2019
$1,081 (+3.4%)
$27,995 + $38,530
$66,525
2018
$1,046 (+2.5%)
$27,447 + $37,775
$65,222
2017
$1,020 (+5.1%)
$26,382 + $36,309
$62,691
2016
$971 (+1.3%)
$26,382 + $36,309
$62,691
2015
$959 (+0.6%)
$25,865 + $35,598
$61,463
2014
$953 (+1.4%)
$24,978 + $34,378
$59,356
2012
$940 (+2.6%)
$24,866 + $34,223
$59,089
2011
$916 (+1.3%)
$24,379 + $33,552
$57,931
2010
$904 (+1.1%)
$23,901 + $32,895
$56,796
2009
$894 (+5.4%)
$23,723 + $32,650
$56,373
2008
$848
$23,780 + $32,728
$56,508
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,536 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1927
Sq. Ft.
2,046
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5327013020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 30, 2026.
RS-4
LD-15
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
Tournament Fields Landmark District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Feb 28, 2018 • Final
Electrical
Upgrade the main electrical panel to a higher amperage.
Electrical
Oct 10, 2017 • Final
Single family residential - roof/stucco/siding/window
Tear off all existing roofing layers on a residential building. Install new plywood, tar paper, and composite shingles. Install a base sheet and torch-down roofing on the flat roof area.
Roofing
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, Driveway, Garage - Two Door, Street
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Tile Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Shower in Tub, Bathtub
Room Information
Sun, Formal Entry, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom
Directions: South of E California Blvd, East of S Lake Ave, near the corner of Cornell Rd and S Mentor Ave
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,046
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,536 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1927
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5327013020
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 39
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 39
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Evangelyn
List Agent Last Name: Lin
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Maria
Buyer Agent Last Name: Sarmiento
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Keller Williams Sierra Madre
Around this home
Schools
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Blair High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
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