Nestled on a serene cul-de-sac in prestigious southwest Pasadena, this beautifully updated English-style home offers an elegant blend of timeless character and modern convenience. Situated on over a third of an acre, this stunning 4-bedroom, 5-bath residence boasts exquisite craftsmanship, thoughtful updates, and an inviting ambiance. Beyond its picturesque brick facade and storybook charm, the home features gracious living spaces filled with natural light, including a formal living room with a fireplace, an adjacent dining room, and a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinetry. Each of the 3-spacious bedrooms includes an en-suite bath, providing ultimate comfort and privacy. A fourth bedroom with a 3/4 bath presently serves as an office and has direct access to the 2-car attached garage and laundry area. The luxurious primary suite offers a spa-like retreat with a soaking tub, an oversized shower, and a custom-designed walk-in closet. Step outside to a breathtaking award-winning garden, where lush and thoughtful landscaping, mature trees and specimen plantings, and winding pathways create a tranquil oasis. A sparkling pool, outdoor BBQ kitchen and an inviting pool house provide the perfect setting for relaxation or entertaining, with additional space ideal for a home office, gym or studio. This is a rare opportunity to experience the finest of Pasadena living in a private and enchanting setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$1,268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rita Whitney•DRE #01209004• The Agency
Bought with Zhongmin Su•DRE #01936028• Universal Elite Inc.
*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
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,255
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5717021019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 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
Jul 13, 2015 • Final
Electrical
Perform electrical work to install a subpanel, electrical fixtures, a garbage disposal, and a water heater.
Electrical
Plumbing
Water heater
Jan 13, 2015 • Final
Single family residential - block wall
Grading
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
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage - Single Door, Driveway, Side by Side
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 4
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Attic, See Remarks, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Office, Converted Bedroom, Bonus Room
Fireplace Information
Great Room, Gas, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Location: ground
Levels: Two
Spa Features: In Ground
Has Spa
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Fencing: Wood
Has Fence
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Concrete
Has Patio
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Lawn, Cul-De-Sac, Garden
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Living Area Source: See Remarks
Parcel Number: 5717021019
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: Yes
# of Property ADU: 1
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Street Lighting, Urban, Suburban
Location Information
Latitude: 34.12937600
Longitude: -118.16928600
Directions: South on San Rafael; Right on Hillside; Right on Mesa Verde
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,255
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5717021019
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: TBA
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 8
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 8
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Rita
List Agent Last Name: Whitney
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: The Agency
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Zhongmin
Buyer Agent Last Name: Su
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Universal Elite Inc.
Around this home
Schools
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
2/10
Blair High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
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