This character rich Monterey Colonial home is located in the much sought after San Rafael area of Pasadena. Large, comfortable public rooms with an abundance of sunlight showcase French doors leading to patios and allows for a seamless indoor/outdoor flow. The first floor design includes an awe-inspiring living room with French doors opening to a large front patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing, a den/office, a light filled family room which features a wall of built-ins and two sets of French doors opening to the tranquil brick back patio and pool area. One of the highlights of the first floor is the beautiful and peaceful library, featuring a handsome and regal fireplace. The updated kitchen includes marble counter tops and eat-in area that leads thru French doors to the back patio eating area. The guest room and bath plus laundry room complete the first floor of the home. . Upstairs is the lovely master bedroom which opens to a balcony that stretches the length of the house. Three additional bedrooms and two baths complete the upstairs. This home and it's beautiful and functional yard exemplifies California living and validates the fact that this is truly a Pasadena jewel. The home feels private, even as the city is close at hand.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
10,155 sq ftLot Size
$927Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carol Ortega•DRE #01228983• COMPASS
Listed by Dorothy Korostoff•DRE #01181688• COMPASS
Bought with Peter Martocchio•DRE #01311046• Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Bought with David A Goldberg•DRE #01457415• Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
This classic Monterey Colonial home was built in 1937 and retains its original charm. Crown moldings, hardwood floors, and French doors enhance the home's integrity. The formal entry hall, grand size LR, FDR and powder room are perfect for formal entertaining. A game room, complete with pool table and handsome built-in bar, and a spacious, light-filled FR with built-in bookshelves and a large screen TV over look the pool and patio area. A cozy library features a charming fireplace and great bookcases for a collector. The kitchen includes a grand island, granite counter tops, stainless steel Viking and Subzero appliances and breakfast area. The 5th bedroom has been converted to a home office with professional wall and desk system. There is large laundry/mud room and full bath off the kitchen. There are 4 b
Public Records
Jul 23, 2002
Sold
$1,445,000
$397/sq ft
CRMLS #2222048
Apr 12, 2002
Listed
$1,499,000
$412/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 17, 1989
Sold
$763,000
$210/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,184 (+4.9%)
$1,430,763 + $1,185,125
$2,615,888
2024
$28,788 (+0.8%)
$1,430,763 + $1,185,125
$2,615,888
2023
$28,550 (+3.6%)
$1,402,709 + $1,161,888
$2,564,597
2022
$27,549 (+4.3%)
$1,375,205 + $1,139,106
$2,514,311
2021
$26,415 (+4.3%)
$1,348,241 + $1,116,771
$2,465,012
2020
$25,329 (−0.3%)
$1,321,805 + $1,094,874
$2,416,679
2019
$25,406 (−7.4%)
$1,308,252 + $1,083,648
$2,391,900
2018
$27,446 (−1.0%)
$1,282,600 + $1,062,400
$2,345,000
2017
$27,720 (+2.0%)
$1,775,330 + $665,746
$2,441,076
2016
$27,171 (+1.1%)
$1,775,330 + $665,746
$2,441,076
2015
$26,877 (+2.3%)
$1,740,520 + $652,693
$2,393,213
2014
$26,276 (+35.7%)
$1,680,794 + $630,296
$2,311,090
2012
$19,359 (+0.4%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2011
$19,285 (+0.8%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2010
$19,133 (−24.5%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2009
$25,334 (+7.4%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2008
$23,595
$1,600,000 + $600,000
$2,200,000
Tax history for 950 Laguna Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,184 (+4.9%)
$1,430,763 + $1,185,125
$2,615,888
2024
$28,788 (+0.8%)
$1,430,763 + $1,185,125
$2,615,888
2023
$28,550 (+3.6%)
$1,402,709 + $1,161,888
$2,564,597
2022
$27,549 (+4.3%)
$1,375,205 + $1,139,106
$2,514,311
2021
$26,415 (+4.3%)
$1,348,241 + $1,116,771
$2,465,012
2020
$25,329 (−0.3%)
$1,321,805 + $1,094,874
$2,416,679
2019
$25,406 (−7.4%)
$1,308,252 + $1,083,648
$2,391,900
2018
$27,446 (−1.0%)
$1,282,600 + $1,062,400
$2,345,000
2017
$27,720 (+2.0%)
$1,775,330 + $665,746
$2,441,076
2016
$27,171 (+1.1%)
$1,775,330 + $665,746
$2,441,076
2015
$26,877 (+2.3%)
$1,740,520 + $652,693
$2,393,213
2014
$26,276 (+35.7%)
$1,680,794 + $630,296
$2,311,090
2012
$19,359 (+0.4%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2011
$19,285 (+0.8%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2010
$19,133 (−24.5%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2009
$25,334 (+7.4%)
$1,212,000 + $455,000
$1,667,000
2008
$23,595
$1,600,000 + $600,000
$2,200,000
*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
5
Baths
5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,158 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
3,637
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5717024005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 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
Jul 15, 2021 • Final
Single family residential - general
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Jun 2, 2020 • Final
Electrical
Perform electrical work for a remodel.
Electrical
Remodel
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
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside, Individual Room
Kitchen Information
In Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Fireplace Information
Library, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 0
Levels: Two
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Pool
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Public Records
Parcel Number: 5717024005
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Location
Location Information
Latitude: 34.12779000
Longitude: -118.16943000
Other Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Directions: Cross Street: S/La Loma Rd.;
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Zoning: PSR4
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,637
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,158 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5717024005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 256
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 256
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Carol
List Agent Last Name: Ortega
Co-List Agent First Name: Dorothy
Co-List Agent Last Name: Korostoff
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: COMPASS
Co-List Office Name: COMPASS
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Peter
Buyer Agent Last Name: Martocchio
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: David
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Goldberg
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
Co-Buyer Office Name: Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
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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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