Welcome to this sophisticated and timeless residence nestled in the prestigious Huntington Library Estate District of San Marino. Upon entry, you are greeted by a grand foyer leading to an elegant art gallery. To the left, a formal living room/library adorned with a wet bar and fireplace, while across the gallery, a cozy family room bathed in sunlight overlooks the courtyard featuring a firepit and fountain. To the right, a formal dining room with a fireplace sits adjacent to the butler's pantry, complemented by an open kitchen and light-filled breakfast room. A laundry room with a half bath connects to the maid's quarters. The east wing boasts the primary bedroom retreat, complete with a dual fireplace, walk-in dressing area, two sitting areas, and two luxurious bathrooms, all overlooking the lush garden, pool, and spa. Additionally, there are Jack & Jill bedrooms sharing a bathroom and a study room. On the west wing, an additional bedroom with a full bath enjoys views of the front yard. Tucked away at the end of the property is a separate guest house featuring a living room with a kitchenette, fireplace, bedroom, and full bath. Truly a one-of-a-kind residence combining elegance, functionality, and charm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$1,026Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by RELING MIU WONG•DRE #01183159• Opulence Realty
Contact: 626-487-4080
Bought with QIANG ZHANG•DRE #01403183• Harvest Realty Development
Reginald Johnson's eye for scale, style and warm elegance made him the ''starchitect'' of his era. His vision still illuminates this exquisite 1938 Georgian residence in the Huntington Library Estates Area of San Marino, created for a CalTech professor and his English artist wife. A stunning 64-foot long pine-paneled galleria connects the public and private spaces, including a walnut-paneled formal living room with wet bar and fireplace and a formal dining room with fireplace and French doors, served by a butler's pantry. The open kitchen with Sub-Zero, Viking & Miele appliances adjoins a breakfast room with French doors opening to a courtyard. A laundry room, half bath and maid's suite are nearby. In the master suite, a two-sided fireplace warms bedroom and sitting room. French doors open to a trellis-covered terrace and the pool. The suite is flanked by two baths with dressing rooms. One of the three additional bedrooms has an en suite bath and could serve as a guest quarters. A family room, library, newly refurbished powder room, and galleria have access to a sizable fountained courtyard. The grounds, centered around an oval swimming pool and spa, include a sun soaked guest house. This home is an especially beautiful example of Johnson's unique vision.
CRMLS #P0-819001459
Jul 19, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Apr 30, 2019
Contingent
—
Apr 3, 2019
Listed
$6,350,000
$827/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 2, 1995
Sold
$1,630,000
$212/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1995
Sold
$332,500
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 24, 1986
Sold
$1,050,000
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$78,846 (+13.4%)
$5,457,002 + $1,617,717
$7,074,719
2024
$69,553 (+2.2%)
$5,350,002 + $1,585,998
$6,936,000
2023
$68,067 (+3.2%)
$4,508,072 + $1,496,364
$6,004,436
2022
$65,939 (+1.8%)
$4,419,679 + $1,467,024
$5,886,703
2021
$64,757 (+1.5%)
$4,333,019 + $1,438,259
$5,771,278
2020
$63,795 (+113.3%)
$4,248,058 + $1,410,058
$5,658,116
2019
$29,910 (+2.6%)
$4,204,500 + $1,395,600
$5,600,100
2018
$29,143 (+2.0%)
$1,230,214 + $1,224,190
$2,454,404
2017
$28,584 (+2.2%)
$1,182,445 + $1,176,654
$2,359,099
2016
$27,969 (+1.6%)
$1,182,445 + $1,176,654
$2,359,099
2015
$27,531 (+1.3%)
$1,159,260 + $1,153,583
$2,312,843
2014
$27,169 (+1.6%)
$1,119,480 + $1,113,999
$2,233,479
2012
$26,753 (+2.0%)
$1,114,421 + $1,108,965
$2,223,386
2011
$26,233 (+0.9%)
$1,092,570 + $1,087,221
$2,179,791
2010
$26,010
$1,071,148 + $1,065,903
$2,137,051
2009
$26,013 (+6.1%)
$1,063,143 + $1,057,937
$2,121,080
2008
$24,508
$1,065,669 + $1,060,451
$2,126,120
Tax history for 955 Avondale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$78,846 (+13.4%)
$5,457,002 + $1,617,717
$7,074,719
2024
$69,553 (+2.2%)
$5,350,002 + $1,585,998
$6,936,000
2023
$68,067 (+3.2%)
$4,508,072 + $1,496,364
$6,004,436
2022
$65,939 (+1.8%)
$4,419,679 + $1,467,024
$5,886,703
2021
$64,757 (+1.5%)
$4,333,019 + $1,438,259
$5,771,278
2020
$63,795 (+113.3%)
$4,248,058 + $1,410,058
$5,658,116
2019
$29,910 (+2.6%)
$4,204,500 + $1,395,600
$5,600,100
2018
$29,143 (+2.0%)
$1,230,214 + $1,224,190
$2,454,404
2017
$28,584 (+2.2%)
$1,182,445 + $1,176,654
$2,359,099
2016
$27,969 (+1.6%)
$1,182,445 + $1,176,654
$2,359,099
2015
$27,531 (+1.3%)
$1,159,260 + $1,153,583
$2,312,843
2014
$27,169 (+1.6%)
$1,119,480 + $1,113,999
$2,233,479
2012
$26,753 (+2.0%)
$1,114,421 + $1,108,965
$2,223,386
2011
$26,233 (+0.9%)
$1,092,570 + $1,087,221
$2,179,791
2010
$26,010
$1,071,148 + $1,065,903
$2,137,051
2009
$26,013 (+6.1%)
$1,063,143 + $1,057,937
$2,121,080
2008
$24,508
$1,065,669 + $1,060,451
$2,126,120
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Taped
Parcel Number: 5328011010
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Sewer Paid
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Suburban
School Information
High School District: San Marino Unified
Location Information
Directions: Orlando
Zoning: SOR122500*
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,889
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5328011010
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 626-487-4080
Days Active in MLS: 82
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 82
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: RELING MIU
List Agent Last Name: WONG
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Opulence Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: QIANG
Buyer Agent Last Name: ZHANG
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Harvest Realty Development
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Valentine Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Huntington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
San Marino High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
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