1230 Hillside Road, Pasadena, California 91105, Pasadena, 91105 - 8 bed, 9 bath

1230 Hillside Road
Pasadena, California 91105
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 1230 Hillside Road, Pasadena, California 91105 is currently available with a list price of $7,600,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Pasadena Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is move-in ready.
The property is a 1936 Colonial Revival that underwent an extensive remodel in 2018 and added a high-end guest house in 2020. It features a chef's kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, and modern systems like a salt-water pool and 18-foot glass bifold doors. While the quality is high-end and move-in ready, the 6-8 year age of the renovations (relative to the 2026 listing date) places it in the 'Good' category according to the 5-15 year renovation criteria, rather than 'Excellent'.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Architectural Pedigree & Provenance
Designed by renowned architect Roland E. Coate and featuring a historical connection to Julia Child’s family, this estate offers exceptional prestige and long-term value for collectors of historic architecture.
- Modernized Luxury Amenities
The property underwent a comprehensive 2018 remodel and a 2020 guest house addition, featuring high-end finishes like 18-foot glass bifold doors and a chef's kitchen, making it move-in ready for modern lifestyles.
- Expansive Resort-Style Grounds
Spanning three-quarters of an acre in the prime Arroyo neighborhood, the manicured lot includes a salt-water pool, vegetable gardens, and a chicken coop, providing a rare level of privacy and outdoor utility.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Substantial Maintenance Requirements
With 7,001 square feet of living space, eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and extensive specialized landscaping, the ongoing cost and effort for property management and upkeep will be significant.
- Historical Preservation Constraints
As a distinguished Colonial Revival estate, the property may be subject to local historical designations that could restrict a buyer's ability to make significant exterior modifications or future expansions.
About 1230 Hillside Road
Majestically poised in Pasadena's sought-after Arroyo neighborhood, the Charles E. Davis House is a distinguished Colonial Revival estate designed by renowned architect Roland E. Coate and carrying the storied provenance of a past family connection to famed chef Julia Child through her father, John McWilliams, the home's second owner. Thoughtfully remodeled in 2018 for today's lifestyle and elevated in 2020 by a stunning guest house, this property sits on three-quarters acre of manicured grounds and marries timeless architectural pedigree with an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The stately facade reveals Coate's hallmark of grand proportions and livable elegance. A formal entry beckons guests into a gracious living room, a handsome library, an inviting dining room, balanced by a comfortable family room with movie projector and screen, and an adjoining sunroom, where boundaries between house and the lush gardens dissolve. At the heart of daily life is a charming chef's kitchen, breakfast area and back kitchen, while two main-level guest suites, powder rooms and laundry room add welcomed practicality. Gracing the second level, the sumptuous primary suite and four additional BRs capture serene treetop views, served by three beautifully-remodeled bathrooms, laundry room and two staircases, creating restful and private quarters. Outside, the resort-like grounds evoke magic, with numerous entertaining terraces, fire pit, salt-water pool, play area, vegetable garden, chicken coop, music speakers and sweeping lawns that turn gatherings into occasions. The exceptional accessory structure with 18' glass bifold doors, beamed ceilings, two bathrooms and a bonus room, seamlessly flexes as an entertainment pavilion, creative studio or a stylish place for guests. Gated and private, and with close proximity to Arroyo hiking trails, Old Town shops, restaurants and an easy connection to DTLA and the Westside, this estate truly is a quintessential Pasadena legacy, authentic in character, meticulous in execution and abundantly livable for today's discerning buyer.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1936
- Lot Size
- 32,878 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 8
- Total Bathrooms
- 9 (9 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 8.0 | 4.0 | 98% |
| Baths | 9.0 | 3.0 | 94% |
| Square foot | 7,001 | 2,528.5 | 94% |
| Lot Size | 32,878 | 10,527.5 | 91% |
| Price | $7.60M | $1.90M | 93% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $906 | 65% |
| Built year | 1936 | 1939 | 44% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 4 | 166 | 2% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2026
$7,600,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Apr 27, 2018
$4,350,000
Public Record
Sold
Aug 9, 2011
$2,540,000
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