
Pasadena, California 91105
This Mid-Century Modern Condominium is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $989,000—positioned well below the $1,119,324 Fair Market Value by 11%. This valuation gap offers $130,324 in Instant Equity for the buyer. Featuring a Mint Condition Rating with a renovated kitchen and three private balconies, this residence offers a sophisticated lifestyle on Pasadena’s Millionaires Row. With access to a pool and clubhouse, it is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants seeking architectural significance or Buy-and-Hold Investors.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1235 S Orange Grove Boulevard 3 Subject | $989,000* List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,658 | $675 | - |
A 1255 S Orange Grove Boulevard 1 Sold | $1,100,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,618 | $680 | 0.0 mi |
B 100 Hurlbut Street 2 Sold | $785,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,059 | $741 | 0.5 mi |
C 330 W California Boulevard 308 Sold | $958,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,748 | $548 | 0.7 mi |
D 1235 S Orange Grove Boulevard Active | $1,088,000 List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,618 | $672 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property features a high-end, recent renovation including a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, and soft-close cabinetry. With updated bathrooms, contemporary flooring, and well-maintained mid-century architectural details, the unit is in mint, move-in ready condition.
Situated on Pasadena's prestigious 'Millionaires Row,' the property offers exceptional desirability and close proximity to world-class shopping and dining in Old Town and South Pasadena.
Designed by Louis Gould AIA, this mid-century modern gem features iconic breeze blocks, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a classic gas conversation fireplace, appealing strongly to design enthusiasts.
With over 1,600 sqft of living space, the unit features a thoughtfully renovated kitchen and three private balconies that provide a rare sense of indoor-outdoor flow and privacy for a condominium.
The monthly association fee of $751 is relatively high, which may impact the overall affordability and long-term carrying costs for budget-conscious buyers.
Built in 1959, the property may present challenges typical of older constructions, such as potential limitations in electrical capacity or the need for ongoing maintenance of aging common systems.
Tucked along Pasadena's coveted Millionaires Row, 1235 South Orange Grove #3 is a spacious, tastefully modernized retreat set inside one of the city's most iconic and architecturally significant mid-century modern communities: Orange View Terrace, designed in 1959 by Louis Gould AIA. Past manicured hedges, colorful flowers, and towers of beautifully sculpted breeze blocks, enter Unit #3 and find yourself in an open living/dining space accented by a perfectly MCM gas conversation fireplace and massive floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the home in gentle morning sunlight. A rare offering in the complex, the unit's three balconies each look out onto lush greenery, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living with a sense of peace and privacy. The kitchen has been thoughtfully renovated and features stainless steel appliances, porcelain farmhouse sink, soft-close cabinetry, and a stylish encaustic tile backsplash that evokes the building's iconic mid-century modern design. In the primary bedroom, find yet another balcony as well as dual closets--including a walk-in with built-in shelving and storage--and an ensuite bathroom with updated vanity, fiberglass shower, and tub. The spacious second bedroom features ample storage as well as access to the second bathroom and in-unit laundry. Outside, wind your way through the community's beautifully landscaped grounds surrounded by some of the most iconic midcentury architecture that Pasadena has to offer. Enjoy a drink with friends and neighbors in one of the several garden courtyards, then meet up in the complex's clubhouse for games and a swim in the massive sparkling pool. With two dedicated parking spots, elevator access, community exercise room, and close proximity to world-class shopping and dining in Old Town and South Pas, 1235 S Orange Grove #3 is an incredible value and a chance to own a comfortable, architecturally significant condo home in one of the most sought-after communities in the city.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,658 | 1,736 | 46% |
| Lot Size | 89,038 | 21,243 | 82% |
| Price | $989.0K | $1.31M | 29% |
| Price per sq ft | $597 | $728 | 14% |
| Built year | 1959 | 1974 | 25% |
| HOA | $751.0 | $1.0K | 39% |
| Days on market | 23 | 101 | 7% |
May 21, 2026
$989,000
Initial Listing
Feb 22, 2013
$550,000
Public Record
Mar 10, 1994
$268,000
Public Record