
Pasadena, California 91105
Analysis of 182 S Orange Grove, Pasadena, California 91105 is currently available with a list price of $6,990,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. 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.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1903, this historic Tudor estate is grand in scale but shows significant dating. While the architectural details are preserved, the bathrooms and interior finishes appear to be 20+ years old. Given the age and previous use as a campus building, the property likely requires substantial updates to its systems (HVAC/Electric) and modernizing of the kitchen and 10 bathrooms to meet current residential luxury standards.
Designed by Frederick L. Roehrig, this Tudor Revival estate is a designated Pasadena Historic Monument on the prestigious 'Millionaires Row,' offering irreplaceable character and heritage.
With over 13,000 square feet, 11 bedrooms, and a fully finished basement, the property provides immense flexibility for grand-scale entertaining and multi-generational living.
Situated near Old Pasadena, the estate offers a premier setting with panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains and the historic Ambassador Gardens.
The property carries a significant monthly association fee of $1,557, which, alongside the maintenance of a 13,000+ sqft historic structure, represents a substantial ongoing expense.
As a designated Historic Monument, the property is subject to strict preservation guidelines that may limit a buyer's ability to perform modern architectural modifications.
The Mayfair Estate is a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of Pasadena history. Set along South Orange Grove Boulevard—Pasadena’s storied “Millionaires Row”—this Tudor Revival residence was designed by architect Frederick L. Roehrig for businessman Otho S.A. Sprague in 1903. Today, the City-designated Historic Monument remains an important example of Pasadena’s Golden Age of architecture. Encompassing 13,159 square feet across three above-grade levels, plus an expansive finished basement, Mayfair is distinguished by its remarkable scale and architectural character. A grand foyer with a sweeping staircase introduces interiors featuring hardwood floors, rich wood paneling and millwork, coffered and exposed-beam ceilings, leaded and stained glass, expansive window bays and multiple fireplaces. Formal living and dining rooms, a library/office, music room, sunroom, large kitchen and numerous gathering spaces offer flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. The residence includes 11 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms, along with generous sitting and lounge areas throughout the upper levels. Large windows bring in abundant natural light and capture views of the surrounding grounds, historic Great Lawn, Ambassador Gardens and San Gabriel Mountains. The finished lower level offers substantial additional space for recreation, fitness, wine storage, a theater and more. Mayfair’s Tudor façade overlooks the broad lawns and mature landscaping of Ambassador Gardens. The property later served as a private school before becoming part of the Ambassador College campus in 1951 and was formally designated a Pasadena Historic Monument in 2013. Located near Old Pasadena, the Norton Simon Museum and Tournament House, 182 South Orange Grove Boulevard offers a combination of history, scale and setting that is difficult to replicate—an opportunity to preserve an important Pasadena landmark while shaping its next chapter.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 11.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 10.0 | 2.3 |
| Square foot | 13,159 | 1,839.942 |
| Lot Size | 18,033 | 8,508.491 |
| Price | $6.99M | $1.65M |
| Price per sq ft | $531 | $914 |
| Built year | 1903 | 1934 |
| HOA | $1557.0 | $449 |
| Days on market | 23 | 45 |
Aug 17, 2026
$6,990,000
Initial Listing