2040 N Madison Avenue, Altadena, California 91001, Altadena, 91001 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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Altadena, California 91001
This Contemporary Spanish-Style Sanctuary is listed at $1,495,000, offering a stable acquisition price aligned with its $1,488,285 Fair Market Value. Boasting a Mint Condition Rating after a comprehensive high-end renovation, the residence features a modern chef's kitchen, designer bathrooms, and a heated pool and spa. The property provides exceptional versatility with a detached office shed and finished attic, perfect for remote work within the Pasadena Unified School District. This turnkey home is an ideal match for Owner-Occupants or lifestyle-driven buyers seeking a resort-like retreat.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 2040 N Madison Avenue Subject | $1,495,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,697 | $918 | - |
A 589 Buena Loma Street Sold | $1,400,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,552 | $902 | 0.2 mi |
B 744 New York Drive Sold | $1,525,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,986 | $768 | 0.1 mi |
C 452 Colman Sold | $1,375,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,589 | $865 | 0.4 mi |
D 2420 Catherine Road Active Under Contract | $1,599,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,782 | $897 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone a comprehensive high-end renovation within the last 5 years, featuring a modern chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, updated bathrooms with Graff and Kohler fixtures, dual-pane windows, and recessed lighting. The interior and exterior, including the pool and hardscaping, are in mint, move-in-ready condition.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 7886, living area = 1697.
Beyond the main residence, the property includes a separate 348 SF family room, a 262 SF finished attic, and a 124 SF detached office shed, providing exceptional versatility for remote work and guest accommodations.
The private, park-like backyard serves as a luxury retreat, featuring a heated pool and spa, mature citrus and avocado trees, and seamless indoor-outdoor integration through expansive glass doors.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1697, other record living area = 1620.
With the main living area measuring 1,697 square feet, the interior may feel compact for buyers requiring larger primary bedrooms or more expansive common areas within the main structure.
Given the home's 1927 construction, buyers should be prepared for potential maintenance or upgrade requirements associated with older electrical, plumbing, or structural systems typical of the era.
Welcome to 2040 N Madison Ave, a spacious contemporary Spanish-style home on a large private lot in one of Altadena's most charming neighborhoods. Set behind a lush privacy hedge and courtyard wall, the home's front sitting garden offers respite and charm. Character details including abundant bougainvillea, repeating arches, and niches with inset tile work nod to history and complement modern updates. Enter through the home's airy foyer into the expansive great room where you'll find an updated open plan chef's kitchen, dining, and living spaces ideal for entertaining and day to day living alike. Behind the living room, a wall of glass doors opens to the park-like backyard boasting outdoor dining spaces, a grassy lawn, citrus and avocado trees, and a full size heated pool and spa. The king-sized primary bedroom features a charming glass clerestory window and east facing glass double doors offering direct access to the backyard, plus an updated bath with Graff and Kohler fixtures. Two additional bedrooms and an updated second bath are spacious, fresh and bathed in natural light, with dual pane windows and skylight. This gracious home also includes a separate family room (an additional 348 SF), a finished attic bonus space (262 SF), and a detached backyard office shed (124 SF) for total work-from-home convenience. You'll never want to leave, but if you can pull yourself away, 2040 N Madison is a stone's throw from great local shops and restaurants in Altadena and North Pasadena, hiking trails, Christmas Tree Lane, and so much more. Don't miss this special opportunity.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,697 | 1,805 | 45% |
| Lot Size | 7,886 | 8,425 | 45% |
| Price | $1.50M | $1.30M | 60% |
| Price per sq ft | $881 | $765 | 73% |
| Built year | 1927 | 1947 | 25% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 36 | 136 | 8% |
May 1, 2026
$1,495,000
Initial Listing
Apr 4, 2022
$1,600,000
Public Record
Dec 19, 2019
$965,000
Public Record
Aug 15, 2019
$635,000
Public Record