
Pasadena, California 91105
This Turnkey Historic Estate is listed at $4,450,000, aligning perfectly with its $4,483,868 Fair Market Value. Meticulously reimagined, the property holds a Condition Rating of 2, featuring a refreshed kitchen, modern systems, and a saltwater pool and spa. Located in the prestigious Lower Arroyo Seco Historic District, this residence offers a rare blend of 1911 architectural integrity and 21st-century luxury, including solar panels and a full-house generator. It provides a stable, high-end lifestyle for discerning luxury buyers or sophisticated owner-occupants seeking a move-in ready historic treasure.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 600 W California Boulevard Subject | $4,450,000* List Price | 4 | 5 | 3,637 | $1,233 | - |
A 546 La Loma Road Sold | $5,050,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,356 | $1,505 | 0.1 mi |
B 1256 Club House Drive Sold | $3,350,000 | 4 | 5 | 3,248 | $1,031 | 0.8 mi |
C 760 Laguna Road Pending | $3,250,000 List Price | 4 | 5 | 3,337 | $974 | 0.7 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has been completely reimagined and renovated within the past year and a half, meeting the criteria for a recent high-end renovation (<5 years). It features a refreshed kitchen with premium stainless steel appliances, newly redesigned bathrooms, and fully updated systems including newer plumbing, electrical, solar panels, and a full-house generator, offering turnkey mint condition.
This 1911 Charles W. Buchanan estate perfectly blends timeless architectural integrity with a comprehensive 1.5-year renovation, offering a turnkey experience with 21st-century upgrades like solar panels and a full-house generator.
The property features a resort-style backyard complete with a sparkling saltwater pool, spa, covered patio bar, and gas fire table, all set within private, artfully designed gardens perfect for high-end entertaining.
Situated in the highly coveted Lower Arroyo Seco Historic District of Southwest Pasadena, the home offers an elite address known for its historical significance and serene, high-end neighborhood character.
Being located within a designated Historic District, the property is likely subject to strict local preservation guidelines that could limit or complicate future exterior modifications or architectural expansions.
With a substantial list price increase following its recent sale, the property is positioned at a market premium, which may limit the buyer pool to those specifically seeking a fully renovated historic asset.
Tucked away in coveted Southwest Pasadena's Lower Arroyo Seco Historic District, this spectacular estate is a rare masterwork of history and modern luxury. Designed by noted architect Charles W. Buchanan for Joseph S. Glasscock (early partner of A.C. Vroman), the home has been meticulously updated to preserve its timeless architectural integrity while delivering 21st-century living. Since its last sale, every room of this amazing home has been reimagined, redesigned and renovated over the past year and a half. A picturesque front porch, tranquil stone fountain and private hedged and gated front yard set a serene tone. Inside, the main level is an entertainer's dream, featuring an open living room with a stately fireplace and elegant wainscoting that flows effortlessly into the formal dining area. The sun drenched, airy, refreshed kitchen with stainless appliances, a wine cooler, stone countertops, and a butler's pantry, serves as the social heart of the home, complete with a substantial center island and breakfast banquette. French doors open to an expansive deck, perfect for alfresco dining.Upstairs, find four bedrooms and three baths, including a luxurious primary suite with a spacious walk in closet, a newly redesigned primary bath plus a second ensuite bedroom. The versatile, walk out lower level offers a casual hangout space with extensive storage and a half bath. Outside, the artfully designed, ultra-private gardens wrap around a spectacular backyard oasis with fruit trees and an outdoor dining/living deck with treetop views. Reconfigured for ultimate entertaining, it boasts a sparkling saltwater pool and spa, a covered patio with a bar, a gas fire table with built-in seating, and a sunny play yard. Outfitted with newer plumbing/electrical, solar panels, and a full-house natural gas generator, this turnkey historic treasure is ready for its fortunate next chapter.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 5.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 3,637 | 1,739.5 |
| Lot Size | 13,594 | 7,979 |
| Price | $4.45M | $1.62M |
| Price per sq ft | $1.2K | $897 |
| Built year | 1911 | 1936 |
| HOA | $0 | $250 |
| Days on market | 36 | 45 |
Jun 16, 2026
$4,450,000
Initial Listing
Dec 3, 2024
$3,905,000
Public Record
Aug 30, 2018
$3,100,000
Public Record
Sep 5, 2013
$1,310,500
Public Record