
South Pasadena, California 91030
This Sophisticated Penthouse Residence is a premium offering listed at $1,315,000, positioned slightly above the $1,194,063 Fair Market Value. Featuring a Mint Condition Rating following an extensive modern organic renovation, the home showcases a gourmet kitchen, panoramic mountain views, and a private rooftop deck. Located within the prestigious South Pasadena Unified School District, this property provides an elevated lifestyle with seamless access to local transit and amenities. It represents a stable, high-quality acquisition for discerning professionals or owner-occupants seeking a turnkey, architecturally significant home in a premier community.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 812 Fremont Avenue 302 Subject | $1,315,000* List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,444 | $827 | - |
A 1202 Indiana Sold | $1,380,000 | 2 | 3 | 1,650 | $836 | 0.8 mi |
B 1720 Mission Street 18 Active | $1,080,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,376 | $785 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Despite the 1925 build date, this penthouse has undergone a comprehensive, high-end renovation within the last 5 years. It features a completely rebuilt gourmet kitchen, fully remodeled spa-inspired bathrooms, and modernized systems including dual-zone HVAC, updated ducting, and a new water heater, placing it in mint condition.
The penthouse features an extensive 'modern organic' remodel with premium finishes, including a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, travertine lime wash walls, and high-end fixtures like Buster and Punch hardware.
Located in the highly sought-after South Pasadena Unified School District, the property offers excellent walkability to the Metro Gold Line, Bristol Farms, and local parks, ensuring strong long-term value.
As a top-floor unit with nearly floor-to-ceiling windows and strategic skylights, the residence captures panoramic mountain views and abundant sunlight, creating an airy, loft-like atmosphere.
Built in 1925, the underlying structure may present maintenance challenges or lack the modern common-area amenities found in newer luxury condominium developments.
With a list price exceeding $900 per square foot, the property is positioned at the top of the local market, which may limit the pool of buyers looking for more traditional space-to-value ratios.
812 Fremont Avenue Unit 302 offers a thoughtfully curated penthouse with captivating views in the heart of South Pasadena. Extensively reimagined with a modern organic aesthetic, this sophisticated residence blends warmth, functionality, and understated luxury through earthy materials, architectural details, and highly intentional design. Inspired by loft living yet softened through organic textures, the home balances openness and privacy while offering exceptional livability. With nearly floor-to-ceiling windows and thoughtful placement of skylights, natural light fills expansive living spaces enhanced by premium spot lighting, accent lighting, statement fixtures, and dimmer systems throughout. The completely rebuilt gourmet kitchen was designed for someone who truly enjoys cooking, featuring custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, accent tile, premium appliances, extensive storage, a large island, a paneled dishwasher, and a dual-temperature drink refrigerator with custom finishes. A newly created office and den with built-in soundproofing is accessed through a custom handmade concealed door and features one-way mirrored glass capturing mountain views. Both bathrooms were fully remodeled with custom tile, premium fixtures, and spa-inspired finishes. The primary bath includes a dedicated dual shower system with a rain shower. The second bedroom was enclosed with custom iron French doors while preserving the loft aesthetic. Inspired by travels through Mexico City, the primary suite features a travertine lime wash accent wall, integrated lighting, and custom mirrored barn doors. Additional upgrades include dual-zone HVAC systems, modernized ducting, SPC flooring, European hardware, Buster and Punch wall plates, rapid charging outlets, and a recently replaced water heater. Located in the highly sought-after South Pasadena Unified School District near Bristol Farms & Trader Joe's, this property is in a vibrant neighborhood that includes Cannonball, Shiro, Sid the Cat, Jones Coffee, Piccadilly Grace, Arlington Garden, Garfield Park and the Metro Gold Line for convenient access to Downtown Los Angeles and Pasadena. A highly designed and deeply functional home that balances warmth, architecture, privacy, and livability within one of Southern California's most cherished communities. Sophisticated yet grounded, modern yet timeless, the residence offers an elevated interpretation of inspired living in an incredible location.
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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 | 1,444 | 1,089 | 70% |
| Lot Size | 15,954 | 13,430 | 60% |
| Price | $1.31M | $824.0K | 80% |
| Price per sq ft | $911 | $781 | 70% |
| Built year | 1925 | 1983 | 10% |
| HOA | $520.0 | $500 | 80% |
| Days on market | 24 | 96 | 10% |
May 21, 2026
$1,315,000
Initial Listing
Sep 21, 2022
$1,080,000
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Jul 25, 2013
$550,000
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Oct 18, 2006
$710,000
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Jul 14, 2003
$535,000
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