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242 S Hill Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
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242 S Hill Ave Pasadena, CA 91106

$1,730,000 Sold Price as of 03/23/2021
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,534 Sq.Ft.
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Property Overview: 242 S Hill Ave Pasadena, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,534 living square feet and 9,634 square feet lot size. Call an Ardent Real Estate Group agent with any questions you may have.

Agent Remarks: 242 South Hill Avenue is an elegantly appointed masterpiece located in the highly sought after Cal-tech, Rose Villa-Oakland neighborhood of Pasadena.Designed by renowned architectural firm Marston and Van Pelt, constructed in 1922, this four bedroom, four bathroom home has been meticulously cared for and recently updated with the finest finishes. Throughout the home, you'll find a grand fireplace, beautiful oak hardwood floors, a gorgeous formal dining room, and living room with stunning beamed ceilings. There are many thoughtful custom built-ins, a bonus family room with a built-in bar, a music room, and also an office, or 5th bedroom.The recently renovated chef's kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances an extra large farm sink, and loads of cabinet space. Just off the kitchen is the mother-in-law's wing complete with an additional bedroom and private bathroom. The grounds of the property are spectacular featuring beautiful fountains, a built-in barbecue, and multiple serene courtyard vignettes to be enjoyed.Also of note, the home was just outfitted with premium Sunpower solar panels and the basement spans the entire length of the home providing an abundance of storage and a wine cellar behind a bank vault door!

Listed by Jermayne Shannon | BRE #01519726 | COMPASS
Last checked: 4 minutes ago | Last updated: September 29th, 2021 | Source CRMLS | DOM: 9

Home details

Lot Sq. Ft
9,634
HOA Dues
$0/mo
Year built
1922
Garage
2 Car
Property Type:
Single Family Home
Status
Sold
MLS#
P1-3357
City
Pasadena
County
Los Angeles
Time on Site
1187 days

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Property Details for 242 S Hill Ave

Interior Features
Cooling Information
  • Has Cooling
  • Central Air
Heating Information
  • Has Heating
  • Central
Laundry Information
  • Has Laundry
  • Individual Room
Fireplace Information
  • Has Fireplace
  • Gas, Living Room
Room Information
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Family Room, Formal Entry, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Separate Family Room, Wine Cellar
Kitchen Information
  • Has Appliances
  • Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (1/2): 1
  • # of Baths (1/4): 0
  • # of Baths (3/4): 0
Interior Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Levels: One
Exterior Features
Exterior Information
  • Has Fence
  • Wood
  • No Spa
  • Spa Features: None
  • Has Sprinklers
Exterior Features
  • Has Patio
  • No Pool
  • Pool Features: None
  • Concrete
Lot Details / Garage and Parking
Parking/Garage Information
  • # of Garage Spaces: 2
  • # of Parking Spaces: 2
  • Has Parking
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage - Two Door
  • Has Attached Garage
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Yard
  • Common Interest: None
Property Information
  • No View
  • View: None
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Parcel Number: 5736010001
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
  • Property is not Attached
Homeowners Association, Utilities, Taxes / Assessments
Utilities Information
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public
Assessment Information
  • No Assessments
  • Assessments: None
Schools
School Information
  • High School District: Pasadena Unified
Location / Neighborhood
Location Information
  • Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Neighborhood Information
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
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Sale History for 242 S Hill Ave

Last sold for $1,730,000 on March 23rd, 2021

  • March, 2021

  • Mar 24, 2021

    Date

    Sold

    CRMLS: P1-3357

    $1,730,000

    Price

  • Feb 27, 2021

    Date

    Pending

    CRMLS: P1-3357

    $1,499,000

    Price

  • Feb 16, 2021

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: P1-3357

    $1,499,000

    Price

  • July, 2018

  • Jul 3, 2018

    Date

    Sold

    CRMLS: AR18073953

    $1,275,000

    Price

  • Jun 21, 2018

    Date

    Pending

    CRMLS: AR18073953

    $1,395,000

    Price

  • Jun 12, 2018

    Date

    Active Under Contract

    CRMLS: AR18073953

    $1,395,000

    Price

  • May 15, 2018

    Date

    Price Change

    CRMLS: AR18073953

    $1,395,000

    Price

  • Apr 2, 2018

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: AR18073953

    $1,525,000

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

    This magnificent property at 242 S Hill Avenue was designed by renowned architectural firm Marston and Van Pelt and constructed at the height of their amazing influence. Built in 1922, this home captures all the reasons one moves to Pasadena. It delivers quintessential California living, combining elegance and informality with relaxation inside or out. You will find the living space of 3,166sq.ft. self-contained and private. Visitors will be impressed by the original flourishes and attention to detail throughout. A grand fireplace is the central anchor of the home. Look up to take in solid beams with intricate design. Make your way from room to room through arched passages and French doors. Relax with guests in the family room at the built-in wet bar. Serve dinner in the formal dining room. It also doesn’t stop at 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms with laundry room and attached garage. We must also mention additional rooms designed by the masters for music and reading. Storage, collecting or display space comes in the form of plentiful built-in shelving and large closets all around. Hobbies, design or vlogging can be undertaken in the large basement below. A myriad of alternative modes of transportation are right outside as the need arises. This address receives a Walk Score of 76 and a Bike Score of 88. World class conveniences are so very close. Do yourself a favor by adding this amazing home to your list of achievements.

  • July, 2018

  • Jul 2, 2018

    Date

    Sold (Public Records)

    Public Records

    $1,275,000

    Price

  • May, 2018

  • May 21, 2018

    Date

    Sold (Public Records)

    Public Records

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    Price

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Tax History for 242 S Hill Ave

Assessed Value (2020): $1,300,500
Year Land Value Improved Value Assessed Value
2020 $878,934 $421,566 $1,300,500

Home Value Compared to the Market

This property vs the competition

242 S Hill Ave sold on March 23, 2021 for 19.92% higher than the current median sold price for the city of Pasadena which is $1,250,000. The median sold price per/sqft for Pasadena is $763 and this home is sold at $424.17 per/sqft which puts the price per square foot 44.41% lower than the current median sale per square foot for the city of Pasadena.

About 242 S Hill Ave

Detailed summary of property

242 S Hill Ave is a single family home that recently sold in Pasadena, CA 91106. This house offered 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, roughly 3,534 living square feet, and sits on an approximately 9,634 square foot lot. 242 S Hill Ave was first listed on ArdentRealEstateGroup.com on February 16, 2021. The homeowner sold the property for $1,730,000. Home in Pasadena are selling for a median price of $1,250,000 and a median price per square foot of $763. Based on Ardent Real Estate Group's Pasadena Market Data, this home is sold 19.92% higher than the current median priced home. Local homes that are currently for sale include 1629 S Oak Knoll Ave, 2760 San Pasqual St and 35 N Raymond Ave #414. While the average home in Pasadena, CA is selling in 51 days, 242 S Hill Ave has a days on market of 9 days. There are currently 278 homes for sale in the Pasadena real estate market and 169 of them are single family homes while 83 of them are condos and 26 are townhomes. For more information on this home for sale at 242 S Hill Ave Pasadena, CA 91106 contact Ardent Real Estate Group and we will put you in touch with one of our Pasadena agents.

Public Facts for 242 S Hill Ave

Public county record property details
Beds
4
Baths
3
Year built
1922
Sq. Ft.
3,166
Lot Size
9,634
Stories
--
Type
Single Family Residential
Pool
No
Spa
No
County
Los Angeles
Lot#
1,2
APN
5736-010-001

The source for these homes facts are from public records.

91106 Real Estate Sale History (Last 30 days)

Last 30 days of sale history and trends
Median List Price
$1,350,000
Median List Price/Sq.Ft.
$777
Median Sold Price
$830,000
Median Sold Price/Sq.Ft.
$672
Total Inventory
46
Median Sale to List Price %
89.73%
Avg Days on Market
28
Loan Type
Conventional (18.18%), FHA (0%), VA (0%), Cash (36.36%), Other (27.27%)

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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2019. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. Display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent.

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