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Homes for Sale in San Marino School District

As we become parents and our kids get closer to school age, the question of where they will go to school comes up.  If you live in or around Pasadena, several public school districts are heard over and over again as having the best schools.  Unfortunately, Pasadena Unified School District is still struggling especially if your kids are middle or high school age.  But communities next to Pasadena like San Marino, South Pasadena, Arcadia and La Canada have stellar schools and kids attending them rank extremely well when taking state exams with API scores being the “proof in the pudding” as they say.

San Marino has been ranked as the #1 School District in Southern California year after year.  However, great public schools come with a high home price tag.  An average priced home in San Marino sold for $1.6 million year to date.

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When my kids were little, we were living in Monterey Hills – a community of condominiums and town houses next to South Pasadena.  A friend of mine suggested that we look for schools in neighborhoods around San Marino where houses were listed as being part of the San Marino School District.  I didn’t know at that time that you could find a home in Pasadena or San Gabriel and still have your children attend SMUSD.

As I researched this more, I found out that when Carver Elementary (one of two elementary schools in San Marino) was built, they needed more kids to enroll.  Kids of elementary age that lived in homes around Carver were extended the right to attend the school.  Those houses were grandfathered and are now permanently on the list of qualified homes that are outside of the San Marino proper, but kids are still able to attend SMUSD.

When I work with families today whose goal is to get into a good school district at a deal of a price, I always see if there are any homes available in San Gabriel and Pasadena with San Marino Schools.  Below, is a list of all these homes for your review.  This home list will be updated “real time” as new homes come up on the market.

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8643 East Sunnyslope - San Marino Schools
8643 East Sunnyslope – San Marino Schools

Homes with San Marino School District (outside of San Marino proper):

  • Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:45:00 +0000: $2,088,000 :: 3024 Shakespeare Drive, Pasadena CA, 91107 - Homes in San Marino School District
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    3 beds, 3 baths
    Home size: 2,268 sq ft
    Lot Size: 10,141 sq ft
    Added: 03/26/24, Last Updated: 03/26/24
    Property Type: Single Family
    MLS Number: WS24059909
    Community: Pasadena (SE)
    Status: Active


    In award-winning SAN MARINO SCHOOL District, this North facing, one-story Ranch style home is a hidden gem, situated on a quiet and serene private street. Recent improvements include New A/C, new sewer sump pump, refinished hardwood floors, new fence. Extensively remodeled in year 2010, this gracious 3 Bedroom home is in move-in condition. The remodeling includes: new roof w/ attic fan, Milgard dual-pane windows, new copper plumbing & sewer pipe, tankless water heater, new hardwood floor installed in sun room, new sprinkler system in front & back yard, etc. An inviting double-door entry, elegant living room features a fireplace and wall of windows with custom drapes. State-of-the-art gourmet kitchen is equipped with Kraftmaid modern Cherry Wood cabinets, Silestone countertops and top-of-the-line appliances, and an adjoining laundry room and guest powder room. A rock fireplace in the spacious family room and the adjoining sunroom has sliding doors open to a large patio and rear garden. The large master bedroom suite features a spacious walk-in closet; a dual sink, jet tub and a stall glass shower in the master bath. The two well-sized bedrooms share a full bathroom with double sinks. Fenced and secured, this tranquil rear yard offers a wonderful place to relax, play & entertain. A perfect place to enjoy the California lifestyle! Within walking distance to San Marino High School, Carver Elementary, Trader Joe’s, CVS, Banks, Post Office, and fast-food shops.

    Listed with KARENA SUJO CalDRE: 01174587 | 626-289-4088, SAFCO REALTY


    Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, Pasadena Views Real Estate Team Inc. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com/free-home-search/!


  • Fri, 22 Mar 2024 17:48:00 +0000: $4,680,000 :: 918 S San Gabriel Boulevard, Pasadena CA, 91107 - Homes in San Marino School District
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    7 beds, 7 baths
    Home size: 5,268 sq ft
    Lot Size: 17,760 sq ft
    Added: 01/25/24, Last Updated: 03/22/24
    Property Type: Single Family
    MLS Number: WS24010158
    Community: Pasadena (SE)
    Status: Conditional


    Gorgeous single family home NEWLY CONSTRUCTED in 2023, located in the #1 award-winning San Marino Unified school district. Meticulously designed, situated in one of the most desirable and exclusive areas of Pasadena. Sitting on a 17,700+ Sqft flag lot, with the main residence and an ADU, this property contains 7 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, and a 3-car garage. The home security system offers a motion-detect feature and records 4K high-definition video footage, connecting to the emergency line. The gated entrance provides not only a luxurious lifestyle but also security and privacy. Its south-facing direction is considered auspicious in Fengshui, also giving the best sunlight. The home’s interior is uniquely customized with a combination of practicality and art. The main residence is a two-story structure configuring 2 spacious Prime ensuites, 3 ensuite bedrooms, and an extra half bath. Entering the double front door, you are greeted by the curved staircase and a gorgeous chandelier attached to the high ceiling. The living room features a beautiful, coffered ceiling and fireplace. Two kitchens are perfect for different cooking and food preparation. Kitchen cabinets are made and imported from Italy. All kitchen appliances, including the refrigerator, wine cooler, oven, microwave, and stove, are supplied by one of the world’s top premium kitchen appliance brands – Miele. This German company product is well known for its great quality, performance, and patented technology. The Prime bedroom features a steam shower and a smart toilet. A detached ADU, with an open floor plan containing 2 beds and 1 full bathroom, is perfect for guest staying. A large backyard has well-designed landscaping, with a decent-sized swimming pool available at the corner of the yard. NO HOA and LOW property tax! Highly sought-after and quiet neighborhood, only a few blocks from shopping centers and restaurants. Less than a mile from the famous San Marino High School. This property has everything you could imagine to be called a home.

    Listed with JACOB SUN CalDRE: 02147802 | 626-888-9808, Pinnacle Real Estate Group


    Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, Pasadena Views Real Estate Team Inc. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com/free-home-search/!


Interested in more information about Greater Pasadena Area cities, check out our City Guides below:

Alhambra City Guide

Altadena City Guide

Arcadia City Guide

Eagle Rock City Guide

Monterey Hills City Guide

Pasadena City Guide

San Gabriel City Guide

San Marino City Guide

Sierra Madre City Guide

South Pasadena City Guide

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Thinking of selling your home? Interested in finding out the current market value of your single family home, condo or investment property? Then call Irina Netchaev at (626) 629-8439 to discuss what is happening in today’s Southern California Real Estate Market.

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