PASADENA REAL ESTATE GUIDE
HOME BUYER TIPS AND ADVICE
Are you ready to buy a house? You have come to the right place. Below, you will find links to articles that we hope will be useful to you. Just click on the corresponding link and you will be taken directly to the article. Feel free to browse through these home buying articles. The most important thing for you to know is that you need to be represented and being a home buyer in Pasadena or surrounding neighborhoods is great – why? Because you get real estate agent representation for free! That should put a smile on your face 🙂
When you are ready to begin your home search and would like to schedule a personalized home buying consultation, give us a call at (626) 629-8439. We look forward to being of assistance to you.
How do you calculate your home buying affordability? Here’s great advice from our lender of choice – Calculating Your Home Affordability.
Tips for getting more home for your money – stretch that $. Read 5 tips for getting more home for your $.
Every industry, real estate included, has its own “rules of the game”. It is important to understand the proper etiquette when you are shopping for a home in Pasadena.
An absolutely “must read” when buying a home – 9 Stupid Things Buyers do to Mess Up their Home Purchase.
UNDERSTANDING THE HOME BUYING PROCESS
Okay, so you have an accepted offer, your down payment is lined up… what will you be paying in closing costs? Read what kind of home closing costs should I expect during escrow?
Did you know that there are two types of closing costs when purchasing a home: Understand the difference between recurring and non-recurring closing costs.
What are home purchase contingencies? And, can the escrow be cancelled by a seller? Yes… read how at Pasadena home sale escrow can be cancelled by a seller.
When you buy a home in Pasadena, it’s usual and customary to put a 3% earnest money deposit. Make sure that you understand how to protect that hard earned money by reading the fastest way to lose your earnest money deposit.
Now that you found your home, what kind of inspections should you be ordering? A physical home inspection and sewer line inspection at a minimum!
One of the things that home buyers need to decide on while they are in escrow is how to hold title. Take a look at Property Title Insurance – What is it for and what are your options?
Here are some of the recent homes for sale around Pasadena California:
Learning about homes for sale educates you on the state of the current real estate market.
- Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:12:00 +0000: $1,898,000 :: 3032 Wallingford Road, Pasadena CA, 91107 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 2,110 sq ft
Lot Size: 11,104 sq ft
Added: 11/05/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-24830
Community: 648 - Pasadena (SE)
Status: Active
Welcome to 3032 Wallingford Road, where your new home awaits at the end of a peaceful private cul-de-sac and is located in the Award Winning San Marino School District! This charming single-story ranch home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a spacious living room featuring a cozy fireplace, and a bright family room lined with windows that seamlessly blend the outdoors with the indoors, filling the space with natural light. The generous dining room featuring a second fireplace is ideal for hosting large gatherings or enjoying intimate family dinners.The updated kitchen makes meal prep a breeze, complete with a gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and a sunny breakfast nook, a perfect spot for casual dining or for arts and crafts with the kids. The large primary bedroom includes an adjoining 3/4 bath, while two additional bedrooms share a beautifully updated full bathroom. The generously sized lot of 11,102 square feet offers a private backyard that is a true retreat, featuring a variety of fruit trees and ample space for children, pets, or the gardening enthusiast. It also offers the opportunity to build an ADU! Freshly planted front yard hedge bushes will soon provide enhanced privacy from the neighboring property to the north as the new bushes mature. Additional features include wood flooring throughout most of the home, central air and heat, an attached two-car garage, and automatic landscape sprinklers.
Listed with Reni Rose | 626-437-6000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:39:00 +0000: $2,350,000 :: 2223 S 2nd Avenue, Arcadia CA, 91006 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
5 beds, 4.5 baths
Home size: 3,784 sq ft
Lot Size: 9,427 sq ft
Added: 02/05/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: AR25027165
Community: 605 - Arcadia
Status: Active
Beautiful 2 story executive home on a tree lined street surrounded by other multi-million dollar homes. Stunning entry with high ceilings, marble floors, and custom wallpaper. Living room with fireplace flows to the gorgeous formal dinning area that opens to the kitchen and spacious family room. Downstairs also features a second kitchen, a full wet bar, and an en suite bedroom. There is half bath downstairs convenient for guests and direct access to the 3 car garage. Going upstairs, the are 2 bedrooms that share a Jack & Jill bathroom, an en suite bedroom, and the grand master bedroom. Backyard has an approximate 600 sf patio, an extra large spa, and an assortment of 7 different fruit trees. Located in the highly rated and desirable Arcadia School District !
Listed with Hank Hoang CalDRE: S | 626-523-8787, Treeline Realty & Investment
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:39:00 +0000: $1,175,000 :: 784 Elmira Street, Pasadena CA, 91104 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
2 beds, 1 bath
Home size: 869 sq ft
Lot Size: 4,226 sq ft
Added: 10/15/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 25606555
Community: 646 - Pasadena (NE)
The price of this listing was last increased on 11/5/2025 by 24%
Status: Active
Nestled in the North Central Pasadena neighborhood, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath home offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern comfort. The thoughtful layout provides a sense of warmth, ease, and everyday livability. The living room features a welcoming fireplace that adds warmth and character to the space, flowing seamlessly into the dining area perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. The kitchen combines functionality with beauty, featuring sleek finishes, beautiful tilework, and generous cabinetry that make daily cooking a joy. The bathroom continues the same simple elegance, with soft tones and refined details that create a serene, spa-like atmosphere. A sliding door leads from the dining area to a private back patio, perfect for morning coffee or outdoor dining. The front yard offers curated landscaping, vibrant plants, and 7-foot ficuses that create a lush, private setting, along with a cozy fire pit area ideal for relaxed evenings or casual get-togethers. A separate guest room/office with its own bathroom provides extra space and flexibility ideal for visitors, a quiet creative retreat, or a functional workspace. Situated just minutes from upscale shopping, fine dining, parks, and top-rated schools, this home embodies simplicity, comfort, and timeless Pasadena appeal.
Listed with Drew Smyth | 323-762-5987, Real Broker
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:07:00 +0000: $1,175,000 :: 63 Yale Street, Pasadena CA, 91103 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
5 beds, 2.75 baths
Home size: 1,484 sq ft
Lot Size: 9,505 sq ft
Added: 08/27/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: SR25192949
Community: 645 - Pasadena (NW)
Status: Active
Duplex on Expansive Lot -Discover a rare gem in the heart of Pasadena! Huge Lot with Endless Potential! This well maintained duplex spans 1,484 sq ft on a 9,501 sq ft lot, in the sought-after 91103 Zip Code. With a total of 5 bedrooms. Front Unit 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 3 bedrooms 1.75 bathrooms at Rear Unit, and a Shed that was roughly used as another dwelling unit, all of this and there is still a huge backyard leftover. *This property offers incredible flexibility-ideal for multigenerational living, rental income or future development. *KEY FEATURES: Front unit offers 2 bedroom & 1 bathroom, hardwood floors, open concept kitchen a decorative fireplace with built-ins. Rear unit offers 3 bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms with cozy yet functional layout & private entrance-perfect for extended family, guests, or rental tenants. *Location Perks: Minutes to Old Town Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, Brookside Park, CalTech, & Pasadena's top-rated schools. Easy access to the 210 & 134 freeways, Metro Gold Line, and outdoor recreation spots. *Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in a highly desirable neighborhood. *Highlights: Zoned R2- Explore the possibility of converting the duplex into a stunning single-family home, with an ADU. Or finish the *ALREADY* there Shed that can be converted to a Third Dwelling Unit, *Prime for future appreciation in a high demand market. *This is more than a home-it's an opportunity with so many possibilities! Don't pass up this unique opportunity to own a piece of Pasadena history with built-in income or multigenerational living flexibility. *Whether you're an investor, homeowner, or developer, 63-65 Yale Street offers unmatched potential in a fantastic Pasadena location.
Listed with Claudia Perez | 661-466-8504, CP Real Estate Company
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:07:00 +0000: $4,999,000 :: 1527 E California Boulevard, Pasadena CA, 91106 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
4 beds, 4.75 baths
Home size: 5,139 sq ft
Lot Size: 44,105 sq ft
Added: 11/05/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-24828
Community: 648 - Pasadena (SE)
Status: Active
Secluded beyond lush hedges and a private gate, this distinguished 1923 estate by celebrated and important architect Reginald Johnson embodies timeless elegance and is located on a full level acre just north of The Huntington Library. Spanning over 5,000 square feet, the home's gracious interiors begin with a wood-paneled central hall which opens up to a light-filled living room with three French doors, an elegant dining room and a chef's kitchen with generous island, butler's pantry, and breakfast nook. Its grand staircase leads to two of three spacious guest suites and the primary retreat offering abundant closets and a marble-clad bath. The already stately colonial revival style home transcended its own stature with a massive neomodernist Main Room addition in 1991 with a commanding presence that sets up long views up and down the giant herringbone brick patio, sparkling pool and landscaped gardens, serving as a library, art gallery and/or primary indoor/outdoor entertainment area. A lighted championship north-south tennis court with gazebo, multiple patios and an orchard allows for refined entertaining and expansive play. Fenced and hidden from the street by dense greenery, the estate affords both total privacy and the capacity to be an alluring social hub. Down the street from Caltech and South Lake Avenue with easy access to Greater Los Angeles, this complete property is absolutely one of a kind and on the market for the first time in nearly half a century.
Listed with David Knight CalDRE: E | 626-657-0359, Keller Williams 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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:07:00 +0000: $1,050,000 :: 951 N Allen Avenue, Pasadena CA, 91104 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,304 sq ft
Lot Size: 5,642 sq ft
Added: 11/05/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 25615073
Community: 646 - Pasadena (NE)
Status: Active
Welcome to this charming Traditional home in Pasadena, perfectly situated between Orange Grove and Washington. The property features a main house with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, plus a beautifully remodeled guest house (not an ADU) offering an additional 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom ideal for guests, a home office, or rental income potential. The property also offers ample parking for up to six cars side by side behind the house. This is a rare convenience in this sought-after neighborhood. Inside, enjoy bright, airy living spaces with lovely mountain views, and relax by the cozy wood-burning fireplace. The home features laminated wood flooring, updated lighting, and modernized electrical outlets throughout. Located within walking distance of Pasadena Unified Schools, the Norton Simon Museum, and the Rose Bowl, this home offers both charm and accessibility. Enjoy close proximity to the 210, 134, and 110 freeways, as well as the shopping, dining, and entertainment of Old Town Pasadena. Well-maintained and full of character, this property presents a wonderful opportunity to own a beautiful home in one of Pasadena's most desirable neighborhoods. Sprinkled with love. Yes. This is the one.
Listed with Keller Williams Beverly Hills
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:29:00 +0000: $1,750,000 :: 273 Oakhurst Lane, Arcadia CA, 91007 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
5 beds, 3 baths
Home size: 2,603 sq ft
Lot Size: 11,200 sq ft
Added: 08/14/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: WS25174157
Community: 605 - Arcadia
The price of this listing was last reduced on 11/5/2025 by 3%
Status: Active
This charming single-story residence is located on a tree lined cul-de-sak in north of Arcadia. Offering a sunny south-facing orientation. The home boasts numerous upgrades including fresh interior paint, new flooring in two bedrooms, brand new built in appliances: an oven, microwave, range hood, cooktop and dishwasher. Recessed lights throughout the whole house. This specious 5 bedrooms (2603 sq.ft) 3 bathrooms sits on a generous 11199 sq.ft rectangular flat lot. The specious back yard features multiple fruit trees, perfect for outdoor relaxation. The convenience of prime location, close to shopping mall, the Arboretum, park and hospital, with easy access to the 210 freeway.
Listed with SUHONG ZHU | 626-288-0289, HUNTINGTON REALTY GROUP CO.
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:29:00 +0000: $1,195,000 :: 491 Mercedes Avenue, Pasadena CA, 91107 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,534 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,800 sq ft
Added: 09/15/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-24113
Community: 646 - Pasadena (NE)
The price of this listing was last reduced on 10/13/2025 by 6%
Status: Active
Charming Pasadena Home - As-Is Sale!This inviting home features classic touches such as crown molding, wainscoting, and a wood-burning fireplace, complemented by hardwood flooring throughout most of the living areas.The dining room and bedrooms are enhanced with wood shutters, while ceiling fans in every room and newer HVAC with heating and cooling provide year-round comfort. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the home is equipped with vinyl windows for efficiency.Appliances including refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer are included (no warranty), along with convenient garage shelving for extra storage. A double-wide driveway ensures ample parking.This property presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking character, functionality, and value in the heart of Pasadena.
Listed with James Bonaccorso | 626-755-3223, Bona Corso & Associates
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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:48:00 +0000: $1,675,000 :: 1033 Indiana Avenue, South Pasadena CA, 91030 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
4 beds, 3 baths
Home size: 2,894 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,750 sq ft
Added: 11/05/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-24827
Community: 658 - So. Pasadena
Status: Active
versatile South Pasadena gem offering two living spaces on one lot in a beloved, tree-lined neighborhood. The front home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, filled with natural light and an easy, comfortable flow. In the rear, you'll find a 2 bedroom / 1 bath unit, ideal for extended household living, guests, creative workspace, or supplemental rental income. The property also retains its original garage, offering storage, and parking. While the homes are ready to be enjoyed as-is, there is a wonderful opportunity here to add personal updates and value over time. The overall condition is solid, making this a great canvas to enhance at your own pace.Located in the highly regarded South Pasadena School District, this address brings you close to everything that makes the community so special -- stroll to the charming Mission Street corridor for coffee, boutiques, and dining, browse the Thursday Farmers' Market, or explore local parks and historic streetscapes that make the city feel both warm and connected.You're also conveniently positioned near Pasadena, Highland Park, and the vibrant neighborhoods of Northeast LA, with easy access to the Metro and nearby freeways while still maintaining a peaceful residential feel.A rare opportunity to create your vision in one of the most sought-after pockets of South Pasadena. Welcome home.
Listed with Nabil Suleiman | 661-904-1725, Atlas Elm 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/! - Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:54:00 +0000: $1,395,000 :: 2100 Rose Villa Street, Pasadena CA, 91107 - Luxury Homes around Pasadena
2 beds, 1.75 baths
Home size: 1,384 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,927 sq ft
Added: 11/04/25, Last Updated: 11/05/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-24823
Community: 646 - Pasadena (NE)
Status: Active
Located in the desirable Rose Villa neighborhood, this beautifully maintained traditional home blends timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates. Featuring 2 spacious bedrooms with custom closets and 2 updated bathrooms, the home offers a warm and inviting flow throughout. The large living room includes a fireplace, crown molding, and French doors opening to a private side porch, perfect for a quiet morning coffee or evening unwind. The remodeled kitchen features tile floors, marble countertops, pull-out pantry drawers, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. The light-filled dining room with chair railing opens through French doors to the back Trex deck--a true outdoor living space ideal for entertaining, complete with a TV and Sunbrella shade for al fresco dining or relaxing in front of the TV. Additional highlights include hardwood floors throughout most of the home, California basement, Ring doorbell, Nest thermostat, security system, Lutron lighting, and recessed lights in nearly every room. A separate studio offers a versatile bonus space with modern touches--perfect for an office, gym, or creative retreat. The immaculately landscaped front yard enhances curb appeal, while the private backyard, lined with manicured boxwood trees, provides a peaceful retreat. A detached two-car garage includes built-in storage cabinets, adding even more functionality. There is ample storage inside and out. A truly special home in one of Pasadena's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Listed with Shereen Kelly | 626-827-5000, Coldwell Banker 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/!
