Altadena Character Home, The Yale House, has a perfect blend of old and new charm.
Altadena home for sale: Beautiful Victorian home is on sale located at 175 E. Altadena Drive. A Victorian home on Altadena Drive? Well that is what I said too. This home is secretly secluded away from the main street. The long driveway will lead you to the wonderful character home abundant with charm and fine details.
The home has been meticulously restored. End result is a property full of history and cherishes modern amenities. The old and new, the past and present has come alive in this unique property.
Features:
Four Bedrooms and two bathrooms
1,899 Square Feet (interior taped)
10,600 Square Feet Lot (public records)
Built in 1901
Formal Dining Room
Fireplace in Living Room
Master Suite
Walk-in closet
Hardwood floor
Here is a marking remark from the listing agent:
Yale House is a 1901 Victorian beauty that has been impeccably restored with high-end finishes and appointments. The almost 1,900 square foot home has all the charm and character of years gone by but with updates that bring the best this modern age has to offer. There are four spacious bedrooms, two baths, a formal dining room with rich wood details and a light-filled kitchen that steps out to a paving stone patio, perfect for entertaining. Exquisite details abound including gleaming hardwood floors, elegant fixtures, remodeled baths, hand-selected period hardware and much more. In addition, there is a breathtaking master suite with soaring ceilings, tree-top windows that wrap the room and a spacious walk-in closet. The house was moved to its current location in 1984 and was painstakingly redone. It is set back down a stately front driveway on a 10,600 square foot lot that makes you feel like you are at a hidden retreat.
Listing Courtesy Dhari Thein, Podley Properties
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- Wed, 14 May 2025 14:12:00 +0000: $1,899,000 :: 1779 Morada Place, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
4 beds, 4 baths
Home size: 2,918 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,602 sq ft
Added: 05/08/25, Last Updated: 05/14/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-22137
Community: Altadena
Status: Active
Elegant Spanish Revival with Modern Amenities and Breathtaking ViewsOriginally built in 1926 and thoughtfully expanded and rebuilt in 2003, this stunning Spanish-style home in Altadena offers the perfect blend of timeless character and modern comforts. With 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, plus versatile bonus spaces, this property is ideal for those seeking style, space, and flexibility.As you walk towards the elegant front entrance and pass the courtyard, you will go in through the double doors and step into the inviting living room, where an arched window frames views of the beautifully landscaped front yard, and a brick-faced fireplace adds warmth and charm. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into a chef's kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, the tiled backsplash featuring decorative tiles, a large center island, and a bar--ideal for both casual dining and entertaining.Downstairs, you'll find a guest bedroom and full bath, a spacious family room with built-ins, and a dedicated home office featuring custom cabinetry and a built-in desk. A charming nook beneath the stairs is perfect as an open music room or reading space.Upstairs features three additional bedrooms, including a primary suite with an en-suite bath, double sinks, and a large shower, and a separate tub. Just outside the primary is an expansive deck that offers sweeping views of the San Gabriel Mountains--a perfect retreat morning or night. A den/playroom with a closet provides even more flexibility and could easily serve as a fifth bedroom.The exterior is just as impressive, with an electric gated driveway lined with blooming roses leading to a 2-car garage and a bonus room/workshop. The backyard is your personal oasis with a covered patio, outdoor kitchen, sparkling pool and spa, and lush landscaping accented by more vibrant roses.From curb appeal, meticulously maintained flowers, to mountain views, this home truly has it all. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Altadena charm reimagined for modern living.The seller is retiring and leaving the area, and has been planning this transition for two years. They have put their hearts into making this house a lovely retreat, and wish the new owner enjoys this beautiful house.
Listed with Veronica Paglia CalDRE: 00926931 | (626) 437-8008, COMPASS
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/! - Tue, 13 May 2025 19:35:00 +0000: $600,000 :: 2669 Glen Ave, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
0 beds, 0 bath
Home size: 0 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,035 sq ft
Added: 04/07/25, Last Updated: 05/13/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-21638
Community: Altadena
The price of this listing was last increased on 4/30/2025 by 15%
Status: Active
Under a mile to Good Neighbor Bar, enjoy the evening air coming and going to see friends. This Altadena lot places you close to everything that makes the neighborhood special, with quiet streets, beloved hiking paths, and local favorites along the Lincoln Avenue Corridor and in Mariposa Village. Currently, Altadena Community Standards allow for a gross structural area of up to 2,758 square feet. This limit does not include an additional allocation for a garage or ADU. Public records indicate the lost home was 1,371 square feet with 3 beds, 1 bath plus a detached 2 car garage. There is a standing unpermitted creative space in the west corner of the lot. This home was destroyed in the Eaton Fire, and the property is being sold as land only.
Listed with Teresa Fuller CalDRE: 01315387 | (626) 483-0710, COMPASS
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/! - Mon, 12 May 2025 16:15:00 +0000: $1,699,000 :: 2577 Boulder Road, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
3 beds, 3 baths
Home size: 2,320 sq ft
Lot Size: 8,856 sq ft
Added: 05/11/25, Last Updated: 05/12/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-22184
Community: Altadena
Status: Active
Incredible opportunity in the country club area of Altadena. This Monterey Colonial was built in 1932 and features three large bedrooms and three baths in 2320sf. Many original details remain, including a stepdown living room, fireplace, and two bathrooms with their original tile and fixtures. Additional features include hardwood floors throughout the home, an expansive front porch, French doors that lead to a large rear patio with pergola, and a generous back yard. Please note this home survived the Eaton fires of January 7. The property has gone through a thorough interior and exterior remediation process including the phase 2 debris removal. There is no garage.
Listed with Kevin Bourland CalDRE: 01486389 | (213) 407-4754, COMPASS
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/! - Mon, 12 May 2025 15:38:00 +0000: $549,999 :: 354 W Harriet Street, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,392 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,955 sq ft
Added: 05/12/25, Last Updated: 05/12/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: WS25105413
Community: Altadena
Status: Active
For visionaries drawn to renewal and community, this 7,952 sq ft lot (approx. 135x59 ft) offers a rare chance to be part of Altadena’s ongoing rebirth. Set in a resilient neighborhood recovering from recent fires, the property once held a residence and now stands ready for new possibilities. Utilities were previously established, and Phase 1 and 2 debris removal has already been completed—moving you closer to breaking ground. With convenient access to Pasadena and major freeways, this lot invites you to reimagine what’s next in one of Southern California’s most inspiring foothill communities.
Listed with WALTER CASTELLANOS CalDRE: 02004730 | 323-557-8195, NEW NEIGHBOR 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/! - Mon, 12 May 2025 14:35:00 +0000: $865,000 :: 490 Crosby Street, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
4 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,233 sq ft
Lot Size: 4,635 sq ft
Added: 04/21/25, Last Updated: 05/12/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: PW25086902
Community: Altadena
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/12/2025 by 2%
Status: Active
Welcome to this inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Altadena. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors and a spacious living room, this home blends comfort with flexibility. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area, perfect for everyday living or entertaining guests. One of the bedrooms has been expanded with a converted garage space, currently serving as a cozy office and bonus room complete with a fireplace—ideal for work-from-home or creative studio needs. Additionally, a wall between two bedrooms has been removed to create a generously sized primary suite, but it can easily be reconfigured back into two separate bedrooms if desired. Step outside to a private, cozy yard filled with numerous fruit trees, offering a tranquil outdoor retreat. A recently installed vinyl fence adds both privacy and style. Located in a highly sought-after neighborhood, you're just minutes from popular restaurants, local markets, top-rated schools, parks, and scenic trails. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a flexible and well-located home in Altadena.
Listed with Carolina Moreno CalDRE: 02042668 | 562-696-6515, Synergy Real Estate
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/! - Mon, 12 May 2025 14:00:00 +0000: $499,000 :: 71 W Harriet Street, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
0 beds, 0 bath
Home size: 0 sq ft
Lot Size: 5,324 sq ft
Added: 05/11/25, Last Updated: 05/12/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-22176
Community: Altadena
Status: Active
71 W. Harriet Street presents an exceptional opportunity to build your dream home on a desirable, charming Altadena street. With Phase 1 and Phase 2 completed by the Army Corps of Engineers, this property offers a pristine blank canvas ready for its next owner. The 5,323 SF lot (measuring approximately 40' x 133') is ideally situated on the north side of the street, where the rear of the lot boasts mountain views and provides ample space for creating your own backyard sanctuary. Located near JPL, scenic hiking trails, and local parks, with convenient access to the 210 Freeway, this site is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and commuters alike. Public records indicate that the lost home was a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom, 1,277 SF residence, making this an ideal foundation for your vision to come to life. Take advantage of fire rebuild rights and ADU fast tracking: build 10% bigger = a 1,404 SF home. Connected to sewer with permit. The home was destroyed in the recent Eaton Fire in January 2025, and sold for land value only, as-is and where-is.
Listed with David Knight CalDRE: 01829234 | (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/! - Mon, 12 May 2025 11:24:00 +0000: $1,649,000 :: 3736 N Hollingsworth Road, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
3 beds, 3 baths
Home size: 2,149 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,027 sq ft
Added: 03/02/25, Last Updated: 05/12/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-21086
Community: Altadena
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/12/2025 by 3%
Status: Active
Welcome to your dream home in the exclusive gated community of La Vina.This stunning single-story estate seamlessly blends elegance and comfort, offering a serene retreat while keeping you conveniently close to the Rose Bowl, Old Pasadena, major freeways, and downtown Los Angeles.Step inside to find an inviting rotunda entry that leads to open hallways and spacious living and dining areas, all bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows. Soaring ceilings and rich wood floors create a sense of warmth and sophistication, complemented by plush carpeting in the bedrooms and elegant tile in the bathrooms.The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring a central prep island, granite countertops, and a sunlit breakfast nook overlooking the rear patio. The space flows effortlessly into the expansive family room, perfect for hosting gatherings or enjoying cozy evenings at home.This home boasts three well-appointed bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with double doors that open to a tranquil private patio--a perfect spot to relax and unwind.Nestled in the picturesque La Vina community, you'll enjoy amenities such as a playground, a sparkling pool, scenic walking paths through oak groves, gate guard, and access to hiking trails in the Angeles National Forest. All this, just minutes from Old Pasadena and a short 15-mile drive to downtown Los Angeles.This is more than a home--it's a lifestyle. Come and experience the charm and elegance of La Vina.
Listed with Megan Ferrell CalDRE: 01705291 | (626) 390-3831, COMPASS
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, 09 May 2025 11:59:00 +0000: $1,000,000 :: 2221 Sinaloa Ave, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
0 beds, 0 bath
Home size: 0 sq ft
Lot Size: 11,679 sq ft
Added: 04/09/25, Last Updated: 05/09/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-21673
Community: Altadena
The price of this listing was last increased on 4/10/2025 by 5%
Status: Active
Past the palm-tree-lined New York Drive and into the Country Club neighborhood of Altadena, find 2221 Sinaloa Ave. This lot has seen loss, but she burgeons now with potential. The garage still stands, looking almost untouched. The yard is green, and the neighborhood is vibrant. Many character homes stand here. There are old-growth trees, and this spot harbors that sense of peace that is synonymous with Altadena living. On this lot, you can build up to 3,919 square feet, plus room for the standing garage as well as an ADU. If 2221 Sinaloa feels like the right place to start something new, welcome home. Public records indicate the lost home was 1,833 square feet with 3 beds, 2 baths, plus a detached 2-car garage. This home was destroyed in the Eaton Fire, and the property is being sold as land only.
Listed with Teresa Fuller CalDRE: 01315387 | (626) 483-0710, COMPASS
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, 09 May 2025 00:06:00 +0000: $1,099,000 :: 508 Stonehurst Drive, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,322 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,996 sq ft
Added: 05/08/25, Last Updated: 05/09/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: CV25103365
Community: Altadena
Status: Active
Stunning Spanish-Style Pool Home in Altadena! This beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in Lincoln-Villa features a luxurious open-concept design, with the kitchen as the centerpiece—complete with a center island, granite countertops, upgraded cabinetry, recessed lighting, and an elegant tile backsplash. Spacious bedrooms and loads of natural light enhance the warm, inviting atmosphere. The upscale finishes continue throughout, including an oversized walk-in shower in one of the newly renovated bathrooms. Enjoy peace of mind year-round with the new roof and air conditioning system. The large backyard is perfect for entertaining, featuring a sparkling pool for those hot summer days and a cozy jacuzzi for therapy and relaxation. The detached garage with plumbing and electrical is perfect for an ADU conversion. Located in a well-established, walkable neighborhood, you're a 6-minute drive to the Rose Bowl and a 5-minute drive to Christmas Tree Lane. This home's location is near major freeways, colleges, art galleries, museums, restaurants, and Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena. Pride of ownership is evident throughout—this is a must-see!
Listed with Kareem Gates CalDRE: 01395282 | 909-949-0605, RE/MAX CHAMPIONS
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/! - Thu, 08 May 2025 12:32:00 +0000: $950,000 :: 1437 Crest Drive, Altadena CA, 91001 - Altadena - Homes for Sale
0 beds, 0 bath
Home size: 0 sq ft
Lot Size: 22,051 sq ft
Added: 04/14/25, Last Updated: 05/08/25
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-21754
Community: Altadena
Status: Active
Located in one of Altadena's most coveted neighborhoods, this expansive half-acre parcel offers a unique opportunity to create a custom estate in a premier setting. The lot is predominantly flat and showcases breathtaking panoramic views of city lights and the San Gabriel Mountains. Previously the site of a 3,929 square-foot residence and once home to a world-renowned musician and former Composer-In-Residence at the LA Philharmonic, it is now a blank canvas poised for redevelopment. The current Altadena Community Standards District Ordinance allows for a gross structural area of up to 6,512 square feet, with additional allotments for a garage or ADU, providing ample space for a visionary design. Both Phases I and II of the property cleanup and debris removal have been completed.
Listed with Steve Haussler CalDRE: 00840777 | (626) 584-0050, 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/!
