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San Marino: Demand Continues to Outstrip Supply

San Marino real estate market with its affluent home buyers is suffering from the same lack of home inventory as Pasadena.  There was 50% less homes available for sale this July compared to last year.  And, the price per square foot increased 10.4% while an average price that home buyers need to pay went from $1,630,000 to $2,003,000.

Read More:  San Marino City Guide

Affluent buyers, both local and overseas, are bidding for the opportunity to live in one of the most desirable areas in San Gabriel valley.  With the #1 rated public schools in Southern California, close proximity to museums and parks, and next to shopping, fine restaurants, Caltech and more, San Marino home sellers are able to demand top prices for their homes.

So… what do you get for the $2,000,000 price tag?  Let’s take a look at a few recent solds in that range:

1541 Euston Road

Just half a block from Lacy Park and a few blocks from Huntington Library, this home offers the convenience of enjoying 4th of July celebrations, San Marino parade, strolls through the Huntington Botanical Gardens and being just minutes from South Lake District of Pasadena.

1541 East Euston San Marino

It’s 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with 2,771 sq. ft. on a large lot with over 15,000 sq. ft.

Originally listed for $2,200,000.  It sold in 74 days to an all cash buyer.

1181 Old Mill Road

On the other side of Lacy Park next to the Old Mill, this was a very dramatic and unique estate with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms situated on a 14,755 sq. ft. lot with over 3,400 interior living sq. ft.

1181 Old Mill Road San Marino

Originally listed for $1,990,000.  It sold over asking price at $2,030,000 in only 15 days.  This time with conventional financing.

1922 East California

A beautiful Mediterranean estate representative of California living.  This home is located next to Pasadena’s prestigious Caltech Institute world known for it’s physics and engineering brainiacs.  Locals love Caltech for its earthquake study and updates.  Offering 3 bedrooms and 4 baths, 1.5 stories and almost 4,000 sq.ft., this estate is also on an almost 15,000 sq. ft. lot.

1922 East California San Marino

Originally listed for $1,850,000.  Sold 10% over asking at $2,050,000 in 28 days.

READ MORE:  See all San Marino homes for sale

San Marino California Price Trends:

San Marino real estate market update July 2012


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Interested in more information about Pasadena and surrounding 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 San Marino or Pasadena 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 Pasadena Real Estate Market.


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    4 beds, 4 baths
    Home size: 3,015 sq ft
    Lot Size: 11,993 sq ft
    Added: 10/22/24, Last Updated: 01/24/25
    Property Type: Single Family
    MLS Number: P1-19688
    Community: San Marino
    Status: Sold

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    Listed with Kevin Cheng | (626) 552-8828, KAL Real Estate Brokerage, Inc.


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    $6,200 :: 1480 Avonrea Road, San Marino CA, 91108



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    4 beds, 3 baths
    Home size: 2,523 sq ft
    Lot Size: 8,996 sq ft
    Added: 01/07/25, Last Updated: 01/23/25
    Property Type: Rental Properties
    MLS Number: P1-20391
    Community: San Marino
    Tract: Not Applicable
    Status: Sold

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    Listed with Caroline Ma | (626) 234-9369, Coldwell Banker Realty


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    $5,250,000 :: 635 Winston Avenue, San Marino CA, 91108



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    4 beds, 5 baths
    Home size: 3,874 sq ft
    Lot Size: 12,659 sq ft
    Added: 09/16/24, Last Updated: 01/23/25
    Property Type: Single Family
    MLS Number: WS24191418
    Community: San Marino
    Status: Sold

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    Listed with RHEA BAI | 626-229-2200, RE/MAX PREMIER/ARCADIA


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    $6,300 :: 2900 Shakespeare Drive, San Marino CA, 91108



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    4 beds, 3 baths
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    Lot Size: 11,134 sq ft
    Added: 12/16/24, Last Updated: 01/16/25
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    $2,758,000 :: 1560 Bellwood Road, San Marino CA, 91108



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    4 beds, 3 baths
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    Added: 10/29/24, Last Updated: 01/15/25
    Property Type: Single Family
    MLS Number: PF24185839
    Community: San Marino
    Status: Sold

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    3 beds, 2 baths
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    2 beds, 3 baths
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    MLS Number: P1-20193
    Community: San Marino
    Tract: Not Applicable
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    $5,000 :: 2835 Huntington Drive, San Marino CA, 91108



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    2 beds, 2 baths
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    Lot Size: 6,391 sq ft
    Added: 12/12/24, Last Updated: 01/14/25
    Property Type: Rental Properties
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    Community: San Marino
    Status: Sold

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    $2,850,000 :: 2114 Roanoke Road, San Marino CA, 91108



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    4 beds, 3 baths
    Home size: 3,114 sq ft
    Lot Size: 11,418 sq ft
    Added: 10/10/24, Last Updated: 01/14/25
    Property Type: Single Family
    MLS Number: WS24202178
    Community: San Marino
    The price of this listing was last reduced on 11/13/2024 by 3%
    Status: Sold

    Charming Tudor style home with original character and architectural details situated on a lovely tree lined street in the city of San Marino. Entering the home, you are welcomed into the foyer leading to a spacious living room with hardwood floors and fireplace. The adjoining bright family room has French doors leading out to the backyard. Family gatherings are easy in the adjacent spacious formal dining room which connects to the kitchen and a sunny breakfast room. Next to the kitchen is a separate pantry area. A cozy family den with dark wood panels may also be the study room or fifth bedroom. All 4 bedrooms are located upstairs, including the elegant master suite with windows overlooking the beautiful, landscaped yard. A beautiful balcony nearby the two bedrooms. Attached two car garage with a bonus multi-purpose room. Beautiful front and rear landscaping with mature plantings complete this wonderful home.

    Listed with KARNNIA LEUNG | 626-898-2000, Keller Williams Realty/Pasadena


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    $744,500 :: 2319 Huntington Drive, San Marino CA, 91108



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    0 beds, 0 bath
    Home size: 1,050 sq ft
    Lot Size: 3,246 sq ft
    Added: 10/29/24, Last Updated: 01/14/25
    Property Type: Commercial
    MLS Number: SR24203731
    Community: San Marino
    Status: Sold

    Prime Commercial Investment in San MarinoSituated in the vibrant heart of San Marino’s commercial district on Huntington Drive, this versatile 1,050 square-foot building presents a rare investment opportunity with remarkable flexibility for future use. Featuring seven dedicated parking spaces in the rear and ample street parking in the front, the property ensures convenience for both tenants and visitors. Dual front and rear entrances further enhance accessibility and functionality for clients and employees alike.This is an exceptional opportunity to invest in a prime location in San Marino—don’t let it slip by!

    Listed with Margaret Lynch | 310 502-3996, Margaret Lynch


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