1714 Ramona Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
Listing broker / agent: Pinnacle Real Estate Group · Yi Lien Lin · 626-589-9238 · CRMLS
MLS # AR26167949 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 05:50 UTC
About this property
Rare 1917 Transitional Craftsman with stunning renovations, set on a quiet tree-lined street under towering palms in South Pasadena. The home carries captivating lore from its very first owner, a dentist who ran a clever Prohibition-era operation. Treating patients in the sunlit parlor served as the perfect front, while the backyard gave discreet access to his clandestine speakeasy upstairs. Extensively remodeled and newly finished while preserving its character-defining Craftsman woodwork, this unique historic property offers the pristine feel of a new home. Major upgrades include a new roof, dual-zone HVAC, and dual-pane tempered windows. A welcoming front porch leads into a formal living room anchored by 1917 Philippine Mahogany colonnades and an inglenook fireplace with artisan tile. Double French doors reveal an impressive two-story foyer featuring Italian Carrara checkerboard marble and a cascading chandelier, opening into the bright historic parlor. The kitchen is appointed with Monet Garden Marble counters and backsplash, custom cabinetry, a prep island, and breakfast peninsula, along with Sub-Zero refrigerator, 6-burner Wolf range with pot filler, and Cove dishwasher. A private main-floor wing features a designer bath with a floating Calacatta Viola marble vanity, an en-suite multi-generational bedroom, and a 5th bedroom, both opening through sliding glass doors to the rear deck. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite rests beneath authentic 1917 exposed timber trusses from the speakeasy past. This private wing offers a sitting lounge, window daybed nook, open dressing room, two finished storage rooms, and a spa-inspired bath with Calacatta Viola marble, deep soaking tub, and frameless glass shower. Two additional bedrooms overlook the tree canopy, one with a secret play nook under the roofline. Kohler Collection fixtures are featured throughout. The flat, nearly 9,300 sqft grounds offer exceptional outdoor living with prime ADU potential. A raised deck with a retractable awning steps down to a geometric paver terrace, a lush lawn, and a mature shade tree. A long driveway with 220V 50amp EV charging leads to the detached oversized garage with workshop/studio space. Located in the sought-after South Pasadena school district with middle and high schools just 7-8 min walk away, you are moments from Garfield Park, local cafes, and the vibrant weekly South Pasadena Farmers Market. This home combines timeless character with modern livability.
Property details
- MLS number
- AR26167949
- Status
- Pending
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 5 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 3,204 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.2124 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1917
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 5
Building
- Year built
- 1917
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Craftsman, Traditional
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Shingle
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Living area source
- Plans
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 4
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceilings, Dry Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Paneling Wainscoting, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Sunken Living Room, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Masonry, See Remarks
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Stacked
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 5
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Oversized
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Deck, Front Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features
- Awnings
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Courtyard, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Dog Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Middle / junior school
- South Pasadena
- High school
- South Pasadena
- High school district
- South Pasadena
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | 9–12 | 0.2 mi |
| South Pasadena Middle South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | 6–8 | 0.3 mi |
| Marengo Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | K–5 | 0.5 mi |
| Monterey Hills Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | K–5 | 0.6 mi |
| Sierra Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | K–5 | 0.9 mi |
| Park Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Alhambra Unified · Alhambra | K–8 | 1.0 mi |
| Emery Park Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Alhambra Unified · Alhambra | K–8 | 1.3 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,998,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,998,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2026 23:45 | $2,998,000 |
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