2285 E Orange Grove Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91104
Listing broker / agent: COMPASS · Cynthia Salcido · CRMLS
MLS # P1-29037 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 06:23 UTC
About this property
Step into a masterclass of architectural storytelling at 2285 E Orange Grove Boulevard. This 1920s French Revival estate seamlessly bridges the gap between historic soul and modern sensibilities. A formal entry way greets you at the door as you enter the home. A grand fireplace mantel from Normandy anchors the living space, while the dining room features an exquisite antique German hutch. Nearby is the kitchen with a pass through, making dinner parties a breeze. The main-level primary suite boasts hand-carved Indian doors and features a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms and a second bath complete the main floor, while a versatile upstairs loft with a private half bath offers the ultimate creative retreat or den. The floor plan is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, with multiple access points to spacious patios. Guests enjoy total autonomy in a detached exterior suite, accessible via its own spiral staircase. The grounds are an escape from the everyday, centered around an in-ground spa, a cascading waterfall, and an opulent iron gazebo. Don't miss the dedicated gym/studio complete with its own 3/4 bathroom and steam shower. Despite its vintage roots, this is a forward-thinking residence equipped with fully paid solar and a Tesla charging station. Formerly the residence of renowned violin maker Gustav Fassauer-Ferron, the property resonates with an artistic legacy that's been meticulously preserved for the modern connoisseur.
Property details
- MLS number
- P1-29037
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 5 Baths
- Living area
- 3,232 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.2087 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1928
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 14
Building
- Year built
- 1928
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Living area source
- See Remarks
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 3
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Exercise Room, Kitchen, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
- Interior features
- Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Loft, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 5
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Carport spaces
- 4
- Parking
- Carport, Garage
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- In Ground
- Lot size source
- Public Records
- Property outlook
- None
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Street Lights, Sidewalks
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Norma Coombs Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | K–5 | 0.3 mi |
| Thurgood Marshall Secondary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 6–12 | 0.6 mi |
| Pasadena High (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 9–12 | 0.7 mi |
| Webster Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 0.8 mi |
| Learning Works (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 6–12 | 1.0 mi |
| Hamilton Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 1.2 mi |
| Twentieth Street Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| Options For Youth - Duarte, Inc (school website, opens in a new tab) Duarte Unified · Pasadena | 7–12 | 1.4 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
- $1,999,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,999,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 06:03 | $1,999,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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