1231 Fernside Drive
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
Listing broker / agent: Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc. · Paul Gangi · CRMLS
MLS # 226004700 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 10:49 UTC
About this property
If storybook charm had an address, this might just be it. Welcome to 1231 Fernside Drive, a beautifully updated home tucked away on a quaint, tree-lined street in La Canada Flintridge.Picture-perfect curb appeal welcomes you with a classic white picket fence, colorful roses, lush lawn and a magnificent red flowering eucalyptus framing the home. Offering single-story living with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and approximately 1,554 square feet on a 6,500-square-foot lot, this enchanting property blends timeless character with modern living.Inside, hardwood floors and exposed ceiling beams set the tone, while the living and dining area features a classic fireplace and expansive picture windows filling the space with natural light. A spacious second living area showcases a dramatic white-painted beam-and-plank ceiling, skylights, custom built-ins and walls of windows and French doors opening to the outdoors.The charming kitchen features distinctive cabinetry, stone countertops, farmhouse sink, subway tile backsplash, stainless-steel appliances and whimsical black-and-white checkerboard flooring. Vintage-inspired bathrooms continue the home's character with a clawfoot-style soaking tub, glass-enclosed walk-in shower, beadboard detailing and classic fixtures.Both bedrooms are bright and inviting, with the primary featuring French doors opening to a peaceful backyard retreat surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping. A deck, patio and grassy lawn create inviting spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining or relaxing.Surrounded by picturesque foothills, La Canada Flintridge offers an exceptional lifestyle with award-winning schools, beautiful hiking trails, a neighborhood park just down the street and wonderful local dining.Thoughtfully updated while preserving its warmth and whimsical character, this turnkey, light-filled home is truly one of a kind. Classic, charming and unmistakably La Canada Flintridge--welcome home.
Property details
- MLS number
- 226004700
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,554 (area; units unconfirmed)
- Lot size
- 0.1493 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1948
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 11
Building
- Year built
- 1948
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Asphalt
- Living area source
- Public Records
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Dining Room
- Appliances
- Gas Cooking, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Separate Formal Dining Room
- Flooring
- Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Raised Hearth
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- No
- Patio / porch
- Deck
- Lot size source
- Public Records
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- La Canada Unified
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 |
|---|---|---|
| La Canada Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) La Canada Unified · La Canada | Not reported | 0.1 mi |
| Paradise Canyon Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) La Canada Unified · La Canada | Not reported | 1.0 mi |
| Palm Crest Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) La Canada Unified · La Canada | Not reported | 1.1 mi |
| Mountain Avenue Elementary Glendale Unified · La Crescenta | K–6 | 1.7 mi |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Glendale Unified · Glendale | K–6 | 1.7 mi |
| La Canada High (school website, opens in a new tab) La Canada Unified · La Canada | 7–12 | 1.9 mi |
| Rosemont Middle Glendale Unified · La Crescenta | 7–8 | 2.1 mi |
| La Crescenta Elementary Glendale Unified · La Crescenta | K–6 | 2.2 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
- $1,880,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,880,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 21:12 | $1,880,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in La Canada Flintridge
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
4 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.
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