874 S Arroyo Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91105
Listing broker / agent: The Agency · Rita Whitney · CRMLS
MLS # P1-28851 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 03:29 UTC
About this property
Discover timeless English-style charm in Pasadena's highly desirable Arroyo Seco neighborhood. Held by only three owners throughout its long history, this enduring residence reflects a rare sense of continuity and place within the neighborhood. Set on an over-sized lot of more than 13,000 square feet, the two-story home offers picturesque curb appeal, generous proportions, and a light-filled floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining.The home features four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with hardwood floors, spacious rooms, and built-in cabinetry throughout. A dramatic two-story vaulted ceiling and wood-burning fireplace enhance the living room, creating impressive volume and abundant natural light. A dedicated office provides an ideal space for working from home, while a separate nursery offers flexibility for a variety of needs.The kitchen, family room, and large dining room with built-ins open directly to an inviting garden patio, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor connection. Surrounded by mature landscaping, and an elegant fountain serving as a picturesque garden focal point, the spacious brick patio with a built-in bar provides a wonderful setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or quiet relaxation.A three-car garage completes the property. With its distinctive architecture, flexible living spaces, expansive lot, and remarkable history of long-term ownership, this gracious Southwest Pasadena home offers a rare opportunity to become part of its enduring story.
Property details
- MLS number
- P1-28851
- Status
- Pending
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 3,195 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.3055 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1925
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 16
Building
- Year built
- 1925
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- English
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Living area source
- Measured
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 2
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Den, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Guest Quarters, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Two Story Ceilings, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Masonry
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet, In Kitchen
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Parking
- Controlled Entrance, Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Gated, Side By Side
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Brick
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Front Yard, Garden
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Brick, Chain Link, Wood
- Property outlook
- Park Greenbelt, Neighborhood, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Curbs, Hiking, Horse Trails, Park, Rural, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Urban
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Nearby public schools
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,995,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,995,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2026 21:00 | $2,995,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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