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Altadena,CA 91001
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 960 sqft
Price per Sqft $883
MLS Listing ID SW25218553
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Year Built 1947
Lot Size 7,583 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
***Charming Altadena Fixer with Huge Potential***For the first time in decades, this cherished family home is ready for its next chapter. Lovingly lived in by the same family for generations, this property offers a rare opportunity to create your dream home in one of Altadena's most desirable neighborhoods — just steps from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and with easy access to Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, hiking trails, and more. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, the setting is secluded and serene, surrounded by mature trees and a strong sense of community — ideal for those seeking a calm retreat with easy access to city life. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-story residence offers approx. 960 sq ft of living space on a generous 7,586 sq ft lot perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or expansion. Built in 1947, it features original charm, solid craftsmanship, and a layout full of potential. While it does need updating and loving TLC, the home radiates warmth and history — a true blank canvas for someone with vision. A standout feature is the detached 2-car garage, offering excellent potential for an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), guesthouse, studio, or rental income opportunity — adding both flexibility and value. This is more than a house — it's a home that has been filled with love for many years, now ready for someone new to make it their own. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to build equity in a prime location, this property has significant upside potential. Bring your imagination, your toolbox, and your dreams — and come unlock the full potential of this Altadena gem.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area 604 - Altadena
Interior
Heating Floor Furnace,Natural Gas
Cooling Wall/Window Unit(s)
Flooring Carpet,Tile,Vinyl
Fireplaces Type Family Room,Masonry
Laundry Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lighting,Rain Gutters
Parking Features Concrete,Door-Multi,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Gated,On Site,Private,See Remarks
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Chain Link,Wood
Pool None
Community Features Biking,Foothills,Hiking,Street Lights,Suburban
Utilities Available Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
View Y/N Yes
View City Lights,Hills,Neighborhood,Trees/Woods
Roof Type Composition
Building
Lot Description Back Yard,Front Yard,Rectangular Lot,Trees,Yard
Dwelling Type House
Story 1
Foundation Raised
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction No
Schools
School District Pasadena Unified
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
Listing Terms Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
Special Listing Condition Standard