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Property Description
Discover timeless luxury in this beautifully renovated Italian Revival estate, fully upgraded within the past five years, and located in Pasadena's coveted Bungalow Heaven Landmark District. Bathed in natural light, the home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern sophistication. The spacious living room centers around a striking fireplace, while the formal dining room, framed by elegant French doors, flows effortlessly into the outdoors. The chef's kitchen impresses with top-tier appliances and sleek porcelain countertops, designed for both culinary artistry and entertaining.
The resort-style backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a custom outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and a covered patio with fireplace, chandelier, and TV-perfect for year-round enjoyment. A detached garage with rear workshop and half bath provides excellent ADU potential.
Just moments from Pasadena's best shopping, dining, and transit, this rare offering combines luxury, location, and lifestyle in one remarkable property.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd
General
- Sold For: $1,827,500
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: BB25218779
- Added to Site: 122 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Basement, Family Room, Kitchen, Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Between Lake and Hill
School Information
- School District: Pasadena Unified
Community
- Community Features: Curbs
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 2,382
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1916
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: PSR6
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Lot 6500-9999
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $767.21
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by LA Premier Realty, David Nalbandyan
Sold by Redfin Corporation, Mark Richards
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Schools
Schools serving 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd
School District:Pasadena Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School 1065 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91104 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Charles W. Eliot Middle School 2184 Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi |
Pasadena High School 2925 East Sierra Madre Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/24/2025
Sold
$1,827,500
1.81%
MLS
9/16/2025
Listed
$1,795,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1281 E Orange Grove Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91104 (MLS# BB25218779) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,827,500 on November 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 1281 E Orange Grove Boulevard? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Pasadena? You can browse all Pasadena real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

