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Property Description
Significant architectural restoration opportunity. Private and palatial 1930 French Norman Estate designed by Marston & Maybury, 10,731+ sqft residence, strikingly elevated on a 2.1 acre promontory above Annandale Golf Club and accessed via long, ascending gated drive from North San Rafael Avenue. A true grandeur of yesteryear - spanning three main levels, with notable four story conical-roofed tower and separate garage wing with chauffeur residence. Opulent public reception, with Great Room and Solarium spaces providing space for regal entertaining. Commercial sized kitchen, adjacent staff quarters and laundry. Additionally; office study, library and large nursery room. Total bedrooms, 9. Total bathrooms, 10. Terraces, broad great lawn, swimmers pool, large motor court, wine cellar, workshop, safe room and cascading water fountain, to highlight a few. Masterfully crafted in 1930 with the finest materials, finishes and details - with most elements in their original, archived condition.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 243 N San Rafael Ave
General
- Sold For: $5,500,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: P1-17671
- Added to Site: 649 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Entry, Primary Suite, Kitchen, Workshop, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar, Utility Room, Office, Living Room, Library, Guest/Maid's Quarters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, See Remarks
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 10
- Full Bathrooms: 7
- Half Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 9
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In-Ground
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Brick
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Garage (Three Doors), Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Please look for the George Penner / For Sale sign at the gated long driveway on North San Rafael. Navigation is sometimes incorrect leading to Chateau Drive but the entrance is on North San Rafael.
- Direction Faces: South
Community
- Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Paid
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: French
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Stories/Levels: Three Or More
- Stories Description: Three Or More
- Square Feet: 10,731
- Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
- Year Built: 1930
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Repairs (Major)
Lot Features
- Property View: City Lights, Trees/Woods, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.1
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Lot Description: Landscaped, Sprinkler System
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Wrought Iron
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $512.53
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Trust
Listed by Compass, George Penner
Sold by Keller Williams Realty La Canada Flintridge, Archie Robb
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Schools
Schools serving 243 N San Rafael Ave
School District:Pasadena Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Octavia E. Butler Magnet School 1505 North Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103 | 6-8 | 2.3 mi |
John Muir High School 1905 N. Lincoln Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103 | 9-12 | 2.2 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 243 N San Rafael Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/15/2024
Sold
$5,500,000
—
MLS
5/14/2024
Listed
$5,500,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
243 N San Rafael Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105 (MLS# P1-17671) is a Single Family property that was sold at $5,500,000 on August 15, 2024. Want to learn more about 243 N San Rafael Avenue? 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.

