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$3,800,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,992 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 6 days ago
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Tucked away from the street and surrounded by mature landscaping, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers privacy, tranquility, and space. Located in the highly sought-after Arroyo/Grand area, very close to the Rose Bowl, Old Town Pasadena, and the scenic hiking trails along the Arroyo.Inside, you'll find spacious, light-filled rooms designed for both comfort and entertaining. The large living room welcomes you with warmth and openness, while the generous kitchen with its breakfast area is perfect for casual dining. A formal dining room sets the stage for special occasions, and the expansive family room opens directly to the backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Outside, the tiered yard offers multiple patio spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

Full Property Details for 494 California Terrace

General

  • Price: $3,800,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: P1-24728
  • Updated: 1/9/2026
  • Days on Market: 79 days
  • Added to Site: 79 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Family Room, Primary Suite, Laundry, Walk-In Closet, Separate Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, See Remarks
  • Eating Areas: Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Convection Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Vented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Individual Room

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: None

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Terrace, Patio, Deck

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage, Asphalt, Paved, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Private

Location

  • County: Los Angeles
  • Driving Directions: North of California Blvd. Between Arroyo Drive and Grand Ave. West of Orange Grove Blvd.
  • Direction Faces: West

Community

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof: Composition
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Stories/Levels: Multi/Split
  • Stories Description: Multi/Split
  • Square Feet: 2,992
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey

Lot Features

  • Property View: Neighborhood
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.4014
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 17,487
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Fencing (Description): Chain Link

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,270.05

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, microwave, mounted televisions, and mounted security cameras.

Listed by Engel & Voelkers San Marino, Alice Meng

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  • Alice Meng

    Engel & Voelkers San Marino

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Schools serving 494 California Terrace

School District:Pasadena Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
McKinley School
325 South Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
K-51.6 mi
Blair High School
1201 South Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106
6-81.3 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 494 California Terrace Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/28/2025
Listed
$3,800,000
110.18%
MLS
8/06/2015
Sold
$1,808,000
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Tax History for 494 California Terrace

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$24,758
6%
$2,140,297
4%
2023
$23,419
4%
$2,057,188
2%
2022
$22,598
4%
$2,016,852
2%
2021
$21,667
4%
$1,977,307
1%
2020
$20,780
—
$1,957,034
2%
2019
$20,841
-2%
$1,918,662
2%
2018
$21,293
1%
$1,881,042
2%
2017
$21,068
2%
$1,844,160
2%
2016
$20,647
233%
$1,808,000
256%
2015
$6,195
2%
$507,909
2%
2014
$6,079
—
$497,960
—
2013
$6,081
—
$495,710
—
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494 California Terrace, Pasadena, CA 91105 (MLS# P1-24728) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 2 partial bathrooms. 494 California Terrace is currently listed for $3,800,000 and was received on October 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 494 California Terrace? 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.

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