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Property Description
Duplex! Set on a peaceful street bordering the coveted Bungalow Heaven neighborhood, this distinctive Pasadena duplex offers exceptional potential for investors, owner-users, and creative visionaries alike. The property features two separate residences, including a studio unit and a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath unit, providing flexibility for rental income, multi-generational living, or a live/work lifestyle.Brimming with personality, the interiors showcase an eclectic aesthetic with vibrant colors and artistic touches throughout. The 2-bedroom unit enjoys direct access to a deck, creating an inviting setting for outdoor relaxation, dining, and entertaining. A detached garage currently functions as a workshop, while an additional separate room serves as an artist's studio, creating inspiring spaces for makers, artists, and entrepreneurs.Outside, mature fruit trees enhance the backyard setting, offering a peaceful retreat for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying Pasadena's year-round sunshine. Conveniently located near local dining, shopping, parks, and transportation, this character-filled property serves as an inspiring canvas for restoration, customization, and creative expression, offering the next owner an opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine a truly distinctive Pasadena property.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 588 N Chester Ave
General
- Price: $980,000
- Status: Pending
- Type: Duplex
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: P1-27949
- Updated: 8/22/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Kitchen, Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Eating Areas: In Kitchen, Area
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Gas Oven
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, In Closet, Stackable
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Wood, Patio
Parking
- Parking: Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: North of Villa Ave, South of Orange Grove Avenue, West of Hill Avenue
Community
- Community Features: Street Lights
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None, Ductless
- Heating Type: Gravity, Ductless
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Duplex
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,840
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1924
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1705
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,427
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Zoning: PSR6
- Lot Description: No Sprinklers
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $532.61
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Inclusions: All appliances are included in the sale of the property.
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Schools
Schools serving 588 N Chester Ave
School District:Pasadena Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School 1065 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91104 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Charles W. Eliot Middle School 2184 Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Pasadena High School 2925 East Sierra Madre Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 588 N Chester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/10/2026
Listed
$980,000
373.43%
MLS
12/22/1998
Sold
$207,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 588 N Chester Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,246
7%
$324,495
4%
2023
$3,955
2%
$311,896
2%
2022
$3,874
6%
$305,781
2%
2021
$3,668
4%
$299,786
1%
2020
$3,533
—
$296,713
2%
2019
$3,538
—
$290,896
2%
2018
$3,528
1%
$285,193
2%
2017
$3,478
3%
$279,602
2%
2016
$3,388
1%
$274,120
2%
2015
$3,349
2%
$270,003
2%
2014
$3,293
—
$264,715
—
2013
$3,292
—
$263,519
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 588 N Chester Ave
588 N Chester Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106 (MLS# P1-27949) is a Duplex property with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 588 N Chester Avenue is currently listed for $980,000 and was received on July 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 588 N Chester Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Pasadena? You can browse all Pasadena real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

