This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/37
$2,595,000 Just Listed
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/37
Property Description
The Dahlstrom House, 1949, John Lautner architect. Set on coveted Laguna Road in a neighborhood known for architectural gems, this beautifully preserved home is an extraordinary example of Lautner's early work. In describing a house designed by his mentor, Frank Lloyd Wright, Lautner said, "It just hit me, joy and repose, all at the same time. That's the kind of environment I like." This home is the embodiment of that statement: a serene retreat that surprises you with delights at every turn. The home opens into a wood-clad foyer and then guides you through a hallway of curving wood that reveals the spectacular living room, where a cantilevered steel ceiling floats above walls of glass. The room is anchored by a cylindrical concrete fireplace. A motif of circular forms runs throughout the home. The fireplace is echoed by a cylindrical bookshelf set into the corner glass wall, positioned behind a rounded concrete bench that passes through the glass. The curving wood-paneled walls of the hallway form the wall of a semicircular primary bedroom, whose wall slides open to the living room, bringing views of the garden and fireplace into the bedroom. From the living room, you can look through the open floorplan to the kitchen and a teak -walled office beyond. The floorplan has exceptional flow, with easy access to private outdoor space from every part of the home. The landscaping is impeccable, with Japanese-inspired gardens in front providing privacy from the street, and a massive stone pine standing sentry above the entrance. Uncharacteristic for homes of this period, there is abundant storage space throughout. A beautifully preserved home by one of the most important architects of the 20th-century.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 780 Laguna Rd
General
- Price: $2,595,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 26905521
- Updated: Today (8/28/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Den/Office
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceiling(s), Built-Ins, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Area, Dining Area
- Cooking Appliances: Cooktop - Electric
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Cement, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Linen Closet, Shower and Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Unit
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
- Security/Safety: Prewired for alarm system, T.V.
- Other Features: Shed(s)
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete Slab, Rock/Stone
Parking
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Carport Attached, Driveway, Driveway - Concrete
Location
- Area: Pasadena SW
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: From Avenue 64, north on Burleigh and then east on Laguna
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- School District: Pasadena Unified
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central
- Heating Type: Radiant, Central
Utilities
- Sewer: In Street
- Water: Meter on Property
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Concrete, Glass, Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Slab
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Flat
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Foyer
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,897
- Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
- Year Built: 1949
- Year Built Source: Plans
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Other Struct. Feat.: Historical, Sliding Glass Doors, Slab
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2399
- Lot Size: 10441
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 108 x 100
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Zoning: PSR4
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Fenced Yard, Yard, Street Paved
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,367.95
- Assessment Year: 1949
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: None
- APN: 5715-023-010
Listed by Compass, Robert Moore
Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 780 Laguna Rd
School District:Pasadena Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
McKinley School 325 South Oak Knoll Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101 | K-5 | 2.2 mi |
Blair High School 1201 South Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106 | 6-8 | 1.5 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 780 Laguna Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2026
Listed
$2,595,000
99.62%
MLS
5/05/2009
Sold
$1,300,000
—
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 780 Laguna Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$19,394
—
$1,707,560
2%
2025
$19,394
6%
$1,674,079
4%
2023
$18,356
4%
$1,609,074
2%
2022
$17,714
4%
$1,577,525
2%
2021
$16,990
4%
$1,546,594
1%
2020
$16,295
8%
$1,530,737
11%
2019
$15,047
-4%
$1,378,000
—
2018
$15,673
3%
$1,378,000
4%
2017
$15,249
7%
$1,328,000
8%
2016
$14,203
10%
$1,235,000
10%
2015
$12,966
15%
$1,120,100
16%
2014
$11,240
10%
$969,000
10%
2013
$10,262
—
$877,200
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 780 Laguna Rd
780 Laguna Rd, Pasadena, CA 91105 (MLS# 26905521) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 780 Laguna Rd is currently listed for $2,595,000 and was received on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 780 Laguna Rd? 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.

