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Property Description
Experience a rare blend of timeless architecture and modern luxury at 968 Palm Terrace, a fully restored and expanded historic residence in Pasadena's highly coveted Washington Square Historic District. Offering 2,301 square feet of living space, this exquisite property includes a brand-new 381 SF ADU, a completely reimagined main residence with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that embodies California living. The home benefits from the Mills Act Program, providing significant property tax savings, while offering a one-of-a-kind lifestyle framed by tree-lined streets of palm trees and cherry blossoms. Inside, the design unites traditional craftsmanship with contemporary sophistication. The 1188 SF newly built addition complements the restored original 732 SF home, creating a 1920 SF Main House with an open floor plan with soaring 13+ ft cathedral ceilings in the living, dining, kitchen, and family rooms. Natural light pours through skylights and Marvin windows, while a Fleetwood 90 corner pocket door dissolves the boundary between indoor comfort and outdoor serenity. The chef's kitchen showcases high-end Thermador appliances, a white oak island, and a stunning custom Marmorino Venetian plaster range hood. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring a Marmorino accent wall, a spa-inspired marble bathroom with steam shower, soaking tub, dual shower heads, and a custom white oak dual vanity. Additional en-suite bedrooms include thoughtfully designed baths, one with a custom waterproof plaster finish and wood accents for a zen-like spa ambiance.Every detail reflects luxury and innovation, including smart home integration: smart thermostat, smart switches, irrigation, appliances, water monitoring and leak detection system, ozone pool app, and Google camera system.Step outside to a new pool and infinity spa with ozone filtration, surrounded by lush hedges for complete privacy. Landscaped grounds feature roses, camellias, boxwood, a Japanese cherry blossom, a cedar deodar and multiple Japanese maples. Enjoy panoramic mountain and treetop views from the 289 SF rooftop deck, framed by oaks, redwoods, jacarandas, and palms. The ADU offers private luxury living with custom Italian cabinetry, marble finishes, stacked washer/dryer, and a 3-panel folding door that opens directly to the pool. Perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income.With new roofs, insulation, copper plumbing, ABS sewer lines, HVAC, drainage, and a whole-house water purification and softening system, this residence is functionally brand new while honoring its historic charm.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 968 Palm Terrace
General
- Sold For: $2,493,075
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 25608887
- Added to Site: 86 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Entry, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Separate Family Room, Guest House, Study/Office, Living Room, Office, Walk-In Closet, Pantry, Patio Open, Dining Room, Dining Area
- Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Hot Tub, Laundry - Closet Stacked, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Turnkey, Open Floor Plan, Detached/No Common Walls, Drywall Walls
- Eating Areas: Dining Area, Family Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Cooking Appliances: Free Standing Gas, Gas, Microwave, Oven-Gas, Range, Range Hood
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Bathroom Features: Double Vanity(s), Double Shower, Low Flow Shower(s), Low Flow Toilet(s), Remodeled, Shower and Tub, Shower Stall, Shower Over Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Family Room: 1
- Laundry: Laundry Closet Stacked, In Unit, Inside
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Heated, Heated And Filtered, Permits, Heated with Gas, In-Ground, Fenced, Tile, Filtered, Waterfall, Private
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Heated, Heated with Gas, Permits, Private, In-Ground
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Security Lights, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Rated Drywall, Fire Sprinklers, Firewall(s), Smoke Detector
- Other Features: GuestHouse, Pool House
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Deck(s), Open Patio, Roof Top Deck, Slab, Wood
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: Detached, Driveway, Driveway Gate, Private, Private Garage, Garage, Garage - 1 Car, Garage Is Detached, Gated, Driveway - Combination, Driveway - Concrete
Location
- Area: Pasadena NE
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Lake to Mountain to Palm Terrace
- Direction Faces: West
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: In Street
- Water: Meter on Property, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Exterior Const.: Detached/No Common Walls, Frame, Hardee Plank, Redwood Siding, Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Combination, Raised, Slab, Permanent
- Foundation: Combination, Raised, Slab, Permanent
- Roof: Asphalt, Composition, Flat, Shingle
- Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
- Windows: Awning, Custom Window Covering, Double-Pane Windows, Drapes/Curtains, Skylights
- Entry Location: Ground Level w/steps
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,301
- Sq. Ft. Source: Developer
- Year Built: 1921
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, New Construction
- Other Struct. Feat.: Energy Efficient, French Doors, Rain Gutters, Full Copper Plumbing, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Slab, Historical, Sliding Glass Doors, Sprinkler System, Custom Built
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: GuestHouse, Pool House
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountains, Panoramic, Tree Top, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1724
- Lot Size: 7508
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 150
- Irrigation System: Drip System, Front, Rear, Side, Sprinkler System, Sprinkler Timer
- Zoning: PSR6
- Lot Description: Sidewalks, Single Lot, Landscaped, Storm Drains, Street Asphalt, Back Yard, Street Lighting, Street Paved, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Corners Established, Curbs, Exterior Security Lights, Fenced, Fenced Yard, Firewall(s), Front Yard, Gutters
- Fencing (Description): Wood, Privacy
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $955.24
- Assessment Year: 1921
Disclosures and Reports
- Inclusions: Appliances, window treatments
- Disclosures/Reports: None
- APN: 5730-022-012
Listed by Forward Real Estate, Luis Carmona
Sold by Compass, Alexandra Halenda and Compass, Joanna Suhl
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Schools
Schools serving 968 Palm Terrace
School District:Pasadena Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School 1065 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91104 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Charles W. Eliot Middle School 2184 Lake Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
John Muir High School 1905 N. Lincoln Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103 | 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 968 Palm Terrace
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Sold
$2,493,075
13.42%
MLS
10/22/2025
Listed
$2,198,000
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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.
968 Palm Ter, Pasadena, CA 91104 (MLS# 25608887) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,493,075 on December 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 968 Palm Ter? 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.

