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$3,890,450

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 4,401 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 10 hours ago
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Resting on a 1/2 acre corner lot in San Marino's exclusive Huntington Library neighborhood, 685 Chester Avenue is a timeless Mid-Century ranch ideal for planting roots. This single-story home offers elegant, light-filled living spaces, a private backyard with lush gardens, and a versatile 824 sq ft guest house complete with a full kitchen, living room, and bedroom ensuite. A grand, double-door entry opens to the home's gracious foyer with gleaming marble tiles. To the right, an elegant formal living room with intricate millwork and numerous windows offers the perfect setting for social club meetings, piano practice, or simply relaxing with a good book in front of the handsome fireplace. The heart of the home is found in the centrally located family room complete with skylights and a statement fireplace. Sliding glass doors dissolve the boundary between inside and out while offering peaceful views of the covered patio and lush gardens. Nearby, the kitchen features a large island, abundant storage, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. From the living area, a hallway leads to three bedroom suites resting at the rear of the home, including the luxurious primary. A private fourth bedroom and a hallway bathroom are located off the foyer. The home's serene outdoor areas include a covered stone patio-ideal for weekend brunch-overlooking a grassy lawn and blooming rose garden. The secluded guest house at the rear of the property is updated and fully equipped for visiting loved ones or multi-generational living. Between the garage and the rear gate, you'll find a large and versatile space ideal for extra parking or a basketball court. Set in a picture-perfect neighborhood just blocks from the Huntington Library and San Marino High School, 685 Chester Ave is where the good life stops being an aspiration and becomes reality.

Full Property Details for 685 Chester Ave

General

  • Sold For: $3,890,450
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: P1-26672
  • Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Formal Entry, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Separate Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom
  • Interior Features: Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Family Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Double Oven, Dishwasher
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside, In Closet, In Kitchen

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: None

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Concrete, Stone

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage, Covered, Gated, Garage (Direct Access), Garage (Single Door), Driveway, Private, Street

Location

  • County: Los Angeles
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Driving Directions: South of E California Blvd, West of Sierra Madre Blvd, North of Lombardy Rd. Corner of Lombardy and Chester Ave

Community

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Shutters, Skylight(s)
  • Doors: Sliding Doors, Double-Door Entry, Mirror Closet Door(s)
  • Disability Access: 2 or More Accessible Exits, Parking
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 4,401
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Guesthouse, Guest House Detached

Lot Features

  • Property View: Trees/Woods, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.5295
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Fencing (Description): Privacy, Security

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $883.99

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Trust, Standard

Listed by eXp Realty of California, Inc., Evangelyn Lin
Sold by Huntington Realty Group Co., DEBORAH LO

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    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

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Schools serving 685 Chester Ave

School District:San Marino Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Carver Elementary School, San Marino, CA
3100 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA 91108
K-51.2 mi
Huntington Middle School
1700 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA 91108
6-81.2 mi
San Marino High School
2701 Huntington Drive, San Marino, CA 91108
9-120.7 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 685 Chester Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/28/2026
Sold
$3,890,450
-2.25%
MLS
4/14/2026
Listed
$3,980,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by eXp Realty of California, Inc., Evangelyn Lin
Sold by Huntington Realty Group Co., DEBORAH LO

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685 Chester Avenue, San Marino, CA 91108 (MLS# P1-26672) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,890,450 on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 685 Chester Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in San Marino? You can browse all San Marino real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.