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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 1,258 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 hour ago

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517 Garfield Avenue,South Pasadena, CA 91030

517 Garfield AvenueSouth PasadenaCA91030

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    517 Garfield Avenue,South Pasadena, CA 91030
    517 Garfield AvenueSouth PasadenaCA91030
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    517 Garfield Avenue,South Pasadena, CA 91030
    517 Garfield AvenueSouth PasadenaCA91030
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Known as the landmarked 'Adobe Eulalia Perez,' this 1924 Spanish Colonial Revival adobe is a rare, gated sanctuary in the heart of South Pasadena, offering extraordinary indoor-outdoor living and authentic architectural character. Hidden behind original walls and a secured entry, the home opens into a private courtyard setting that feels like a tucked-away European village, peaceful, romantic, and completely removed from the street.The main residence features a well appointed 1 bedroom and 1 bath with vaulted ceilings, original beams, details, and preserved period flooring, all carefully maintained and thoughtfully updated to honor the home's historic integrity while providing modern comforts. A beautiful galley-style kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering refined counters, abundant character, and seating for up to four at the counter, flowing naturally to the dining area and a dramatic sunken living room anchored by a rejuvenated original fireplace.The covered courtyard, over 900 square feet, functions as a true extension of the living space, ideal for entertaining or quiet retreat. Highlights include an outdoor fireplace, Jacuzzi, lounge and dining areas, and a private outdoor shower, creating a resort-like atmosphere year-round.A separate guest quarters just off the courtyard provides exceptional flexibility, complete with a Murphy-bed sleeping area, kitchenette, dining nook, and bath, perfect for guests, an art or music studio, home office, or meditation space.A truly special offering for a single professional, young couple, or empty nesters seeking architectural significance, privacy, and proximity/walkability to the South Pasadena community, parks and schools.

Full Property Details for 517 Garfield Ave

General

  • Price: $1,498,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: P1-25494
  • Updated: Today (1/18/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Kitchen, Retreat
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Wired for Data, Stone Counters, Granite Counters, Copper Plumbing (Partial), Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Sunken Living Room, Open Floorplan, High Ceilings, Built-in Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Raised Hearth, Gas, Outside, Patio, Living Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, In Kitchen, Dining Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, 6 Burner Stove, Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Built-In Range, Barbecue, Water Line to Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Freezer
  • Flooring: Brick, Wood, Tile, Concrete

Rooms

Bathrooms

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

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Garage

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: Heated, Above-Ground, Private

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Lanai, Concrete

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Garage, Driveway, Street

Location

  • County: Los Angeles
  • Driving Directions: Take Garfield Ave until it splits by Garfield Park and go north.

Community

  • Community Features: Biking, Park, Suburban, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Dog Park, Curbs

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: See Remarks, Spanish
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Clay, Shingle
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Custom Covering, Blinds, Stained Glass
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 1,258
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Guesthouse, Guest House Detached, Storage

Lot Features

  • Property View: None
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1551
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,758
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Fencing (Description): Privacy, Good Condition, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,190.78

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard

Listed by The Agency, Carmine Sabatella and The Agency, Ryan Delair

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Schools serving 517 Garfield Ave

School District:South Pasadena Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Marengo Elementary School
1400 Marengo Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030
K-50.7 mi
South Pasadena Middle School
1500 Fair Oaks Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030
6-80.8 mi
South Pasadena Senior High School
1401 Fremont Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030
9-120.9 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 517 Garfield Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
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1/18/2026
Listed
$1,498,000
68.69%
MLS
9/19/2018
Sold
$888,000
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Tax History for 517 Garfield Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$11,746
-1%
$990,576
4%
2023
$11,810
2%
$952,113
2%
2022
$11,532
2%
$933,445
2%
2021
$11,328
1%
$915,143
1%
2020
$11,164
16%
$905,760
19%
2019
$9,634
2%
$763,710
2%
2018
$9,426
1%
$748,737
2%
2017
$9,299
6%
$734,057
2%
2016
$8,742
2%
$719,665
2%
2015
$8,602
1%
$708,856
2%
2014
$8,486
—
$694,971
—
2013
$8,513
—
$691,831
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517 Garfield Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030 (MLS# P1-25494) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 0 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 517 Garfield Avenue is currently listed for $1,498,000 and was received on January 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 517 Garfield Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in South Pasadena? You can browse all South Pasadena real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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