#P1-20527, Timothy Durkovic, Listing office: Christie's RE SoCal
1200 S Arroyo Blvd Pasadena, CA 91105
Property details
About 1200 S Arroyo Blvd
Welcome to one of Pasadena’s most extraordinary legacy properties, an architectural masterpiece blending historic English Arts & Crafts design with thoughtful modern updates, nestled on over 3.5 acres of flat and gated grounds in the prestigious South Arroyo neighborhood of SW Pasadena. Originally built in 1915 by renowned architect Stiles O. Clements who designed the Hollywood Park Racetrack and Beverly Hills High School, this grand English Revival estate, also known as the Chandler House, was later expanded in 1931 by Kenneth A. Gordon and served as the 50th Annual Pasadena Showcase House of Design in 2014. With nearly 12,000 square feet of combined living space, including close to 10,000 square feet in the main residence and nearly 1,300 square feet in the restored two-story carriage house, this estate offers both grand scale and architectural integrity. The home underwent a meticulous, top-to-bottom restoration in 2021–2022, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort and convenience. Inside the main house, the signature architectural details include a 24x40 redwood-paneled Great Room with hand-hewn beams, leaded glass windows, a massive fireplace, and oak floors. The home features 6 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, with 4 en-suite bedrooms upstairs, as well as cozy family spaces, a TV lounge, a spacious laundry room, and a remodeled third-floor flex space. A stunning modern kitchen with Viking appliances, a breakfast area, and an adjacent formal dining room providing an excellent space for hosting gatherings, celebrations, and memorable holiday parties. The re-designed wine cellar and tasting room on the lower level are perfect for hosting in style. Beyond the main residence, the beautifully restored two-story carriage house comes equipped with a guest room, bathroom, kitchenette, sitting area and it’s own private entrance. Step outside into a private botanical paradise. including a pool with bathhouse, outdoor kitchen with BBQ and sound system, lily pond with water fountain, rose garden, and much more. a rare spring-fed well system updated in 2022 that supplies irrigation through three holding tanks. This is more than a home, it’s a private retreat with a rich legacy, conveniently located close to the Rose Bowl, San Rafael Bridge, DTLA and minutes from all Pasadena has to offer. A Rare Opportunity to own a timeless estate of scale, privacy, and provenance, beautifully preserved and ready to begin its next chapter.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 8
- Appliances: Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: All Bedrooms Up, Atrium, Dressing Area, Jack and Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Walk-In Pantry, Wine Cellar, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Fireplace: Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Outside, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 7
- Garage Space: 5 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- View: Trees/Woods
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Gas, Zoned
- List Price: $13,950,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,237
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $79,660
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped
- Directions: West of Orange Grove Blvd.
- Year Built: 1915
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 11,275 SqFt
- Lot Size: 3.5219 Acres
- MLS Number: TR25114257
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Universal Elite Inc.
- Office Email: michaelsu830@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Zhongmin Su
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Dec 07, 2012 | Home Sold | $5,800,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $7,059,727 | $79,660 |
2023 | $6,921,302 | $78,987 |
2022 | $6,785,591 | $76,204 |
2021 | $6,652,541 | $73,048 |
2020 | $6,584,329 | $70,274 |
2019 | $6,455,226 | $71,674 |
2018 | $6,328,654 | $70,931 |
2017 | $6,204,563 | $70,931 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
San Pascual STEAM Magnet
Public Magnet KG-5
0.7 mi
•815 San Pascual Ave
8
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•335 El Centro St
5
San Rafael Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1090 Nithsdale Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $171,591. Residents of Pasadena, CA typically earn $200k+ each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 1200 S Arroyo Blvd
The listing price of 1200 S Arroyo Blvd property is $13,950,000.
The property 1200 S Arroyo Blvd is a house located in Pasadena, California, 91105.
Active Listing: 1200 S Arroyo Blvd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1200 S Arroyo Blvd are: San Pascual STEAM Magnet (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Arroyo Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), San Rafael Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Luther Burbank Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), South Pasadena Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), McKinley Arts School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Blair High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Pasadena High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Puc Cals Middle School and Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $79,660 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 7, 2012 for $5,800,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1200 S Arroyo Blvd has 7 bedrooms and 8 full and 3 half bathrooms.
The property 1200 S Arroyo Blvd is 11,275 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1200 S Arroyo Blvd is 1915.
This home is located at 1200 S Arroyo Blvd in Pasadena, CA and zip code 91105 in the The Verdugos neighborhood. This 11,275 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 3.52 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $13,950,000.
Over 45 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Pasadena, CA. In the same period over 30 listings were sold below the listed price and 9 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Pasadena, CA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 0.8%. In June 2025 median list price was $1,232,000 and the average listing age was 34 days.