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$1,895,000

1281 E Orange Grove Blvd Pasadena, CA 91104

4 beds
2 full, 2 partial
2,382 sqft
0.2 acres
$796 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd

Discover timeless luxury in this beautifully restored Italian Revival estate located in Pasadena’s sought-after Bungalow Heaven Landmark District. Bathed in natural light, the home blends classic charm with modern sophistication, featuring a spacious living room with fireplace, a formal dining room with French doors, and a chef’s kitchen with top-tier appliances and porcelain countertops. The resort-style backyard is an entertainer’s dream, boasting a custom outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and a covered patio with fireplace, chandelier, and TV—perfect for year-round enjoyment. A detached garage with rear workshop and half bath offers ideal ADU potential. Moments from Pasadena’s best shopping, dining, and transit, this rare offering combines luxury, location, and lifestyle.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,382 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1916 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #BB25125386
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewMountain(s)

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $1,895,000
  • Price/SqFt: $795
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $11,333
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Front Yard
  • Directions: Between Lake and Hill
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,382 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1916 Acres
  • MLS Number: BB25125386
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: LA Premier Realty
  • Office Email: info@lapremierrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: David Nalbandyan

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 04, 2016
Home Sold
$844,000
Sep 24, 2007
Home Sold
$800,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$979,529$11,333
2023$960,323$11,239
2022$941,494$10,851
2021$923,034$10,406
2020$913,570$10,018
2019$895,658$10,158
2018$878,097$10,045
2017$860,880$10,045

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Longfellow Magnet School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

1065 E Washington Blvd

4

James Madison Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

515 E Ashtabula St

6

Daniel Webster Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

2101 E Washington Blvd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $93,269. The most common annual income of people living in Pasadena, CA is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
17%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

38%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd

The listing price of 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd property is $1,895,000.

The property 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd is a house located in Pasadena, California, 91104.

Active Listing: 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd are: Longfellow Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), James Madison Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Daniel Webster Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), McKinley Arts School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Octavia E. Butler Magnet Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Charles W. Eliot Arts Magnet Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Marshall Fundamental (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Rose City High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cis Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,333 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 4, 2016 for $844,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.

The property 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd is 2,382 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd is 1920.

This home is located at 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd in Pasadena, CA and zip code 91104 in the The Verdugos neighborhood. This 2,382 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,895,000.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Pasadena, CA there were more than 45 sold above asking price, over 30 sold below and more than 9 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Pasadena, CA decreased by 0.8% between May and June 2025. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 34 days, the median list price was $1,232,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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