#PF24228555, Michelle Runjing Chen Parrish, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker

3901 Elma Rd Pasadena, CA 91107
Property details
About 3901 Elma Rd
Welcome to 3901 Elma Road! Located in a highly desirable East Pasadena neighborhood, this listing offers a rare opportunity to own a spacious home with incredible development potential. Sitting on a 6,835 sq. ft. lot, this 1,619 sq. ft. home, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a den, a finished attic, and a 3-car garage, was extensively remodeled and expanded in 2010. Upgrades at the time include a new roof structure, exterior stucco, drywall and insulation along with new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. With a flexible layout and ample space, it’s ready for a new owner’s vision, whether to move in as-is or modernize over time. The surrounding neighborhood is known for mountain views, newly paved streets and offers a peaceful yet convenient setting near shopping, dining and parks. For those looking to maximize the lot’s potential, this property is a candidate for SB9 and/or ADU development, which allows owners to have up to four units on a single-family lot. Options include building a second unit on the lot, for which the current owner had previously attained ready-to-issue plans, or converting the existing interior space or 3-car garage into an ADU. Whether you're looking for a home with room to grow or an investment opportunity with strong upside, this East Pasadena property is full of potential and a must see to appreciate!
Highlights
Summary
- MLS Number: WS25043244
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: DYNASTY REAL ESTATE
- Office Phone: (626) 232-2624
- Listing Agent: ROBERT HUANG
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 17, 2013 | Home Sold | $510,000 |
Jun 29, 2009 | Home Sold | $350,000 |
May 24, 2006 | Home Sold | $660,000 |
May 23, 2001 | Home Sold | $220,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $612,920 | $7,377 |
2023 | $600,903 | $7,312 |
2022 | $589,121 | $7,031 |
2021 | $577,570 | $6,750 |
2020 | $571,649 | $6,503 |
2019 | $560,441 | $6,552 |
2018 | $549,453 | $6,487 |
2017 | $538,681 | $6,487 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Hugo Reid Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•1000 Hugo Reid Dr
6
Willard Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•301 Madre St
7
Field (Eugene) Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•3600 E Sierra Madre Blvd
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 $71,875. Most Pasadena, CA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 3901 Elma Rd
This home is located at 3901 Elma Rd in Pasadena, CA and zip code 91107 in the The San Gabriel Valley neighborhood. This 1,617 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,220,000.
In February 2025 more than 33 listings in Pasadena, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 7 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 14 were sold below. In February 2025 in Pasadena, CA there were 18.8% more homes for sale than in January. In February 2025 median list price was $1,225,785 and the average listing age was 28 days.