1253 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
OFF MARKET
Listed by Eric Chen, CB RICHARD ELLIS, (626) 757-5717 . Bought with CB Richard Ellis L.A. North Universal City

$1,500,000

Last sold price
  • 8 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • 5,578 sqft (on 0.37 acres)

1253 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104

East Central
Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 20, 2024 for $1,500,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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4
4,608
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0.64
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6,017
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3,022
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Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1239 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.01
-
8
6
4,586
Off Market
1243 E Washington Blvd #1243, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.02
-
1
1
-
Off Market
1241 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.02
-
1
1
-
Off Market
1277 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1275 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
2
1
850
Off Market
1279 E Washington Blvd #1279, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1385 N Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
$1,392,800
4
1
2,544
Off Market
1225 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
1
1
750
Off Market
1227 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
1
1
850
Off Market
1233 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
$965,700
1
1
850
Off Market
1237 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
Studio
1
400
Off Market
1231 E Washington Blvd #B, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
2
1
1,000
Off Market
1231 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
2
1
1,000
Off Market
1237 E Washington Blvd #1, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
1
1
700
Off Market
1237 E Washington Blvd #3, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
Studio
1
300
Off Market
1237 E Washington Blvd #2, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
1
1
650
Off Market
1235 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.03
-
1
1
650
Off Market
1405 N Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.04
$2,459,400
4
3
2,831
Off Market
1291 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.04
-
2
1
825
Off Market
1248 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.04
$1,498,200
4
3
3,240
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1253 E Washington Blvd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1952
0.37 acre lot
5,578 sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Large lotMature landscapingOpen grass courtyardCarpet flooringSpacious cottage-style floorplansGarage and surface parking
1253 E. Washington Boulevard is situated on the corner of E. Washington Boulevard and N. Chester Avenue, between N. Lake Avenue and N. Hill Avenue, just a few blocks North of the 210 Freeway. The property is a short distance to grocery stores, restaurants, parks, and schools. The property is also within minutes to essential frequented city locations— Shops on Lake Avenue, The Paseo, Oldtown Pasadena, Pasadena City College, California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Art Center College of Design and Eaton Canyon Nature Center.
The city of Pasadena is ideally located within Southern California and offers easy and convenient access to all of Los Angeles County, Ventura County, San Bernardino County and beyond through the 210, 134, 110, 2 and 5 freeways as well as the Allen Gold Line Metro Rail station. Significant local landmarks within a 20-mile radius include: The Huntington Library, The Rose Bowl, Dodger Stadium, Crypto. com Arena, Santa Anita Park, Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles Zoo, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Bowl, Universal Studios, and more.
1253 E. Washington Boulevard is a charming property situated on a large lot of approximately ±15,921 square feet. The majority of the units consist of spacious cottage-style floorplans and all units are comprised of wall air conditioning and heating, carpet flooring, vertical blinds, have private porches, patios and/or balconies, and spacious kitchens with gas oven/stove combinations. The property features an open grass courtyard, mature landscaping, garage and surface parking with ample street parking.
1253 E. Washington Boulevard is a prime Pasadena income-producing property and a great value-add opportunity for a short or long-term investment. The property is in a highly desirable centrally located neighborhood and offers stability for any type of investor whether it may be a first-time purchaser, seasoned investor, or those seeking a 1031 exchange opportunity.
1253 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104 is a 8 bedroom, 7 bathroom, 5,578 sqft multi-family in East Central, built in 1952. It last sold for $1,500,000 on Aug 20, 2024 (17% below the $1,800,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,634/month.

Home Details for 1253 E Washington Blvd

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 7
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2Entry Location: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 7Number of Covered Spaces: 7Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 7Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 207

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Not a New ConstructionAttached To Another StructureNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5849008007

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,800,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jun 27 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5578 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.37 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, 1031 Exchange

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Has Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: CV23167957Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 626-757-5717Back On Market Date: Sat Feb 03 2024Common Interest: Community ApartmentUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5849008007-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 20, 2024
Source: CRMLS #CV23167957
Sold
$1,500,000
Jun 28, 2024
Source: CRMLS #CV23167957
Pending
$1,800,000
May 15, 2024
Source: CRMLS #CV23167957
PendingToActive
$1,800,000
May 6, 2024
Source: CRMLS #CV23167957
Contingent
$1,800,000
Feb 27, 2024
Source: CRMLS #CV23167957
PendingToActive
$1,800,000

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$9.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
1.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$779
$27MoM
Available listings
367
22MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

East Central
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What Locals Say about East Central

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Built from what locals say about East Central.
  • 86% say there are sidewalks
  • 66% say there's holiday spirit
  • 54% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 136 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 32 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Gary Goodman
    "Nice people in a historic neighborhood. It’s safe, quiet and a great place to raise a family. It’s home. "
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  • Coffeebucks10
    "Lots of trees and nature And Mountain Views. It is a friendly neighborhood and lots of people out and about."
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  • Trulia User
    "My grandparents loved her for their entire life. They really enjoyed their neighborhood and all the stuff and projects they did for them"
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  • Trulia User
    "I live very close to work so commute is short. I don't use public transportation though often see busses and micro busses."
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  • Trulia User
    "I just commute by car, but ever since the pandemic I work from home. Overall I find the area pretty easy to get around. "
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  • Maryrita
    "There’s always something going on at the park! And every New Year’s Day is amazing to watch the Rose Parade floats come in for two days of viewing! Lastly, we have the best Farmer’s Market every Saturday morning."
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  • Randa S.
    "We love our neighborhood and our neighbors! This is a friendly place and we see many people out walking every day. We are close to great places to shop and there are many great restaurants nearby. We are so happy here!"
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  • Lonnieurbina
    "Walkable neighborhood with cars, ambulances and trucks driving up and down Hill Ave. all day and night."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very walkable. Lots of speeding cars up and DOWN Hill Ave. Public bus and train readily available. Low crime."
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  • Stella P.
    "I see people walking their dogs on regular basis which makes the neighborhood very dog friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Patricia H.
    "We have movie nights at the park by the Police Station in the summer. The Senior Center has events also."
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  • FS
    "This is a very friendly and stable neighborhood with long term homeowners. Walking distance to parks and farmer's market. Approx. 1 mile from a dog park. Easy access by car to all the fun businesses on Lake and Old Town."
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  • lisa r.
    "people are nice and helpful when we need something we ask for help it can get quite get noisy by sirens"
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  • lauren A.
    "The fact that there is so many places within walking distance and it’s family friendly and has a lot of businesses around and everything is easy to get to "
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  • Lonnieurbina
    " Stable walking neighborhood. Low crime. Character homes. Busy streets. Available public transportation."
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Frequently asked questions about 1253 E Washington Blvd

  • What is the price history for 1253 E Washington Blvd?
    1253 E Washington Blvd in Pasadena, CA last sold for $1,500,000 in August 2024.
  • Is Pasadena a buyer's or seller's market?
    Pasadena is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Pasadena?
    The median sale price in Pasadena is $1.19M. That is down $9.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the East Central neighborhood?
    Residents describe the East Central neighborhood in Pasadena, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in East Central, Pasadena.
  • Does 1253 E Washington Blvd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1253 E Washington Blvd in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.

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