1261 N  Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
SOLD
NOV 5, 2025
Listed by Julia Kwon, Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic, (626) 440-5100 . Bought with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

1261 N Raymond Ave
Pasadena, CA 91103

North Central
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,423 sqft

$1,180,000

Last Sold: Nov 5, 2025
2% below list $1.2M
$487/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,183/mo*

$1,180,000

Last Sold: Nov 5, 2025
2% below list $1.2M
$487/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,183/mo*
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,423 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

A thoughtfully landscaped front yard with succulents and fruit trees introduces this Pasadena bungalow, blending timeless character with modern updates. The welcoming covered porch opens to a spacious living room anchored by a fireplace and filled with natural light from large windows. Oversized pocket doors lead to the formal dining room with built-in cabinetry, creating a warm and inviting setting. An arched opening with a peninsula connects seamlessly to the expansive kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances, a window overlooking the outdoors, and direct access to the backyard.Just beyond the kitchen, a 3/4 bath with dual sinks and a separate water closet with shower opens to a large laundry room, combining function and convenience. A connecting hallway, accessible from both the kitchen and the living room, leads to a bedroom, the staircase to the second floor--illuminated by a large window--and access to the basement, currently staged as a media and creative studio with space for music, streaming, or recreation.The upper level offers four bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom. The additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. A walk-in hallway closet and a 3/4 bath complete the second floor.Outdoor living includes an expansive fully covered paved backyard, thoughtfully designed as an all-weather retreat with generous space for lounging, dining, and play. A finished detached garage adds further versatility, ideal as a studio, workshop, or gym.Notable upgrades include solar panels for energy efficiency, a whole-house water softener, newer condenser, refinished wood floors, new attic insulation (2025), new roof (2025), dual-pane windows, and an EV charger outlet.Centrally located, this home is minutes from the Rose Bowl, Brookside Park, Old Town Pasadena, Lake Avenue shopping and dining, Caltech, and cultural landmarks, offering the perfect blend of Pasadena's architectural heritage and modern living.
1261 N Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,423 sqft single-family home in North Central, built in 1911. It last sold for $1,180,000 on Nov 5, 2025 (2% below the $1,200,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,186,000, with a rent estimate of $5,757/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$487/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1261 N Raymond Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Basement, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2423 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Water SoftenerDishwasherLaundry: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,See RemarksHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,See RemarksHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: Two
View
No ViewView: None
Security
Security: Security Gate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Concrete, Covered, See RemarksFencing: See Remarks, Wood, Wrought IronNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 44

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1911
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5728009020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,200,000Price Per Sqft: $487/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 05 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5002 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: P1-23836Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5728009020-R-N

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Julia Kwon DRE #01740725, (818) 309-8944
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Jin Kwon DRE #00964454, (213) 663-9521
Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Bought with: Howard Zuckerman DRE #01107036, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Source: CRMLS, MLS#P1-23836

Price History for 1261 N Raymond Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/05/2025$1,180,000Sold
CRMLS #P1-23836
10/23/2025$1,200,000PendingCRMLS #P1-23836
10/10/2025$1,200,000ContingentCRMLS #P1-23836
08/25/2025$1,200,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #P1-23836
05/27/2022$1,160,000Sold
Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-9048
05/15/2022$999,888PendingPasadena Foothills MLS #P1-9048
04/28/2022$999,888ContingentPasadena Foothills MLS #P1-9048
04/15/2022$999,888Listed For SalePasadena Foothills MLS #P1-9048
06/15/2017$650,000Sold
Glendale AOR ZDD #316007006
04/05/2017$650,000PendingAgent Provided
03/02/2017$650,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
01/21/2017$650,000PendingAgent Provided
01/15/2017$650,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
08/27/2016$650,000PendingAgent Provided
07/23/2016$650,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/31/2014$487,500Sold
N/A
06/12/2014$499,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/05/2005$660,000Sold
N/A
04/20/1999$133,000Sold
N/A
01/22/1999$160,000Sold
N/A
10/31/1994$165,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.23M
$55K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.8%
1.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$802
$9
MoM
Available listings
375
30
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$14,416
Assessment$1,231,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1261 N Raymond Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,130,000
03/10/26
3
2
1,314
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,274
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
06/24/26
3
2
1,606
0.55
Single-Family Home
$900,000
01/08/26
5
2
1,915
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,234,555
10/07/25
3
2
1,772
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,330,000
08/06/25
3
1.5
1,450
0.39
Single-Family Home
$1,168,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,453
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,352,000
12/02/25
4
4
2,107

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What Locals Say about North Central

At least 199 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 28 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Rosie Pineda
    "Great diversity in this area which is rare in many parts of souther California. Great community events! "
  • Barbara Mitchell
    "This is a very dog-friendly neighborhood. Lots of fellow dog-walkers and a nearby park. But also the occasional skunk or coyote, so you always have to be on alert. "
  • Barbara Mitchell
    "I’m retired. Does not apply. Altho Pasadena is very centrally located to downtown LA, Glendale and other large places of business. "
  • Larstrella62
    "I have lived here over 36 years and seen it get better, with more business, it’s safer to walk around "
  • danielslattery
    "We have happy hours. Potlucks. Street parties and more. Progressive dinner parties. Community yards sales"
  • Benjaminramos323
    "We like to see other friendly dog owners getting along with other dog owners. Like how they pick up after their mess. And be respectful and kind with each other. "
  • Barbara Mitchell
    "There are some areas that are less safe than others…ask your old-time neighbors. (For example, don’t walk in these streets alone or at night)."
  • Trulia User
    "Our street is pretty busy but wouldn’t live anywhere else, been her 42 years and have not had any issues. "
  • John D.
    "We live on Glen Ave which is a quiet street with really good neighbors all around. It's much more attractive and well kept than South of Washington or immediately North of Woodbury, although North of Woodbury has been gentrifying extremely rapidly especially since Covid started. There are quite a few churches and a Buddhist temple. This area is very convenient with really awesome supermarkets like Super King and Vallarta that have much better produce options than Vons or Pavilions, which are also nearby. It's extremely quick to get to Trader Joe's as well. You can easily access outdoor and water activities at the Rose Bowl, the arroyo, or Descanso Gardens and there is a 24 hour fitness at Woodbury & Lincoln if you want to stay indoors. The kids from the high school walk home through the neighborhood but they generally behave themselves and it hasn't been a problem. Street parking is easy but guests parking overnight in Pasadena need a $5 permit that you get from a kiosk at the fire station on Fair Oaks."
  • Shakiyla A. D.
    "Some people like to speed on the street. So it’s good to just keep a safe distance when crossing the street"
  • Hfrasert
    "North lake sees a lot of transients and drug activity. i live right offnofnLake, I hear sirens a lot, and ive had my maik tampered with muktiole times. "
  • Vmhdesign
    "There are Beautiful craftsman, bungalows and Victorian homes on every block. On Saturday there is a farmers market at the local high school. "
  • Lorraine F.
    "Well I live in upper Altadena, but i used to live down on w mountain and I liked it there. I mean other than the “landlord” there (she’s long gone btw) , and there was the occasional parties that personally didn’t bug me but I know how it can be. But anyway Altadena is really cool and mostly quiet. And ever now and then you’ll see a couple of horseback riders which I love and I’d say that sorta unique."
  • Imani T.
    "Public transportation is good. Neighbors are nice. Neighborhood is safe. Neighbors are like family. Very nice."
  • T D
    "Lots of speeding traffic on bigger streets, pedestrians should be careful. Otherwise very safe neighborhood."
  • AP
    "It is relatively close to Old Pasadena and it has a sense of small community. There's shops and salons within walking distance."
  • Ariana P.
    "Most dogs are enclosed so it's a good place to walk your dogs around the block. Also, there is always people so your dog would get used to being around people. "
  • liz
    "While it is nice. It is surrounded by very sketchy areas with high crime. This home stands out as is one of the nicest homes."
  • Hartemployment
    "it's one of only a few city blocks that has it's electricity lines underground. so we don't experience interference from fallen tree branches when there's wind."
  • David M.
    "Very quite, relaxing, mesmerizing, walkable place to live. It is a peaceful neighborhood to live for you and your family."

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