1281 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104
SOLD
NOV 24, 2025
Listed by David Nalbandyan, LA Premier Realty . Bought with Redfin Corporation

$1,819,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,382 sqft

1281 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104

East Central
Est. Refi. Payment $11,471/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 24, 2025 for $1,827,500 (2% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.82M
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$24K (-1.3%)
Since last sale
Decreased$3K (-0.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +105% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.82M
August 2026$1.82M
July 2026$1.83M
June 2026$1.85M
May 2026$1.85M
March 2026$1.82M
February 2026$1.82M
January 2026$1.82M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1445 Paloma St, Pasadena, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,400,000
06/11/26
4
4
2,567
577 N Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
07/24/26
6
4
2,944
733 N Mar Vista Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,480,000
07/14/26
3
2
1,632
1614 Las Lunas St, Pasadena, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,989,750
04/17/26
5
3
2,905
1641 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,725,000
03/31/26
3
3
1,974
975 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$1,603,000
09/25/25
4
3
1,963
1660 Las Lunas St, Pasadena, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
11/24/25
4
2
2,044
588 N Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$900,000
08/31/26
2
2.5
1,840
1661 Las Lunas St, Pasadena, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$2,250,000
12/24/25
4
2
2,432

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
709 N Holliston Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.05
$905,820
3
2
1,392
Recently Sold
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #113, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$799,000
2
2.5
1,339
For Sale
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #311, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$628,600
2
2
1,043
Off Market
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #103, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$580,000
2
2
1,057
Recently Sold
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #115, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$845,700
2
2.5
1,339
Off Market
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #114, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$810,000
2
2.5
1,365
Recently Sold
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #119, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$805,300
2
2.5
1,339
Off Market
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #314, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$655,000
2
2
968
Recently Sold
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #124, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$800,000
2
2.5
1,366
Recently Sold
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #127, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$775,000
2
2.5
1,339
For Sale
1310 E Orange Grove Blvd #128, Pasadena, CA 91104
0.07
$842,500
2
2.5
1,339
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
2,382 sqft
$767/sqft
Garage

About this House

Discover timeless luxury in this beautifully renovated Italian Revival estate, fully upgraded within the past five years, and located in Pasadena’s coveted Bungalow Heaven Landmark District. Bathed in natural light, the home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern sophistication. The spacious living room centers around a striking fireplace, while the formal dining room, framed by elegant French doors, flows effortlessly into the outdoors. The chef’s kitchen impresses with top-tier appliances and sleek porcelain countertops, designed for both culinary artistry and entertaining.

The resort-style backyard is an entertainer’s dream, featuring 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 provides excellent ADU potential.

Just moments from Pasadena’s best shopping, dining, and transit, this rare offering combines luxury, location, and lifestyle in one remarkable property.
1281 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,382 sqft single-family home in East Central, built in 1920. It last sold for $1,827,500 on Nov 24, 2025 (2% above the $1,795,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $9,995 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 7, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,819,600, with a rent estimate of $6,991/month.

Home Details for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Basement, Family Room, Kitchen, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2382 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: In Kitchen
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: 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: 144

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5739015015

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,795,000Price Per Sqft: $767/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Nov 20 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena
School Information
High School District: Pasadena Unified

Community

Community Features: CurbsNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8344 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: BB25218779Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: info@lapremierrealty.comCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5739015015-R-N

Additional Information

Curbs

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 24, 2025
Source: CRMLS #BB25218779
Sold
$1,827,500
Nov 21, 2025
Source: CRMLS #BB25218779
Pending
$1,795,000
Oct 23, 2025
Source: CRMLS #BB25218779
PendingToActive
$1,795,000
Oct 14, 2025
Source: CRMLS #BB25218779
Contingent
$1,795,000
Sep 17, 2025
Source: CRMLS #BB25218779
Listed For Sale
$1,795,000

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.2M
$23.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$806
$10MoM
Available listings
367
22MoM

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What Locals Say about East Central

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  • 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

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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Walkable neighborhood with cars, ambulances and trucks driving up and down Hill Ave. all day and night."
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    "Very walkable. Lots of speeding cars up and DOWN Hill Ave. Public bus and train readily available. Low crime."
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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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    "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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    " Stable walking neighborhood. Low crime. Character homes. Busy streets. Available public transportation."
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Frequently asked questions about 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd

  • What is 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd in Pasadena, CA is $1,819,600.
  • What is the price history for 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd?
    1281 E Orange Grove Blvd in Pasadena, CA last sold for $1,827,500 in November 2025.
  • 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 $1.2M. That is down $23.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1281 E Orange Grove Blvd in Pasadena, CA has laundry facilities.

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