1281 Meadowbrook Rd, Altadena, CA 91001
SOLD
MAY 8, 2026
Listed by Sarah Rogers, The Agency, (626) 390-0511 . Bought with Compass

$1,692,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,077 sqft

1281 Meadowbrook Rd, Altadena, CA 91001

Est. Refi. Payment $10,402/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 8, 2026 for $1,701,000 (14% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.69M
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$442K (+35.3%)
Since last sale
Decreased$4K (-0.3%)
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 +128% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.7M
August 2026$1.69M
July 2026$1.7M
June 2026$1.71M
May 2026$1.7M
April 2026$1.57M
March 2026$1.27M
February 2026$1.24M
January 2026$1.2M
2025
2024
2023
2022
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2020
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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
1299 Boston St, Altadena, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$2,636,500
07/06/26
4
4
3,304
1300 Meadowbrook Rd, Altadena, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,485,000
06/10/26
3
2
2,126
1920 Maiden Ln, Altadena, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,610,000
07/15/26
4
3
1,837
1221 Sonoma Dr, Altadena, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
07/08/26
4
2
2,175
1225 Boston St, Altadena, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
06/08/26
4
3
3,166
2048 Sinaloa Ave, Altadena, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,858,000
07/13/26
4
4
2,706
1290 E Woodbury Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,475,000
05/08/26
5
5
2,422

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
1300 Meadowbrook Rd, Altadena, CA 91001
0.04
$1,485,000
3
2
2,126
Recently Sold
1286 E Calaveras St #44, Altadena, CA 91001
0.04
$933,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
1299 Boston St, Altadena, CA 91001
0.07
$2,636,500
4
4
3,304
Recently Sold
1225 Boston St, Altadena, CA 91001
0.09
$2,000,000
4
3
3,166
Recently Sold
1370 E Calaveras St #8-9, Altadena, CA 91001
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1351 E Calaveras St, Altadena, CA 91001
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1289 E Calaveras St, Altadena, CA 91001
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1384 E Calaveras St #8, Altadena, CA 91001
0.13
$925,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
1386 Boston St, Altadena, CA 91001
0.15
$2,352,600
4
4
3,005
Off Market
1249 Sonoma Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.14
$1,681,200
3
2
1,660
Off Market
1351 Sonoma Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.16
$3,108,000
4
3
2,990
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1947
2,077 sqft
$819/sqft
5 Parking Spaces

About this House

Welcome to this charming Traditional home located on a beautiful, quiet street in Altadena's much sought-after Country Club neighborhood. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a fully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a new construction ADU with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.This property, with its single-level main house, has been thoughtfully updated and is designed to maximize the California indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The main house boasts a functional, open floorplan where the living room, dining area, and kitchen flow seamlessly together. The living room features a fireplace surrounded by built-ins and is filled with light from new windows. The remodeled kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with new cabinets, countertops, tiled walls, recessed lighting, under-cabinet LED lights, and new stainless steel appliances. A stackable washer/dryer is conveniently located in the kitchen area. The primary bedroom features glass sliders leading to the private rear yard and includes a brand new en-suite bathroom with a fully updated shower and toilet. A stylishly remodeled hall bathroom features a wood-look tile floor, a pattern-work tiled shower, and Kohler fixtures. Throughout the home, you'll find new paint, new dual-pane windows, dual-pane sliding doors, and insulation in the walls, floors, and attic. The property also includes a stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). The ADU features an open-concept living/dining/kitchen area and wood-look tile flooring throughout. Both bedrooms are bright, with new windows, large wooden-topped window seats, and private en-suite bathrooms with new tile, fixtures, and skylights. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, and new cabinets and tile. Additional upgrades include a new sewer line, new tankless water heater, new HVAC for the main house and the ADU. The exterior is just as inviting. The professionally landscaped front yard features drought-tolerant California natives and beautiful paved stone walkways. The expansive, private rear yard is perfect for entertaining and relaxing. A new fence surrounds the yard featuring a gated driveway, brick patio with a pergola, and raised planter beds with irrigation. The home offers views of the San Gabriel mountains is close to plenty of shopping and dining on Lake Avenue. This move-in-ready property offers a fantastic opportunity for multi-generational living or rental income with the separate ADU.
1281 Meadowbrook Rd, Altadena, CA 91001 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,077 sqft single-family home built in 1947. It last sold for $1,701,000 on May 8, 2026 (14% above the $1,498,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,692,000, with a rent estimate of $6,813/month.

Home Details for 1281 Meadowbrook Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 4Number of Bathrooms (main level): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2077 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry ClosetMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood BurningSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electricity - On Property, Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s)
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: ConcreteFencing: WoodExterior: LightingFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Copper PlumbingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledNot Included in Sale: Staging furniture and accessories.Included in Sale: All appliances.Parcel Number: 5847008006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,498,000Price Per Sqft: $819/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 08 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Altadena

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, SuburbanNot Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8883 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, FHA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: P1-26562Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5847008006-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsStreet LightsSuburbanSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 8, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-26562
Sold
$1,701,000
May 6, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-26562
Pending
$1,498,000
Apr 18, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-26562
Contingent
$1,498,000
Apr 6, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-26562
Listed For Sale
$1,498,000
Nov 29, 2018
Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #818005171
Sold
$870,000

Market trends in Altadena

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.25M
$86.92KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$763
$54MoM
Available listings
51
8MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Altadena

At least 208 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there's wildlife

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 41 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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  • Sandy Choi
    "It’s nice here I would rexooment it for dog owners and active people. Families are ideal here too. Everything is nearby "
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  • Saundra Parker
    "Events at the Altadena Libraries; readings, community activities, the friendliness of most neighbors, the fact that there are so many who are willing to help others, there are many who love and want to help animals, etc."
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  • Victoria Carbé
    "We are an inclusive, diverse community of like minded people who are generally very warm, friendly and welcoming."
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  • Saundra Parker
    "Dog owners are definitely always welcome in the neighborhood. They wouldn’t like that if their dog or cat gets outside - especially during breeding time for bears, coyote, mountain lion, any carnivores - their pet may never be seen again or ever return."
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  • Saundra Parker
    "I work in a manner referred to as hybrid; I go into an office setting once or twice monthly. When I go into “the office”; the office alternates at a setting in the Arts district of downtown LA & downtown Pasadena. I experience a fairly stress-free commute."
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  • Carolyn Dunn
    "It’s a great place to live. I wish it was less expensive though. When I moved back to Southern California I wanted to be closer to work and I am, living here. "
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  • Saundra Parker
    "I rarely commute and perform most of my duties virtually, so - I commute to meetings/sites and average of once a month or once every two months to downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica or Beverly Hills from Altadena."
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  • Shakiyla A. D.
    "Just at an air B and B. Really nice area. Close to everything. Schools, restaurants, nail salon, and near the rose bowl. Over all very good neighborhood. I’d come and stay again in the futures. I don’t have much more to say because I’m just visiting. "
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  • Gan Z.
    "near by here sometime have family concert, the liberrary is good place to know somebody. Children’s birthday party is good communication with neighbor."
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  • Garcianny1
    "The Christmas tree lighting, the food trucks and the catholic schools. The nearby parks as well. Pet friendly parks and neighbors are friendly. "
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  • Laurie C.
    "It’s diverse, eclectic and it feels rural, yet only 15 minutes from downtown Pasadena. We have stunning mountain and city views, wildlife and super friendly neighbors. Plus wild parrots and peacocks! "
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  • Purrsoul
    "It’s a wonderful community to raise children as there are lots of places to explore including amazing trails. "
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  • Fernando C.
    "It’s nice, quiet and peaceful, there’s a lot of nature. You are in the mountains. It’s not as busy as Pasadena. "
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  • Otto S.
    "Xmas tree lane during Xmas. Hiking paths Lots of trees Diverse population Quiet neighborhood Unique Foot of the mountain weather "
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  • Bria D.
    "A nice spot between Hollywood/ downtown and the San Gabriel Valley. Quiet suburb away from the hustle and bustle of the city."
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  • Gabriela U.
    "The weather the people the different community here the gym I really love living here I’ve lived here all my life"
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  • Lizdesimone7
    "my commute to downtown Los Angeles is wonderful as long as I leave is my house by 6:30 in the morning I make it to work in downtown L.A. by 7 a.m. it is also a great commute to downtown Pasadena and really close to the mountains."
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  • Garcianny1
    "Pretty accesible, transportation is punctual. Bus stops are close by, walking distance. Drivers are very courteous."
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  • CGT
    "There a lots of parks in the area. A great one is Farnsworth Park. People there are friendly and there are dog meet ups too"
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  • Saundra P.
    "Dog owners will be very pleased to live in this community. There are many pet lovers here. The only area of concern is there are wild animals living in the area; coyotes, bears, bobcats, skunk, opossum, rattlesnake and deer. Dogs and cats should never be left unmonitored in their yards, as they may be eaten or injured by coyotes at any time of the day."
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  • Blackwingjenny
    "The local country club does spectacular fireworks every 4th of July! Also the farmer’s market every week."
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  • Houseofchellz13
    "Great family neighborhood. Parking is good, traffic is moderate, stores nearby. Freeway access okay "
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  • Carlos N.
    "Not a good area to live. To much drugs. Homeless people everywhere police all over the place. Parking ticket officer give you tickets for no reason, etc...."
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    "there are many families they should lower the rent so the families won't go to other cities. I believe that Altadena will become a ghost town "
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    "I've lived here for a few months and I can't wait to be out of here. Full of drug spots, police chases all the time. Junkies all over, nasty neighbors don't pick up after their dogs, etc...."
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  • Amanda RM
    "Reasonable commute out of town. Easy access to freeways and public transit. Lake is congested, which is to be expected. "
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    "They dont have alot of sidewalks, therefore you must be careful when riding bike, walking dog or skating. "
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  • Greek
    "Very kid friendly neighborhood close to Pasadena and LA. My kids ride their bikes around and walk to school. "
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  • Brian S.
    "A lot of us dog owners meet in the morning and evening at the park at the end of the block. Unfortunately, there is not an off leash area."
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  • Bob C.
    "15 min drive to metro. Some busses around. Basically, you need a car, or like to walk or bike far to shop. The 134 is ever more congested because of big trucks, especially approaching 210 west from 134 westbound "
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  • Mike R.
    "Very diverse residents. Even the houses are quite different from one another. You do not feel like you are in Los Angeles. Much more like living in the country, yet only five minutes away from Pasadena. "
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  • Vvalentino1
    "We are a multi-ethnic community who live here out of the city chaos, but close enough to get into the city for work or cultural pursuits. We are supportive of each other. Kindred spirits on my block. Artists, professors, scientists, media people, animal lovers, gardeners, hikers who prefer maintaining a low profile and quiet simple and more authentic lifestyle raising children and enjoying grandchildren."
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  • Wood r.
    "Safe quiet neighborhood, good park nearby. We know most of our neighbors on a first name basis but there are rarely community events. The public library nearby is great."
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  • Katherine L.
    "my aunt has lived here over 20 years and all thats changed is her house value has skyrocketed but it's a great neighborhood "
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  • KimberlyMcDonald
    "Everyone in my area have dogs there’s not much sidewalk on my block but they do with it. There’s a trail further down the road both of you and your dog can hike. "
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  • Nancy G.
    "New to neighborhood and California. I like the diversity in people and being close to mountains. Seems to be a very dog friendly neighborhood."
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    "I have lived in Altadena for 4 years and love the friendly small town feel. Love the fresh air, great hiking, and close proximity to the Rose Bowl, Old Town Pasadena, LaCanada, and many other points of interest."
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    "Janes village has small homes with character. Homes are well maintained and charming. Many tree lined streets and easy access to great trails."
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Frequently asked questions about 1281 Meadowbrook Rd

  • What is 1281 Meadowbrook Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1281 Meadowbrook Rd in Altadena, CA is $1,692,000.
  • What is the price history for 1281 Meadowbrook Rd?
    1281 Meadowbrook Rd in Altadena, CA last sold for $1,701,000 in May 2026.
  • Is Altadena a buyer's or seller's market?
    Altadena is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Altadena?
    The median sale price in Altadena is $1.25M. That is up $86.92K from the prior month.
  • Does 1281 Meadowbrook Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1281 Meadowbrook Rd in Altadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1281 Meadowbrook Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1281 Meadowbrook Rd in Altadena, CA has in-unit laundry.

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