161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
OFF MARKET

$1,459,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,352 sqft

161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107

East Pasadena
Est. Refi. Payment $9,378/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 7, 2001 for $350,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.46M
Since last month
Increased$26K (+1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$101K (+7.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$1M (+316.9%)
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 +28% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.46M
August 2026$1.43M
July 2026$1.49M
June 2026$1.48M
May 2026$1.48M
April 2026$1.46M
March 2026$1.46M
February 2026$1.42M
January 2026$1.4M
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
3671 Grayburn Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,338,000
10/10/25
3
1.5
1,490
3851 Blanche St, Pasadena, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$965,000
12/31/25
3
2
1,620
3611 Grayburn Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
03/09/26
3
3
2,054
3739 Elma Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
11/04/25
4
3.5
2,700
3227 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
07/28/26
4
2
1,644
3597 Yorkshire Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$2,105,000
08/06/26
3
3
2,096
3837 Mountain View Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,060,000
03/03/26
2
1.5
1,370
3481 Yorkshire Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$800,000
02/19/26
2
2
1,662
3541 Yorkshire Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$2,650,000
11/17/25
4
4
2,641
3364 Yorkshire Rd, Pasadena, CA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$2,110,000
04/07/26
3
2
2,490

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
144 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.05
$1,175,000
4
2
1,692
For Sale
135 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.03
$1,318,900
6
4
2,630
Off Market
3618 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.11
$975,000
3
1.5
1,262
For Sale
3680 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.13
$1,307,400
3
2
1,632
Off Market
110 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.07
$1,626,700
4
3
2,720
Off Market
3619 Mountain View Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.13
$1,338,100
3
2
1,239
Off Market
3598 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.13
$2,350,000
4
5
2,853
For Sale
132 S Lotus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.09
$1,064,500
2
1
1,156
Off Market
3657 Thorndale Rd, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.19
$1,653,200
3
2
2,117
Off Market
3733 Blanche St, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.18
$990,000
4
3
1,480
For Sale
3738 Blanche St, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.19
$2,136,800
6
4
2,668
For Sale
3739 Elma Rd, Pasadena, CA 91107
0.19
$1,947,800
4
3.5
2,700
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1906
2,352 sqft
$620/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA. 161 Backus Ave is in the East Pasadena neighborhood in Pasadena, CA and in ZIP code 91107. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 2,352 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 9818 sqft and was built in 1906.
161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,352 sqft single-family home in East Pasadena, built in 1906. It last sold for $350,000 on Mar 7, 2001. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,459,100, with a rent estimate of $5,382/month.

Home Details for 161 Backus Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1906Year Updated: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9818 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 7, 2001
Source: N/A
Sold
$350,000
Dec 7, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$110,152
May 24, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$485,000
Jul 5, 1995
Source: N/A
Sold
$220,000

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

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What Locals Say about East Pasadena

At least 45 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say kids play outside

  • 23 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 161 Backus Ave

  • What is 161 Backus Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 Backus Ave in Pasadena, CA is $1,459,100.
  • What is the price history for 161 Backus Ave?
    161 Backus Ave in Pasadena, CA last sold for $350,000 in March 2001.
  • 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.
  • Does 161 Backus Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 161 Backus Ave in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 161 Backus Ave?
    The lot at 161 Backus Ave in Pasadena, CA is about 0.23 acres (9,818 sq ft).

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