1685 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
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FOR SALE
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0.72 ACRES
Listed by Equity Union, Raymond Rodriguez, (818) 581-5829

$4,600,000

  • 20 Beds
  • 20 Baths
  • 11,808 sqft (on 0.72 acres)

1685 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103

North Central
Est. Mortgage $28,982/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 87% nearby.

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1921
0.72 acre lot
$390/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

What's unique:Private rear yardsUpdated interiorsVinyl windowsNew roofsBungalow court communityIndividual hot water heaters
1685 N. Summit Avenue presents a 20-unit multifamily investment opportunity. The property contains approximately 11,808 square feet of building area on a combined approximately 31,514-square-foot site consisting of two parcels (APNs 5837-006-016 and 5837-006-002). Situated at the corner of Summit Avenue and Penn Street, this bungalow court community offers vintage Pasadena character, in-place income, and rental upside potential.

The property features a uniform unit mix of twenty one-bedroom, one-bathroom residences, arranged as a combination of apartment flats and private bungalows. Property features updated interiors, washer and dryer hookups in every unit, individual hot water heaters, private rear yards, and 32 parking spaces. Additional improvements noted in the property setup include new roofs, vinyl windows, and new Siemens electrical main and sub-panels.

Further enhancing the offering is a separate approximately 3,658-square-foot parcel (APN 5837-006-002), adding another element to the investment. Buyers should independently verify parcel boundaries, zoning, permitted uses, and any future development potential with the City of Pasadena.

Located in Northwest Pasadena, the property is near Old Pasadena, the Playhouse District, the Rose Bowl, Arroyo Seco, and Washington Park. Nearby employment, educational, and research institutions include NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Caltech, Huntington Hospital, and Pasadena City College. The 210, 134, and 110 Freeways and nearby Metro A Line service provide regional transportation options throughout Los Angeles County.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 87% nearby.

Home Details for 1685 N Summit Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 20Number of Bathrooms: 20
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 32Number of Covered Spaces: 32Has a GarageParking Spaces: 32Parking: 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: 1Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1921
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Not a New ConstructionAttached To Another StructureHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5837006016Additional Parcels Description: 5837006002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $4,600,000Price Per Sqft: $390

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: SR26235935

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 11808 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: UrbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.72 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Has Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: SR26235935Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 818-581-5829Common Interest: Community ApartmentUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5837006016-R-N

Additional Information

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 3, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SR26235935
Listed For Sale
$4,600,000
Dec 12, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,375
Dec 3, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,375
Price decreased by 2%
Oct 22, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,400
Price increased by 8%
Sep 13, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,300

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Neighborhood Overview

North Central
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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

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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  • Barbara Mitchell
    "Great neighborhoods for dog walking. I meet so many neighbors this way!"
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  • Rosie Pineda
    "Great diversity in this area which is rare in many parts of souther California. Great community events! "
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  • 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. "
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  • Barbara Mitchell
    "I’m retired. Does not apply. Altho Pasadena is very centrally located to downtown LA, Glendale and other large places of business. "
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  • Larstrella62
    "I have lived here over 36 years and seen it get better, with more business, it’s safer to walk around "
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  • danielslattery
    "We have happy hours. Potlucks. Street parties and more. Progressive dinner parties. Community yards sales"
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  • 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. "
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  • 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)."
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  • Trulia User
    "Our street is pretty busy but wouldn’t live anywhere else, been her 42 years and have not had any issues. "
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  • 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."
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  • 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"
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  • 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. "
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  • Vmhdesign
    "There are Beautiful craftsman, bungalows and Victorian homes on every block. On Saturday there is a farmers market at the local high school. "
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  • 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."
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  • Imani T.
    "Public transportation is good. Neighbors are nice. Neighborhood is safe. Neighbors are like family. Very nice."
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  • T D
    "Lots of speeding traffic on bigger streets, pedestrians should be careful. Otherwise very safe neighborhood."
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  • AP
    "It is relatively close to Old Pasadena and it has a sense of small community. There's shops and salons within walking distance."
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  • 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. "
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  • 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."
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  • 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."
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  • 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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Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.2M
$3.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.6%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$777
$3MoM
Available listings
383
15MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

Home Value

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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
1685 N Summit Ave #1685.5, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.00
-
1
1
530
Off Market
1685 N Summit Ave #1221697, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
529
Off Market
137 E Penn St #137, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
529
Off Market
111 E Penn St #111, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
529
Off Market
1695 Summit Ave #1695, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
529
Off Market
113 E Penn St #133, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
-
Off Market
113 Penn St #113, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
-
Off Market
117 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
$1,117,000
1
1
-
Off Market
1697 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
800
Off Market
137 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
-
Off Market
1687 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
800
Off Market
119 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
950
Off Market
115 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
550
Off Market
125 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.01
-
1
1
-
Off Market
1701 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.02
$1,035,800
3
2
1,344
Off Market
109 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.02
$1,084,400
Studio
1
524
Off Market
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0.02
$763,300
3
1
688
Off Market
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0.03
$1,172,000
3
3
1,292
Off Market
1680 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
0.04
$1,226,500
6
3
3,334
Off Market
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0.04
$1,108,700
3
2
-
Off Market

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Agent Phone: (818) 581-5829
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Frequently asked questions about 1685 N Summit Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1685 N Summit Ave?
    Based on a $4,600,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1685 N Summit Ave in Pasadena, CA is approximately $29,364 (about $24,766 principal & interest, $4,523 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1685 N Summit Ave compare to homes in Pasadena?
    1685 N Summit Ave in Pasadena, CA is listed at $4,600,000, about 285% above the $1.2M median sale price in Pasadena.
  • What do residents say about the North Central neighborhood?
    Residents describe the North Central neighborhood in Pasadena, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in North Central, Pasadena.
  • What are the closest schools to 1685 N Summit Ave?
    The closest schools to 1685 N Summit Ave in Pasadena, CA are John Muir High School (rated 4/10), Octavia E. Butler Magnet School (Middle, rated 4/10), Washington Accelerated Elementary School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 1685 N Summit Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1685 N Summit Ave in Pasadena, CA has laundry facilities.
  • Is there a virtual tour of 1685 N Summit Ave?
    Yes, a virtual tour of 1685 N Summit Ave in Pasadena, CA is available.
1685 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 is a 20 bedroom, 20 bathroom, 11,808 sqft multi-family built in 1921. 1685 N Summit Ave is located in North Central, Pasadena. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Nov 3, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SR26235935.