285 S  Sierra Madre Blvd #E, Pasadena, CA 91107
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FOR SALE
Listed by Pei Chang, BHHS California Properties, (626) 922-4268

$475,000

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 649 sqft

285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E, Pasadena, CA 91107

Est. Mortgage $3,518/mo*
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Home Highlights

Condo
Built in 1984
$732/sqft
Garage
HOA $450/mo

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome home to this bright, beautifully updated condominium in a great Pasadena location--an ideal opportunity for first-time buyers seeking style, comfort, and convenience.Bathed in natural light, this beautiful residence features a spacious living room highlighted by brand-new laminate wood flooring and a lovely covered balcony, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. The dining area is enhanced by a contemporary designer light fixture, creating a warm and welcoming space for everyday meals and entertaining.The thoughtfully renovated kitchen offers modern appeal with sleek quartz countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances--including a range, dishwasher, microwave, and garbage disposal--and recessed lighting that brightens the entire space.The generously sized bedroom is filled with natural light and offers two closets for abundant storage. The updated bathroom has been tastefully refreshed with recessed lighting, a new faucet, mirror, quiet exhaust fan, and rain shower head. A smart split layout separates the vanity from the shower area, making busy mornings effortless. An in-unit laundry closet with additional shelving provides extra storage and everyday convenience.This well-maintained community welcomes residents through an elegant custom wrought-iron gated entrance with images of the Arroyo. With no neighbors below and a desirable second-floor location, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and an exceptional Pasadena lifestyle. Ideally located near parks, popular restaurants, coffee shops, supermarkets, and shopping, you'll enjoy the best of Pasadena just moments from your doorstep.

Home Details for 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 649 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Washer Hookup,Inside,Laundry ClosetMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Sliding DoorsFlooring: Carpet, LaminateCommon Walls: No One Below
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Laminate
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: None, BalconyFencing: NoneExterior: Awning(s), BalconyFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Assigned,Concrete,Covered,Carport,Gated,Private
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 38Days on Market: 43

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1984
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: CondominiumStructure Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Attached To Another StructureNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, TurnkeyParcel Number: 5330006055

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $475,000Price Per Sqft: $732
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: P1-28310

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, GatedNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 16

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Pest ControlHOA Name: San Marino Homes AssociationHOA Phone: 626-201-2100Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Has an HOAHOA Fee: $450/Monthly

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash to New Loan

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Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Park Name: Eaton Blanche Park

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: P1-28310Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: CondominiumUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5330006055-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Controlled Access,Maintenance Grounds,Trash,WaterSource Internet Entire Listing Display

What Locals Say about Pasadena

At least 1138 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

  • 27 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Stephanie Campbell
    "Everyone picks up after their own dog and there are so many dog owners that it’s not hard to find other dogs and dog owners to bond with."
  • Fabian Herrera
    "There are many great schools. A lot of beautiful parks and hiking trails. Many activities in and around the area make for great weekends with the family."
  • Ben
    "Farmers market, concerts in the park, Rose Bowl flea market, games and concerts in the Rose Bowel, the great Rose Parade"
  • Trulia User
    "Very walkable area! Dog friendly places in the neighborhood. Safe neighborhood. But there are coyotes. "
  • 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. "
  • Gary Goodman
    "Nice people in a historic neighborhood. It’s safe, quiet and a great place to raise a family. It’s home. "
  • Larstrella62
    "I have lived here over 36 years and seen it get better, with more business, it’s safer to walk around "
  • Vivi Wei Tian
    "The owner let the dog pee or Poop at the lawn area even there are signs that not allow to pee or poop"
  • Janice Milinovich
    "This is a beautiful neighborhood filled with large established trees. It’s like living in a park. There are good restaurants nearby. It’s close to downtown LA but it doesn’t feel like it’s too close to the city."
  • 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. "
  • Anthony Francis
    "A long rich history, and the beautiful architectural homes Excellent school district and shops in different places to eat in down South. Pasadena is a beautiful City to live in"
  • 4njf59vyd7
    "I commute to Los Angeles and freeways are within close range and easy access. Around the neighborhood i can actually walk to restaurants just down the street 5 minutes of less. "
  • Tawny Y.
    "Even though people are good about picking up their dogs’ poo, not everyone is a responsible dog owner. I rarely ever see any leash-less dogs. However, some people claim their dogs are service dogs when they’re out of control. Most places here do not like big dogs in the complexes. "
  • Dave G
    "The rose bowl and the surrounding event spaces. Various neighborhood block parties and celebrations "
  • Trulia User
    "PASADENA is so friendly and quaint, we love it! It is a very family-first city. There’s no other place we’d wanna be!"
  • Janice Milinovich
    "This is a beautiful neighborhood to walk in. It’s really a park like setting. So much wildlife and so many big beautiful trees."
  • 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)."
  • Coffeebucks10
    "Lots of trees and nature And Mountain Views. It is a friendly neighborhood and lots of people out and about."
  • Janice Milinovich
    "We have a beautiful park like setting with medians that have old evergreen trees and peacocks roaming freely. There are constantly neighbors walking and jogging in the neighborhood"
  • Trulia User
    "In see owners out walking with their dogs all the time. Lots of sidewalks and safe places to walk. Traffic is not too heavy. "
  • Trulia User
    "Dogs are not allowed in my apartment building. Maybe a near by apartment allows pets but I rarely see people walking dogs in this area"
  • Trulia User
    "It’s ageless charm is quite old. There are plenty of buildings that are about 100 years old. It’s a quiet neighborhood."
  • Trulia User
    "My grandparents loved her for their entire life. They really enjoyed their neighborhood and all the stuff and projects they did for them"
  • Trulia User
    "Our street is pretty busy but wouldn’t live anywhere else, been her 42 years and have not had any issues. "
  • Trulia User
    "All is well… live, love and laughter… thrift stores prove that giving back is everything. I would invite folks from all over California here. "
  • Trulia User
    "Friendly/ approachable neighborhoods and neighbors…. Pet friendly Community/ equal opportunity, love and respect 🫡 "
  • Trulia User
    "This is a very walkable community. It is close to Old Town Pasdena and lots of restaurants and shops. It is also close to the Metro train that can take all over Las Angeles. There is also local bus service."
  • Trulia User
    "People really try to come together to help people through many things as giving advice to superb businesses and personal advice even condolences to neighbors dealing with grief, during Covid neighbors were helping others by trading items they needed for other items as a switch not purchasing! Ppl are helpful in finding and relocating owners often with their lost animals !! "
  • Trulia User
    "depends on the day of the week, any where in LA is terrible. none peak hours are always ideal for any commuting in LA"
  • Trulia User
    "I live very close to work so commute is short. I don't use public transportation though often see busses and micro busses."
  • Trulia User
    "I just commute by car, but ever since the pandemic I work from home. Overall I find the area pretty easy to get around. "
  • Trulia User
    "Home of the Rose Parade, every New Year's Day, broadcast worldwide. Award winning floats, bands, equestrian displays, all leading up to the Rose Bowl."
  • Trulia User
    "Safe, good grocery and retail shopping, quiet, lots of parks, reasonably affordable, and an overall lovely neighborhood."
  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhoods are safe and friendly. Neighbors and their dogs become friends. People hold themselves accountable to their community "
  • A
    "City needs to make this area safe.Make public school much better.A lot of homeless lately.Noise level is high."
  • Jessica B.
    "It doesn’t have as many families, and there are still the people who originally owned, thus potentially the trick-or-treating is not as popular, however safety and proximity to Trader Joe’s and other awesome grocery stores is absolutely ideal."
  • 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"

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$9.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
1.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$779
$27
MoM
Available listings
367
22
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$473K
Since last month
Increased$75K (+19.3%)
Since last year
Increased$64K (+15.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$16K (+3.6%)
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 +45% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$466K
August 2026$468K
July 2026$391K
June 2026$393K
May 2026$398K
April 2026$397K
March 2026$395K
February 2026$397K
January 2026$387K
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
0.09
Condo
$450,000
10/21/25
1
1
885
0.14
Condo
$520,000
06/30/26
1
1
891
0.12
Condo
$602,500
01/29/26
1
1
820
0.21
Condo
$399,000
10/02/25
1
1
759
0.24
Condo
$439,000
09/04/26
1
1
759
0.09
Condo
$495,000
07/31/26
2
1
948
0.12
Condo
$600,000
08/18/26
1
1.5
868
0.18
Condo
$520,000
05/27/26
2
2
1,175

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
0.01
$705,100
2
2
1,012
Off Market
0.01
$669,900
2
2
932
Off Market
0.03
$749,000
3
3
1,504
For Sale
0.07
$5,500,000
4
22
8,884
Recently Sold
0.05
$1,435,600
3
2
1,528
Off Market
0.09
$467,800
1
1
937
Off Market
0.09
$495,000
2
1
948
Recently Sold
0.09
$450,400
1
1
885
Off Market
0.09
$445,000
1
1
885
Off Market
0.09
$577,300
2
1
885
Off Market
0.09
$456,300
1
1
885
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 4, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-28310
Listed For Sale
$475,000
Aug 8, 2019
Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #819002417
Sold
$450,000
Apr 7, 1998
Source: N/A
Sold
$75,000
Feb 8, 1995
Source: N/A
Sold
$75,000

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Agent Phone: (626) 922-4268
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Frequently asked questions about 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E?
    Based on a $475,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E in Pasadena, CA is approximately $3,099 (about $2,557 principal & interest, $467 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E compare to homes in Pasadena?
    285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E in Pasadena, CA is listed at $475,000, about 60% below the $1.19M median sale price in Pasadena.
  • What do residents say about Pasadena?
    Residents describe Pasadena, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Pasadena, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E?
    The closest schools to 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E in Pasadena, CA are Hamilton Elementary School (rated 7/10), Learning Works School (Middle/High, rated 2/10), Pasadena High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E in Pasadena, CA has laundry facilities.
285 S Sierra Madre Blvd #E, Pasadena, CA 91107 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 649 sqft condo built in 1984. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Aug 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# P1-28310.