2896 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
OFF MARKET
Listed by Nazee Rix, COMPASS, (626) 824-4464 . Bought with Compass

$1,747,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,266 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

2896 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001

Est. Refi. Payment $10,999/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 17, 2023 for $1,635,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.75M
Since last month
Decreased$6K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$40K (-2.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$117K (+7.2%)
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 +138% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.75M
August 2026$1.74M
July 2026$1.76M
June 2026$1.77M
May 2026$1.73M
April 2026$1.72M
March 2026$1.78M
February 2026$1.8M
January 2026$1.73M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
900 Dolores Dr, Altadena, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,634
1007 E Palm St, Altadena, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$930,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,910
2650 Catherine Rd, Altadena, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,500,888
01/27/26
3
2
1,804
1241 Sagemont Pl, Altadena, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,925,000
04/15/26
3
3
2,356
1108 E Palm St, Altadena, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,875,000
06/26/26
4
3
2,015
2927 Santa Rosa Ave, Altadena, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$2,849,000
06/11/26
3
3.5
2,801
556 E Las Flores Dr, Altadena, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
03/02/26
3
2.5
2,513
956 Parkman St, Altadena, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,297,500
05/01/26
3
3
2,170
1117 Mount Lowe Dr, Altadena, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
11/04/25
4
2
2,152

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
900 Dolores Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.08
$1,250,000
3
2
1,634
Recently Sold
911 Alta Vista Dr #1, Altadena, CA 91001
0.05
$749,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
3000 Santa Rosa Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
2919 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
0.07
$1,207,300
2
1.5
1,216
Off Market
907 E Poppyfields Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.12
$856,800
3
1
1,344
Off Market
2775 Lake Ave #57, Altadena, CA 91001
0.13
-
-
-
-
Off Market
2989 Santa Rosa Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
0.11
$680,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
972 Alta Vista Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.09
$1,129,700
3
2
1,838
Off Market
924 E Poppyfields Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.14
$1,875,000
4
2.5
2,041
For Sale
740 E Poppyfields Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
0.14
$590,000
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-
-
Recently Sold
1017 Dolores Dr #13, Altadena, CA 91001
0.10
-
-
-
-
Off Market

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 1940
0.27 acre lot
2,266 sqft
$771/sqft
Garage

About this House

First time on the market in 46 years. Gorgeous North Altadena pool home with city views and majestic mountain views. Tons of character and situated on an expansive lot with beautiful grounds and court yards. Meticulously renovated. Lots of wonderful special features in this stunning property with large picture windows and French doors and dramatic natural lighting throughout every living space. Main floor features: entry foyer, Large formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room with built-ins, remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry and built-in office area, 2 bedrooms with French doors with direct access to a great large covered patio with city Views that can be completely screened in by custom exterior drapery. Downstairs living area has a private separate entry from the outside and can also be accessed from the inside as well and features, a family room and an additional bedroom, laundry area, built-in cabinetry and various closets, walk-in storage areas and one that could be a great wine cellar. The bottom level also has a large covered patio space that is accessed from the family room and storage areas. Some great features of the home include Dual zoned Central air conditioning and heating system with all new ducting that is less than 2 years old and copper plumbing. All living areas on the first level and bottom level have access to the beautiful backyard which features, a newly renovated re-plastered pool with all new equipment, various entertaining patios, grassy lawn along with a detached double garage with parking for additional vehicles. Come and see this great property.
2896 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,266 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $1,635,000 on Nov 17, 2023 (21% above the $1,348,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,747,300, with a rent estimate of $5,690/month.

Home Details for 2896 Lake Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2266 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust FanDishwasherDisposalLaundry: InsideRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced Air,Fireplace(s)Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Attic FanHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Bay Window(s), Custom Covering(s), Drapes, Screens, Wood FramesFlooring: Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: living areaFloors: Tile, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights, Mountain(s), Pool
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Open, Patio, Stone, WoodFencing: Brick, Masonry, Stone, WoodExterior: Lighting, Rain GuttersFoundation: Raised, SlabHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Door-Single,Driveway,Garage,One Space,Storage
Pool
Pool: In Ground, PrivatePool
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 13

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Cape Cod,Traditional
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 5842001010

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,348,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Oct 21 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Street LightsNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: AR23186354Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5842001010-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsFoothillsHikingStreet Lights

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 17, 2023
Source: CRMLS #AR23186354
Sold
$1,635,000
Nov 2, 2023
Source: CRMLS #AR23186354
Pending
$1,348,000

Market trends in Altadena

Last updated August 2026
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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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  • Anallamasguti3rr3z
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Ayo D.
    "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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  • Lescalanteusc
    "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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  • Elonmarcel
    "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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    "it's a nice mix of city,urban and wilderness environment not too crowded and everyone has enough space ,quiet and peaceful most of the time"
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Frequently asked questions about 2896 Lake Ave

  • What is 2896 Lake Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2896 Lake Ave in Altadena, CA is $1,747,300.
  • What is the price history for 2896 Lake Ave?
    2896 Lake Ave in Altadena, CA last sold for $1,635,000 in November 2023.
  • Is Altadena a buyer's or seller's market?
    Altadena is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Altadena?
    Residents describe Altadena, CA as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Altadena, CA.
  • Does 2896 Lake Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2896 Lake Ave in Altadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2896 Lake Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 2896 Lake Ave in Altadena, CA has a pool.

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