488 Royce St, Altadena, CA 91001
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488 Royce St
Altadena, CA 91001

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,158 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$883,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,425/mo*
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$883,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,425/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,158 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1923
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Living Area
1,158 sqft
Price/Sqft
$763

About this House

One of a kind opportunity to own two properties next to each other!! A huge two lots combine 23,260 square feet . Plans approval for zoning. Structural engineer available. ADU 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1,199 square foot. This one-story home is on a large lot ( 11,593 sqft) in a hot neighborhood. Two bedroom, one bathroom, 1,158 square foot and it feature a nice size guest house in the back. Garage is 750 square foot. Close to restaurants, shops and freeway.
488 Royce St, Altadena, CA 91001 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,158 sqft single-family home built in 1923. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2025 with an asking price of $3,895 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 31, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $883,500, with a rent estimate of $3,731/month.

Home Details for 488 Royce St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Other
Interior Details
In-law unitNumber of Rooms: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923Year Updated: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price History for 488 Royce St

DatePriceEventSource
05/31/2025$3,895ListingRemovedCRMLS #GD25071162
04/02/2025$3,895Listed For RentCRMLS #GD25071162
12/24/2021ListingRemovedCLAW
08/25/2021$1,199,000Listed For SaleCLAW #21776284
04/17/2014$0ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/01/2014$170,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/26/2014$165,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/08/2014$170,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/08/2014$160,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/16/2014$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Altadena

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.17M
$185KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$709
$100MoM
Available listings
59
27MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,035
Assessment$557,759
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 488 Royce St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
538 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,095,000
11/20/25
3
1
1,110
579 Alberta St, Altadena, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$700,000
07/23/26
2
1
1,020
693 Royce St, Altadena, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$780,000
11/06/25
2
1
1,036
482 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
08/26/25
3
1.5
1,120
715 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$950,000
01/28/26
2
1
884
463 Alberta St, Altadena, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$550,000
09/19/25
2
1
816
2637 Olive Ave, Altadena, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$400,000
05/29/26
2
1
1,188
738 Stonehurst Dr, Altadena, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$973,100
03/25/26
2
1
1,282
169 W Woodbury Rd, Altadena, CA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$535,000
03/19/26
2
1
1,142
494 Alberta St, Altadena, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,210,000
04/28/26
3
1
1,468

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Assigned Schools

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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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  • Angel G.
    "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 488 Royce St

  • What is 488 Royce St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 488 Royce St in Altadena, CA is $883,500.
  • 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 $1.17M. That is up $185K from the prior month.
  • 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 488 Royce St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 488 Royce St in Altadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 488 Royce St?
    The lot at 488 Royce St in Altadena, CA is about 0.27 acres (11,591 sq ft).