490 Ellis St, Pasadena, CA 91105
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OFF MARKET

490 Ellis St
Pasadena, CA 91105

South Arroyo
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,667 sqft

$2,735,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,685/mo*
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$2,735,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $16,685/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,667 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.74M
Since last month
Decreased$52K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$102K (+3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$1M (+61.8%)
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 +131% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.71M
July 2026$2.76M
June 2026$2.8M
May 2026$2.79M
April 2026$2.76M
March 2026$2.8M
February 2026$2.76M
January 2026$2.68M
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
670 Westbridge Pl, Pasadena, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,921,000
02/23/26
3
2.5
1,876
269 Palmetto Dr, Pasadena, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,710,000
12/03/25
5
3
2,767
380 California Ter, Pasadena, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$3,530,000
09/10/25
3
2.5
2,666
260 S Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$3,050,000
08/04/26
4
4
4,023
436 S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$2,855,000
08/10/26
4
3
2,855
166 S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$2,617,000
06/15/26
3
4
2,938
710 S Grand Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$2,410,000
05/05/26
4
3
2,387
509 Palmetto Dr, Pasadena, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$3,270,000
07/14/26
4
3.5
3,950
782 S Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.66
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
10/28/25
3
2
2,488
632 S Grand Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$3,050,000
06/04/26
3
3.5
3,928

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
478 Ellis St, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.01
$3,233,000
3
4
3,773
Off Market
242 S Grand Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.06
$4,317,700
4
4
3,430
Off Market
251 S Orange Grove Blvd #2, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.05
$1,278,200
2
2.5
1,900
Off Market
251 S Orange Grove Blvd #7, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.05
$1,760,700
2
3
1,900
Off Market
335 S Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.05
$997,000
2
2
1,681
Recently Sold
325 S Grand Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.12
$7,275,200
4
6
5,274
Off Market
211 S Orange Grove Blvd #5, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.09
$1,850,000
3
2.5
2,311
Recently Sold
260 S Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.09
$3,050,000
4
4
4,023
Recently Sold
300 S Orange Grove Blvd #1, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.10
$3,915,300
5
5
4,420
Off Market
300 S Orange Grove Blvd #5, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.10
$2,094,300
3
3
2,776
Off Market
300 S Orange Grove Blvd #2, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.10
$1,852,600
2
2.5
2,029
Off Market
300 California Ter, Pasadena, CA 91105
0.15
$3,430,900
3
3
2,707
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1887
Living Area
2,667 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,026

About this House

A turn-of-the-century gem, this 1887 Victorian, located in one of the most coveted of Pasadena's neighborhoods, is just steps from the famed Tournament of Roses parade route. Featuring 3-bedrooms and 3-bathrooms, the home is light-filled throughout with hardwood and tile flooring, an updated kitchen with an adjacent family room, and a spacious primary suite featuring a tiled bath with a separate tub and shower; the amenities abound. The public spaces are large and feature much of the architectural integrity of the Victorian movement. A lovely private brick patio and pot garden sit at the back of the property, while a charming front porch is a perfect respite to enjoy the professionally designed garden, rolling green lawn and beautiful tree-lined street and neighborhood.
490 Ellis St, Pasadena, CA 91105 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,667 sqft single-family home in South Arroyo, built in 1887. It last sold for $1,675,000 on Jun 23, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,735,700, with a rent estimate of $7,030/month.

Home Details for 490 Ellis St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: WallHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1887Year Updated: 1925
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: 8712 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 23, 2022
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,675,000
May 25, 2022
Source: CRMLS #P1-8526
Pending
$1,595,000
May 20, 2022
Source: CRMLS #P1-8526
Contingent
$1,595,000
May 3, 2022
Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-8526
PriceChange
$1,595,000
Price decreased by 20%
Mar 7, 2022
Source: Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-8526
Listed For Sale
$1,995,000

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$30KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$805
$10MoM
Available listings
388
9MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

South Arroyo
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What Locals Say about South Arroyo

At least 64 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say kids play outside

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Dave G
    "The rose bowl and the surrounding event spaces. Various neighborhood block parties and celebrations "
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  • 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. "
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  • 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 !! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Quaint and charming, mature trees and well maintained homes and yards. Safe, well lit and very pleasant. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this area of Pasadena and efficient short commute safely driving, public transit is and always was prior to COVID start safe."
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  • Trulia User
    "Some cars speed downhill on our street and dogs are startled; and also, sometimes Cayotes roam about in broad daylight "
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  • Snesbitt
    "Tons of people walk their dogs in this neighborhood. There are wide sidewalks and plenty of set back from the street and traffic. "
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  • Snesbitt
    "My commute is very short. Typically it is under 5 minutes. Working in Pasadena is a great alternative to working downtown "
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  • Pamela H.
    "Love the location. Walking distance to old town and 25 mins from work in Studio City. Super safe and quiet"
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  • Gary K.
    "We see people walking their dogs at various times. Everyone seems very comfortable with this end it helps neighbors get to know each other."
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  • Em A
    "I don’t have a commute, but there are restaurants within walking distance, and my children’s school is also within walking distance."
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  • M
    "The neighborhood is dog friendly Some people don't curb their dogs on the sidewalk, there should be a fine for people that do this."
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  • Drew10weaver
    "The rose parade starts next to our house. There are a lot of events at the rose bowl. There are always events in old town which is within walking distance. "
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  • Rosajj0008
    "There is public transportation. You have metro trains go to downtown. But I always drive. There is Uber everywhere. A lot of places are walkable. It’s an easy area to live. "
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  • Darlavidger
    "This is a fantastic neighborhood. The neighbors are very friendly and kind. I would recommend this place for families who have children and pets. "
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  • Daniel S.
    "It’s clean, quiet & beautiful yet has quick access to major freeways, exciting restaurants & a host of small businesses "
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  • Betsy
    "I’ve lived here almost 30 years. It’s a beautiful, safe community with so much to do all around us. "
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  • Pashaa34
    "It is in the city, near the main road, but far enough away that it has its own quietness. It is near the freeway. It is more affordable. "
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  • leafar6611
    "This first-class area offers excitement for adults and children alike. Parks, dining, entertainment, children's activities are all within walking distance. Pasadena provides children with live entertainment at Libraries and during Festivals. This is an awesome place to live if you could afford it."
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  • H
    "Cute established area of smaller character homes (mine's a 2+1on cul de sac of mid-century moderns) and million-dollar-plus estates. Nice mix of folks in age, lifestyle, interests. Lots of dog lovers (mine kinda people.) Walk to Old Pas or So Pas. "
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  • mdancsecs
    "This area is the best intersection of beauty and charm with community feel"
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Frequently asked questions about 490 Ellis St

  • What is 490 Ellis St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 490 Ellis St in Pasadena, CA is $2,735,700.
  • What is the price history for 490 Ellis St?
    490 Ellis St in Pasadena, CA last sold for $1,675,000 in June 2022.
  • 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 $30K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 490 Ellis St?
    The lot at 490 Ellis St in Pasadena, CA is about 0.20 acres (8,712 sq ft).
  • Does 490 Ellis St have parking?
    Yes, 490 Ellis St in Pasadena, CA has on-site parking.

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