491 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91104
SOLD
APR 17, 2026

491 E Penn St
Pasadena, CA 91104

North Central
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,190 sqft

$1,210,000

Last Sold: Apr 17, 2026
22% over list $989K
$1,017/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,409/mo*
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$1,210,000

Last Sold: Apr 17, 2026
22% over list $989K
$1,017/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,409/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,190 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Living Area
1,190 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,017/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

In the highly sought-after Normandie Heights neighborhood of Pasadena, this romantic 1925 Spanish enchants on a tree-lined street, with mountain peaks in the distance. A breezy front porch welcomes you to the south-facing home filled with natural light and warmth. Beautiful windows, wood floors, and a Batchelder-inspired fireplace grace the living room; an arched opening leads to the sunny dining. The spacious all-white kitchen is tastefully updated with terra-cotta tile floors, tons of storage, and room for a breakfast nook or office corner. Two sunny bedrooms include an ensuite primary; the guest bath is finished with stylish wallpaper. The generous backyard is perfect for summertime parties, with a hardscape patio for alfresco dining, and citrus trees and native landscaping throughout. Amenities include central AC, parking, and a laundry room with sink and storage. Enjoy local favorites Roma Market, Seed Bakery, Lavender & Honey, Union, and Agnes, and easy access to shopping and conveniences.
491 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA 91104 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,190 sqft single-family home in North Central, built in 1925. It last sold for $1,210,000 on Apr 17, 2026 (22% above the $989,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,204,700, with a rent estimate of $4,255/month.
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Home Details for 491 E Penn St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1190 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, MicrowaveDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: DecorativeSpa: NoneHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Tile, Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: Peek-A-Boo, Mountain(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: None
Parking & Garage
No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage - 1 Car,Tandem
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Spanish
Building
Not Attached Property

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $989,000Price Per Sqft: $1,017/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 31 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1190 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5022.468 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 26663099Listing Url
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Tracy B Do DRE # 01350025, (323) 842-4001
Coldwell Banker Realty, (626) 584-0050
Alison Moss-Huddy DRE # 01888197, (818) 383-1003
Coldwell Banker Realty, (626) 584-0050
Bought with: Grace Chang DRE # 01788890, (626) 318-2028, Coldwell Banker Realty, (626) 584-0050
Source: CLAW, MLS#26663099

Price History for 491 E Penn St

DatePriceEventSource
04/17/2026$1,210,000Sold
CLAW #26663099
04/08/2026$989,000PendingCLAW #26663099
04/01/2026$989,000ContingentCLAW #26663099
03/19/2026$989,000Listed For SaleCLAW #26663099
09/07/2023$1,050,000Sold
CRMLS #WS23130684
08/11/2023$999,999PendingCRMLS #WS23130684
07/18/2023$999,999Listed For SaleCRMLS #WS23130684
09/16/2015$200,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.22M
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.1%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$814
$11MoM
Available listings
378
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,459
Assessment$1,071,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 491 E Penn St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1704 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,185,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,342
1638 N Garfield Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,335,000
06/01/26
2
2
1,008
1862 N Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$945,000
11/20/25
2
2
1,065
622 E Penn St, Pasadena, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,225,215
06/02/26
3
2
1,538
1840 Santa Rosa Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
11/12/25
4
2
1,344
1710 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
05/05/26
3
1
1,452
400 Flower St, Pasadena, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,133,750
03/31/26
2
1
1,042
2030 Lovila Ln, Altadena, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
02/02/26
2
2
1,098
640 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,201

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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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  • 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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