520 Madeline Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105
OFF MARKET

520 Madeline Dr
Pasadena, CA 91105

South Arroyo
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,980 sqft (on 0.60 acres)

$5,703,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $33,806/mo*
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$5,703,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $33,806/mo*
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4 Beds
4 Baths
4,980 sqft
(on 0.60 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Unique Pasadena gem down a private drive! Enter through the gates to discover this casually elegant home rebuilt in 2014 to embrace its 1908 roots. Originally the gardener's cottage of the historic Cravens Estate, this home offers exceptional quality and design on a park-like .62 acre property. The two-story home celebrates flexible indoor-outdoor living with a modern twist on traditional Pasadena charm. Downstairs are inviting public rooms with a breathtaking gourmet kitchen that opens to the family room, along with a junior primary bedroom suite. Upstairs are two secondary bedrooms with a bathroom, the oversized laundry room and a separate gorgeous primary suite with a dressing closet, spa bathroom and relaxing library retreat. All rooms have vistas of the property with its pool, multiple patio spaces, mature trees, lawns and roses. There is even a secret garden adjacent to the 3-car garage which includes storage and work-out rooms and a bathroom. Come home to this peaceful sanctuary with a wonderful history and central location in Pasadena's coveted Lower Arroyo. Effectively all new construction completed in 2014, including all new utility services (electric, gas, water, telephone, cable and satellite) * Kitchen is equipped with Wolf six-burner range and grill, double ovens and microwave drawer, Miele dishwasher and Sub-zero glass-front refrigerator/freezer * Countertops throughout the house are high-end natural stone or Walker-Zanger tile * Most floors are hickory - 7 inch plank bleached and custom dyed, others are stone, with underfloor heater in primary bathroom * Automatic interior and exterior Lutron lighting systems * Wired for whole house music system including speakers in downstairs public areas, pool, and front courtyard. * 11 HD camera outdoor security camera system * Pool and spa are Pentair remote controlled including salt-water chlorinating system.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 520 Madeline Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1901Year Updated: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 3

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.60 acres

Price History for 520 Madeline Dr

DatePriceEventSource
07/08/2021$4,650,000Sold
Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4935
06/16/2021$4,250,000PendingPasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4935
06/10/2021ListingRemovedPasadena Foothills MLS
06/04/2021$4,250,000PendingPasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4935
05/27/2021$4,250,000Listed For SalePasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4935
12/28/2012$1,700,000Sold
N/A
12/07/2012$1,685,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.23M
$55KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.8%
1.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$802
$9MoM
Available listings
375
30MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$56,406
Assessment$4,934,617
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

South Arroyo
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What Locals Say about South Arroyo

At least 63 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

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % 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

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % 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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    "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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    "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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    "Quaint and charming, mature trees and well maintained homes and yards. Safe, well lit and very pleasant. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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520 Madeline Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105 is a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,980 sqft single-family home built in 1901. 520 Madeline Dr is located in South Arroyo, Pasadena. This property is not currently available for sale. 520 Madeline Dr was last sold on Jul 8, 2021 for $4,650,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 520 Madeline Dr is $5,703,400.