538 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA 91001
SOLD
NOV 20, 2025
Listed by Cheryl Allen, Engel & Voelkers San Marino, (626) 287-9625 . Bought with Markey & Associates

538 Mountain View St
Altadena, CA 91001

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,110 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$1,095,000

Last Sold: Nov 20, 2025
4% over list $1.05M
$986/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,643/mo*
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$1,095,000

Last Sold: Nov 20, 2025
4% over list $1.05M
$986/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,643/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,110 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

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Description

Built in 1923, this charming bungalow sits on a generous sized lot and showcases timeless character alongside thoughtful updates. A large front porch with a mountain view welcomes you inside, where the living room is anchored by a cozy fireplace and the dining room features an elegant coffered ceiling. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, a walk-in pantry, and a sunny breakfast nook. The rear bedrooms and kitchen open to a spacious deck that extends the living space outdoors and offers multiple sitting areas overlooking the park-like backyard. A partially finished basement provides added versatility with a full bath and a laundry area with built-in cabinetry. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, dual-paned windows, and a detached garage.
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. This description is from November 21, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$986/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 538 Mountain View St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Attic, Basement, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1110 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: DishwasherDishwasherLaundry: Inside
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Vinyl, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Front of PropertyFloors: Vinyl, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, Front PorchNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5828024010

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,050,000Price Per Sqft: $986/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Oct 16 2025Possession Timing: Close Plus 3 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Community

Community Features: SuburbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Contingent on Seller's Purchase of Replacement PropertyListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: AR25232771Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 626-688-4225Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5828024010-R-N

Additional Information

Suburban
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Cheryl Allen DRE #01315712, (626) 688-4225
Engel & Voelkers San Marino
Bought with: Sarah Halpin DRE #01405135, (626) 664-1598, Markey & Associates
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#AR25232771

Price History for 538 Mountain View St

DatePriceEventSource
11/20/2025$1,095,000Sold
CRMLS #AR25232771
10/17/2025$1,050,000PendingCRMLS #AR25232771
10/08/2025$1,050,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #AR25232771

Market trends in Altadena

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,507
Assessment$340,322
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$4,206/mo
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Comparable Sales for 538 Mountain View St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2612 Casitas Ave, Altadena, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,160,000
08/11/25
3
1
1,185
482 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
08/26/25
3
1.5
1,120
2696 Casitas Ave, Altadena, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,290
715 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$950,000
01/28/26
2
1
884
587 Ventura St, Altadena, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,055,000
10/01/25
3
2
1,300
2345 El Sol Ave, Altadena, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$890,000
02/04/26
3
1
1,078
693 Royce St, Altadena, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$780,000
11/06/25
2
1
1,036
585 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,585,000
05/01/26
3
2.5
1,694

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  • 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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538 Mountain View St, Altadena, CA 91001 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,110 sqft single-family home built in 1923. This property is not currently available for sale. 538 Mountain View St was last sold on Nov 20, 2025 for $1,095,000 (4% higher than the asking price of $1,050,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 538 Mountain View St is $1,100,100.