542 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 91104
OFF MARKET
Listed by Jennifer Wenzlaff, Proper Dwelling, (323) 481-4437 . Bought with Equity Los Angeles

542 E Rio Grande St
Pasadena, CA 91104

North Central
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 844 sqft

$1,064,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,470/mo*
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$1,064,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,470/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
844 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Located in the charming Normandie Heights neighborhood of North Pasadena, this lovely Craftsman home offers a timeless blend of vintage allure and modern comfort. Built in 1922, this historic residence is a true testament to the architectural elegance of its era. As you approach the front entrance, you're greeted by the classic Craftsman aesthetic, with its low-pitched roof, overhanging eaves, and inviting front porch. Upon entry, there is an immediate sense of warmth and nostalgia with original hardwood floors and built-ins, adding to its character and charm. The living room features an inviting fireplace that is perfect for chilly evenings. The elegant dining room includes built-in cabinetry and is adjacent to the thoughtfully updated kitchen including a new dishwasher. There are two cozy bedrooms, both of which are bathed in natural light and provide a tranquil retreat. The shared bathroom includes a vintage cast iron tub for lounging and relaxation. Outside, the spacious, private backyard offers a serene escape, with lush landscaping and a beautifully curated organic garden that includes two fig trees and a pluot tree. Perfect for alfresco dining! In addition there is a converted garage, that is currently used as an art studio. Notably, this residence holds a Mills Act designation. Come see this rare opportunity to own a piece of Pasadena's rich architectural heritage. Minutes from the 210 freeway, the Rose Bowl, Old Town Pasadena , JPL and CalTech.
542 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA 91104 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 844 sqft single-family home in North Central, built in 1922. It last sold for $1,000,000 on Apr 9, 2024 (6% above the $939,500 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,064,300, with a rent estimate of $3,450/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 542 E Rio Grande St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Art Studio
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 844 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: In Kitchen
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: Driveway
View
Has a ViewView: Peek-A-Boo

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Front PorchNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 13

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Craftsman
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5838038008

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $939,500
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Mar 13 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

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

Community

Community Features: Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6592 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash to New Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PF24036186Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 3234814437Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5838038008-R-N

Additional Information

Street LightsSidewalks
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Jennifer Wenzlaff DRE #01893083, (323) 481-4437
Proper Dwelling
Bought with: David Lantzman DRE #01897162, (805) 350-3233, Equity Los Angeles
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#PF24036186

Price History for 542 E Rio Grande St

DatePriceEventSource
04/09/2024$1,000,000Sold
CRMLS #PF24036186
03/29/2024$939,500PendingCRMLS #PF24036186
03/15/2024$939,500ContingentCRMLS #PF24036186
02/29/2024$939,500Listed For SaleCRMLS #PF24036186
08/16/2005$481,000Sold
N/A
05/21/2003$329,000Sold
N/A

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$2,752
Assessment$200,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 542 E Rio Grande St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
533 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$750,000
11/07/25
2
1
926
1374 Palm Ter, Pasadena, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
04/13/26
2
1
1,138
470 E Ladera St, Pasadena, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$860,000
10/17/25
2
1
1,037
1651 N Garfield Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$850,000
08/01/25
2
1
1,024
841 E Ladera St, Pasadena, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$815,000
08/17/25
2
1
950
1166 N El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$850,000
11/26/25
2
1
1,232
400 Flower St, Pasadena, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,133,750
03/31/26
2
1
1,042
1065 N El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
09/25/25
2
1
945
1188 N Hudson Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$850,000
01/05/26
2
1
964
1638 N Garfield Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,335,000
06/01/26
2
2
1,008

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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

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 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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