668 E Mendocino St, Altadena, CA 91001
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668 E Mendocino St
Altadena, CA 91001

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,568 sqft

$1,449,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,779/mo*
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$1,449,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,779/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,568 sqft

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Description

Ideally sited on a corner lot in the treasured Christmas Tree Lane neighborhood of Altadena, this 3 bed/2 ba mid-century traditional is punctuated with both charming 50s details and modern flair. Tucked behind privacy landscaping and framed by its Altadena Golden Poppy Award-winning garden, the home exhibits both form and function. A persimmon-colored door sends a warm welcome as you step inside the foyer and then beyond into the light filled, spacious living room. A seat near the center fireplace or from almost any angle will provide filtered views of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, courtesy of the expansive front bay window. This room flows seamlessly into an adjoining dining room with striking wainscoting, juxtaposed against a contemporary focal chandelier, and also has a row of windows with easterly garden views. Gleaming hardwood floors guide you from one room to another. The home features 3 generous bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a den, and 2 lovely bathrooms. The newly updated eat-in kitchen features quartz countertops, charming tile backsplash, floating shelves, a new 5 Italian burner gas range, and a handcrafted brushed, dampening stainless sink. An adjoining laundry room provides additional cupboard storage, laundry sink and fold-down ironing board. An attached and finished former garage provides an extra 390 sq ft of creative bonus space. Currently used as an artist-at-work studio , it could also easily translate into a fun hang-out space, home office or fitness area. A retractable ladder provides access to generous attic storage. The exterior spaces provide both an oasis and a perfect backdrop for summer soirees. Ideally located from outside the kitchen, and shaded by a mature liquid amber tree, an expansive deck sits perched above the gently tiered backyard. Magical at every turn and a true gardener's delight, the space has been designed with various intimate sitting and lounging areas woven amongst perennial hummingbird butterfly plantings beneath the Aleppo Pine and hanging Staghorn ferns. Also included is a bamboo-shaded potting area, a private grassy area outside of the primary bedroom, a pavered area for your barbeque, several storage closets and a shed for outdoor equipment. As an added green benefit, the home has been fitted with 24 energy conserving/producing solar panels.
668 E Mendocino St, Altadena, CA 91001 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,568 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $1,400,000 on Aug 5, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,449,800, with a rent estimate of $5,269/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 668 E Mendocino St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: WallHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950Year Updated: 1950
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: 6969 sqft

Price History for 668 E Mendocino St

DatePriceEventSource
08/05/2021$1,400,000Sold
Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-5685
07/23/2021$1,099,000ContingentPasadena Foothills MLS #P1-5685
07/12/2021$1,099,000Listed For SalePasadena Foothills MLS #P1-5685
05/16/2006$695,000Sold
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Market trends in Altadena

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$17,045
Assessment$1,485,690
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 668 E Mendocino St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2369 Catherine Rd, Altadena, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,700
476 E Calaveras St, Altadena, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
09/23/25
3
2
1,425
574 Alameda St, Altadena, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
08/28/25
3
2
1,598
2650 Catherine Rd, Altadena, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,500,888
01/27/26
3
2
1,804
452 Colman St, Altadena, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,375,000
05/06/26
3
2
1,589
589 Buena Loma St, Altadena, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,552
2117 Madison Ave, Altadena, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$935,000
12/08/25
3
1.5
1,579
649 E Sacramento St, Altadena, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$865,000
03/27/26
3
2
1,344
778 Alameda St, Altadena, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$875,000
11/19/25
3
1.5
1,346
734 E Mendocino St, Altadena, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,140,000
05/27/26
2
1
1,053

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What Locals Say about Altadena

At least 208 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 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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  • Sandy Choi
    "It’s nice here I would rexooment it for dog owners and active people. Families are ideal here too. Everything is nearby "
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  • Saundra Parker
    "Events at the Altadena Libraries; readings, community activities, the friendliness of most neighbors, the fact that there are so many who are willing to help others, there are many who love and want to help animals, etc."
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  • Victoria Carbé
    "We are an inclusive, diverse community of like minded people who are generally very warm, friendly and welcoming."
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  • Saundra Parker
    "Dog owners are definitely always welcome in the neighborhood. They wouldn’t like that if their dog or cat gets outside - especially during breeding time for bears, coyote, mountain lion, any carnivores - their pet may never be seen again or ever return."
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  • Saundra Parker
    "I work in a manner referred to as hybrid; I go into an office setting once or twice monthly. When I go into “the office”; the office alternates at a setting in the Arts district of downtown LA & downtown Pasadena. I experience a fairly stress-free commute."
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  • Carolyn Dunn
    "It’s a great place to live. I wish it was less expensive though. When I moved back to Southern California I wanted to be closer to work and I am, living here. "
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  • Saundra Parker
    "I rarely commute and perform most of my duties virtually, so - I commute to meetings/sites and average of once a month or once every two months to downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica or Beverly Hills from Altadena."
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  • Shakiyla A. D.
    "Just at an air B and B. Really nice area. Close to everything. Schools, restaurants, nail salon, and near the rose bowl. Over all very good neighborhood. I’d come and stay again in the futures. I don’t have much more to say because I’m just visiting. "
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  • Gan Z.
    "near by here sometime have family concert, the liberrary is good place to know somebody. Children’s birthday party is good communication with neighbor."
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  • Garcianny1
    "The Christmas tree lighting, the food trucks and the catholic schools. The nearby parks as well. Pet friendly parks and neighbors are friendly. "
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  • Laurie C.
    "It’s diverse, eclectic and it feels rural, yet only 15 minutes from downtown Pasadena. We have stunning mountain and city views, wildlife and super friendly neighbors. Plus wild parrots and peacocks! "
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  • Purrsoul
    "It’s a wonderful community to raise children as there are lots of places to explore including amazing trails. "
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  • Fernando C.
    "It’s nice, quiet and peaceful, there’s a lot of nature. You are in the mountains. It’s not as busy as Pasadena. "
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  • Otto S.
    "Xmas tree lane during Xmas. Hiking paths Lots of trees Diverse population Quiet neighborhood Unique Foot of the mountain weather "
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  • Bria D.
    "A nice spot between Hollywood/ downtown and the San Gabriel Valley. Quiet suburb away from the hustle and bustle of the city."
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  • Gabriela U.
    "The weather the people the different community here the gym I really love living here I’ve lived here all my life"
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  • Lizdesimone7
    "my commute to downtown Los Angeles is wonderful as long as I leave is my house by 6:30 in the morning I make it to work in downtown L.A. by 7 a.m. it is also a great commute to downtown Pasadena and really close to the mountains."
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  • Garcianny1
    "Pretty accesible, transportation is punctual. Bus stops are close by, walking distance. Drivers are very courteous."
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  • CGT
    "There a lots of parks in the area. A great one is Farnsworth Park. People there are friendly and there are dog meet ups too"
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  • Saundra P.
    "Dog owners will be very pleased to live in this community. There are many pet lovers here. The only area of concern is there are wild animals living in the area; coyotes, bears, bobcats, skunk, opossum, rattlesnake and deer. Dogs and cats should never be left unmonitored in their yards, as they may be eaten or injured by coyotes at any time of the day."
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  • Blackwingjenny
    "The local country club does spectacular fireworks every 4th of July! Also the farmer’s market every week."
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  • Houseofchellz13
    "Great family neighborhood. Parking is good, traffic is moderate, stores nearby. Freeway access okay "
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  • Carlos N.
    "Not a good area to live. To much drugs. Homeless people everywhere police all over the place. Parking ticket officer give you tickets for no reason, etc...."
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  • Anallamasguti3rr3z
    "there are many families they should lower the rent so the families won't go to other cities. I believe that Altadena will become a ghost town "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for a few months and I can't wait to be out of here. Full of drug spots, police chases all the time. Junkies all over, nasty neighbors don't pick up after their dogs, etc...."
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  • Amanda RM
    "Reasonable commute out of town. Easy access to freeways and public transit. Lake is congested, which is to be expected. "
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  • Ayo D.
    "They dont have alot of sidewalks, therefore you must be careful when riding bike, walking dog or skating. "
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  • Greek
    "Very kid friendly neighborhood close to Pasadena and LA. My kids ride their bikes around and walk to school. "
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  • Brian S.
    "A lot of us dog owners meet in the morning and evening at the park at the end of the block. Unfortunately, there is not an off leash area."
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  • Bob C.
    "15 min drive to metro. Some busses around. Basically, you need a car, or like to walk or bike far to shop. The 134 is ever more congested because of big trucks, especially approaching 210 west from 134 westbound "
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  • Mike R.
    "Very diverse residents. Even the houses are quite different from one another. You do not feel like you are in Los Angeles. Much more like living in the country, yet only five minutes away from Pasadena. "
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  • Vvalentino1
    "We are a multi-ethnic community who live here out of the city chaos, but close enough to get into the city for work or cultural pursuits. We are supportive of each other. Kindred spirits on my block. Artists, professors, scientists, media people, animal lovers, gardeners, hikers who prefer maintaining a low profile and quiet simple and more authentic lifestyle raising children and enjoying grandchildren."
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  • Wood r.
    "Safe quiet neighborhood, good park nearby. We know most of our neighbors on a first name basis but there are rarely community events. The public library nearby is great."
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  • Katherine L.
    "my aunt has lived here over 20 years and all thats changed is her house value has skyrocketed but it's a great neighborhood "
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  • KimberlyMcDonald
    "Everyone in my area have dogs there’s not much sidewalk on my block but they do with it. There’s a trail further down the road both of you and your dog can hike. "
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  • Nancy G.
    "New to neighborhood and California. I like the diversity in people and being close to mountains. Seems to be a very dog friendly neighborhood."
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  • Lescalanteusc
    "I have lived in Altadena for 4 years and love the friendly small town feel. Love the fresh air, great hiking, and close proximity to the Rose Bowl, Old Town Pasadena, LaCanada, and many other points of interest."
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  • Elonmarcel
    "Janes village has small homes with character. Homes are well maintained and charming. Many tree lined streets and easy access to great trails."
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  • Angel G.
    "it's a nice mix of city,urban and wilderness environment not too crowded and everyone has enough space ,quiet and peaceful most of the time"
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