79 W  Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91103
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FOR SALE
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OPEN SAT, 11-3PM
Listed by Joseph Kaplan, Coldwell Banker Realty, (626) 584-0050

$898,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,419 sqft

79 W Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91103

West Central
Est. Mortgage $5,513/mo*
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Home Highlights

Parking
8 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
Porch
Price/Sqft
$633
Listed
1 day ago
Climate Control
Ductless & Air Conditioning

Local Information

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

About this House

Quite possibly the cutest house this side of the Mississippi!! Built in 1888, this classic charmer has seen its share of birthdays. A beautiful 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage located in Pasadena's New Fair Oaks Historic District. One house not enough for ya? Well, you're in luck cause this property has two homes on the lot. A second 1 bedroom 1 bath cottage perfect for renters or in laws is located at the rear of the property.The galley kitchen with tall curve top French doors leading to the back yard give this home a true indoor/outdoor California living. Imagine the meals you'll make on the massive Wolf Stove for Dining Al-Fresco with family and friends. The home has new windows, tear off roof, remodeled bathroom, new HVAC, tankless water heater, new paint and a separate laundry room. The back house is waiting for your imagination to bring back it's turn of the century charm. This home is close to the Rose Bowl and Old Town Pasadena with its amazing shopping and dining. Located on a quiet side yet close to major thoroughfares and the 210 freeway. This house has been waiting 138 years for you to make it yours!!

Open House

Saturday, August 29
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday, August 30
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Home Details for 79 W Villa St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Attic, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1419 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: 6 Burner Stove, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, WasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: DuctlessHas CoolingAir Conditioning: DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Ductless
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Tile, Wood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PorchFencing: WoodFoundation: RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 8Parking: Concrete,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1888
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Cottage
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5726015036

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $898,000Price Per Sqft: $633
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: P1-28588

Community

Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Golf, Hiking, Mountainous, Preserve/Public Land, Sidewalks, ParkNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8403 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: P1-28588Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5726015036-R-N

Additional Information

BikingCurbsGolfHikingMountainousPreserve/Public LandSidewalksParkSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about West Central

At least 138 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 38 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say kids play outside

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Stephanie Campbell
    "Everyone picks up after their own dog and there are so many dog owners that it’s not hard to find other dogs and dog owners to bond with."
  • Fabian Herrera
    "There are many great schools. A lot of beautiful parks and hiking trails. Many activities in and around the area make for great weekends with the family."
  • Trulia User
    "It’s ageless charm is quite old. There are plenty of buildings that are about 100 years old. It’s a quiet neighborhood."
  • Trulia User
    "Many dogs and friendly people. Fuller college has a nice Park like setting with many trees and rolling lawns that most of the dogs enjoy "
  • A
    "City needs to make this area safe.Make public school much better.A lot of homeless lately.Noise level is high."
  • Lei Y.
    "Close to Caltech and old town PASADENA. Walking distance to almost everywhere. Safe and quiet. 100 steps to rose parade. "
  • Tom K
    "Excellent access to downtown Los Angeles. Numerous options. Still, traffic can be awful. That’s part of living here."
  • Terry P.
    "My neighbors are disrespectful and according to PPD, it’s the middle of the hood. I had my car broken into 5 days before Christmas, right in front of my home within an hour!"
  • Jacquie C. G.
    "There are coyotes sometimes running in the neighborhood, despite being far from mountains. And there are a LOT of skunks roaming around. My dog gets sprayed a couple times a year. "
  • Nathaniel T.
    "the commute is convenient to local malls and shops movies and bars............................................."
  • Jacquie C. G.
    "Good blend of people from many different ethnic and economic backgrounds. Mostly a friendly neighborhood. "
  • Elivin R.
    "The neighborhood is ok. Very accessible to restaurants and shops. People are nice but a bit dangerous"
  • Patricia A.
    "Walking distance from the Rose Parade, metro rail, Carnegie Observatory. There are lots of nearby shops and restaurants you can walk to."
  • Marih_j8
    "Live in the area, lots of homeless in the area mostly apartments so can be difficult to find parking."
  • Traveljoy73
    "The rose parade is only a couple blocks away , The metro is only one block away and it’s convenient to take the bus to TownPasadena"
  • Melissa H.
    "farmer's market on Saturday. Rose Bowl parade. there are numerous events at the Rose Bowl such as swap meets, concerts, marathons, biking, fireworks "
  • Heath L.
    "There's a park within walking distance, other people have dogs here, and our place only allows small dogs and cats. Big dogs, you'll have to work it out with the management."
  • Padilla64
    "one more thing I can say about where I live it is something that a lot of people can agree with me and I cannot find other people who has different opinion of what I am about to say is that, nice!"
  • Felicianacristobal
    "I live here in the community for 10-years over. Lots of people walk their dog. Lots of people looking for parking space. Close to Mexican restaurant. And yoga place."
  • Joe D.
    "Always calm and tons of restaurant near. small shops and near the train station. safe neighbourhood with tons of night life. "

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$30K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.0%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$805
$10
MoM
Available listings
388
9
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.03M
Since last month
Increased$24K (+2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$66K (+6.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$525K (+104.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +68% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.03M
July 2026$1M
June 2026$988K
May 2026$995K
April 2026$977K
March 2026$989K
February 2026$987K
January 2026$946K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,336
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,545,000
12/02/25
3
2
2,187
0.27
Single-Family Home
$850,000
05/18/26
2
1
1,044
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
05/27/26
3
2.5
1,810
0.64
Single-Family Home
$1,168,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,453
0.55
Single-Family Home
$835,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,260

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.01
$1,346,900
3
2
1,404
Off Market
0.08
$2,599,000
10
9
5,061
For Sale
0.07
$1,659,700
4
3.5
2,167
Off Market
0.10
$955,000
2
1
1,044
For Sale
0.09
$1,499,000
4
3
1,979
For Sale
0.11
$1,400,000
5
4
1,942
For Sale
0.19
$2,850,000
11
7
5,001
For Sale
0.20
$1,924,300
3
2.5
2,411
Off Market
0.20
$1,159,400
3
3
1,616
Off Market
0.17
$650,000
3
3
1,432
Recently Sold
0.17
$1,005,100
3
3
1,600
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 25, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-28588
Listed For Sale
$898,000
Dec 10, 2007
Source: N/A
Sold
$503,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Joseph Kaplan, Coldwell Banker Realty
Agent Phone: (323) 240-9458
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2026-08-25 10:18:20 PDT and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information

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Frequently asked questions about 79 W Villa St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 79 W Villa St?
    Based on a $898,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 79 W Villa St in Pasadena, CA is approximately $5,608 (about $4,650 principal & interest, $883 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 79 W Villa St compare to homes in Pasadena?
    79 W Villa St in Pasadena, CA is listed at $898,000, about 25% below the $1.19M median sale price in Pasadena.
  • What do residents say about the West Central neighborhood?
    Residents describe the West Central neighborhood in Pasadena, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in West Central, Pasadena.
  • What are the closest schools to 79 W Villa St?
    The closest schools to 79 W Villa St in Pasadena, CA are John Muir High School (rated 4/10), Madison Elementary School (rated 2/10), Octavia E. Butler Magnet School (Middle, rated 4/10).
  • Does 79 W Villa St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 79 W Villa St in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 79 W Villa St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 79 W Villa St in Pasadena, CA has in-unit laundry.
79 W Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91103 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,419 sqft single-family home built in 1888. 79 W Villa St is located in West Central, Pasadena. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Aug 25, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# P1-28588.