956 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91106
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FOR SALE
Listed by Kerry Jackson, Coldwell Banker Realty, (626) 808-2500

$998,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,132 sqft

956 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91106

West Central
Est. Mortgage $6,368/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1907
$882/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 956 E Villa St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Original characterCovered front porchDetached garageThoughtful updates throughoutNatural lightLight-filled formal dining room
Welcome to this classic Pasadena home, filled with natural light, original character, and thoughtful updates throughout. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features spacious bedrooms, beautiful hardwood floors, a living room with a decorative brick fireplace, and a light-filled formal dining room with original built-ins, a bay window, and window seat. The kitchen has been refreshed with new countertops, sink, backsplash, and flooring. Significant improvements include a replaced foundation, complete electrical rewire, upgraded electrical panel, extensive plumbing and sewer line upgrades, and a new HVAC system. Outside, enjoy a covered front porch and spacious backyard with a wood deck and plenty of room to relax and entertain. A detached garage and EV charger add convenience. Centrally located with easy freeway access and close to the shops and restaurants along Lake Avenue and in Old Town Pasadena, this special home offers a wonderful combination of character, significant improvements, and a convenient Pasadena location.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 92% nearby.

Home Details for 956 E Villa St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1132 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: DecorativeSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electricity - On Property, 220 Volts in Garage
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds, Bay Window(s)Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: DeckFencing: WoodOther Structures: Shed(s)No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 20Days on Market: 28

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1907
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 5732018036

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $998,000Price Per Sqft: $882

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Pasadena

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: P1-28615

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: P1-28615Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5732018036-R-N

Additional Information

SidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

West Central
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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."
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  • 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."
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  • 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."
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  • 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 "
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    "City needs to make this area safe.Make public school much better.A lot of homeless lately.Noise level is high."
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  • Lei Y.
    "Close to Caltech and old town PASADENA. Walking distance to almost everywhere. Safe and quiet. 100 steps to rose parade. "
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  • Tom K
    "Excellent access to downtown Los Angeles. Numerous options. Still, traffic can be awful. That’s part of living here."
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  • 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!"
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  • 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. "
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  • Nathaniel T.
    "the commute is convenient to local malls and shops movies and bars............................................."
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  • Jacquie C. G.
    "Good blend of people from many different ethnic and economic backgrounds. Mostly a friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Elivin R.
    "The neighborhood is ok. Very accessible to restaurants and shops. People are nice but a bit dangerous"
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  • Patricia A.
    "Walking distance from the Rose Parade, metro rail, Carnegie Observatory. There are lots of nearby shops and restaurants you can walk to."
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  • Marih_j8
    "Live in the area, lots of homeless in the area mostly apartments so can be difficult to find parking."
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  • 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"
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  • 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 "
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  • 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."
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  • 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!"
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  • 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."
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  • Joe D.
    "Always calm and tons of restaurant near. small shops and near the train station. safe neighbourhood with tons of night life. "
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Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$9.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
1.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$779
$27MoM
Available listings
367
22MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$997K
Since last month
Decreased$68K (-6.3%)
Since last year
Increased$112K (+12.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$298K (+42.6%)
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 +67% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$997K
August 2026$1.06M
July 2026$891K
June 2026$900K
May 2026$909K
April 2026$901K
March 2026$906K
February 2026$893K
January 2026$875K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
1072 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$762,500
12/30/25
2
1
948
1062 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$762,500
12/30/25
2
1
910
445 N Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$762,500
12/30/25
2
1
898
459 N Wilson Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$762,500
12/30/25
2
1
783
623 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
06/02/26
2
2
1,306
1006 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,129,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,232
930 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,095,000
04/09/26
2
1
872
804 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
09/21/26
3
1
1,428
892 N Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.63
Single-Family Home
$925,000
07/06/26
2
1
1,340

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
432 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.05
$968,700
4
2
2,052
Off Market
973 E Villa St #1, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.04
$642,900
2
1.5
1,024
Off Market
973 E Villa St #2, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.04
$641,900
2
1.5
1,043
Off Market
449 N Catalina Ave #207, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.05
$558,900
2
2
900
Off Market
449 N Catalina Ave #209, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.05
$609,400
2
2
1,020
Off Market
419 N Catalina Ave #4, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.08
$665,000
2
2
910
Recently Sold
397 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.10
$637,800
4
3
1,859
Off Market
379 N Mentor Ave #1, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.12
$788,800
2
2.5
1,150
For Sale
504 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.10
$1,282,900
4
3
1,766
Off Market
408 N Catalina Ave #2, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.12
$659,100
2
2
863
Off Market
408 N Catalina Ave #1, Pasadena, CA 91106
0.12
$695,200
2
1.5
863
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 27, 2026
Source: CRMLS #P1-28615
Listed For Sale
$998,000
Mar 19, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$699,000
Dec 6, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,100
Nov 29, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$2,100
Apr 8, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,800

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Kerry Jackson, Coldwell Banker Realty
Agent Phone: (626) 808-2500
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2026-09-24 12:43:26 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 956 E Villa St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 956 E Villa St?
    Based on a $998,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 956 E Villa St in Pasadena, CA is approximately $6,536 (about $5,480 principal & interest, $981 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 956 E Villa St compare to homes in Pasadena?
    956 E Villa St in Pasadena, CA is listed at $998,000, about 16% 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 956 E Villa St?
    The closest schools to 956 E Villa St in Pasadena, CA are Eliot Arts Magnet (Middle, rated 2/10), Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School (rated 4/10), Pasadena High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 956 E Villa St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 956 E Villa St in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 956 E Villa St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 956 E Villa St in Pasadena, CA has laundry facilities.
956 E Villa St, Pasadena, CA 91106 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,132 sqft single-family home built in 1907. 956 E Villa St is located in West Central, Pasadena. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Aug 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# P1-28615.