974 E Topeka St, Pasadena, CA 91104
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OFF MARKET

974 E Topeka St
Pasadena, CA 91104

East Central
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,941 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$1,934,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,707/mo*
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$1,934,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,707/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,941 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
1,941 sqft
Price/Sqft
$997

About this House

Welcome to this beautiful three-bedroom, two-bath, 1926 character home, with a separate studio, in the sought-after, tree-lined, Historic Highlands neighbourhood of Pasadena. On a nearly ? acre lot, this special home is full of charm, character, natural light and has been lovingly maintained and updated by the current owners during the last 30+ years. Living room has picturesque front windows, rich hardwood floors, high coved ceilings, an impressive fireplace with built-ins. Formal dining room will accommodate large gatherings & adjoins an updated kitchen with an abundance of storage and a centre island. The open kitchen flows into the attached den. The primary bedroom offers spacious closets, built-ins and an ensuite bathroom. Two more bedrooms, one with an attached office, and a bathroom add to the functionality of this lovely home. Storage is plentiful, with steps from the central hallway leading down to a large basement & access to the full, walkable attic, is from pull-down steps. The back of the house opens out to the patio, built-in bbq, garden and numerous areas for relaxing under the stars or for entertaining visiting family and friends. The large parcel is lushly planted and set back from the street so you have a feeling of space and quiet. The east garden features a beautiful fountain. At the rear is the two-car garage with an additional 216 sqft studio/gym or separate office area. The garage and studio are separated by flower, herb & veggie gardens.
974 E Topeka St, Pasadena, CA 91104 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,941 sqft single-family home in East Central, built in 1926. It last sold for $1,475,000 on May 14, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,934,300, with a rent estimate of $5,973/month.

Home Details for 974 E Topeka St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8
Fireplace & Spa
Hot Tub or Spa

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926Year Updated: 1926
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 2

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Price History for 974 E Topeka St

DatePriceEventSource
05/14/2021$1,475,000Sold
Pasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4196
04/21/2021$1,289,000PendingPasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4196
04/14/2021$1,289,000Listed For SalePasadena Foothills MLS #P1-4196

Market trends in Pasadena

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.22M
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.1%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$814
$11MoM
Available listings
378
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$21,706
Assessment$1,862,066
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 974 E Topeka St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
852 E Howard St, Pasadena, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,468,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,870
1202 E Lexington St, Pasadena, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,405,000
12/16/25
3
2
1,837
1680 N Mar Vista Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,730,000
04/02/26
3
2
1,667
831 E Rio Grande St, Pasadena, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
07/22/26
3
3
1,968
689 E Woodbury Rd, Altadena, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,342,500
06/03/26
3
2
1,813
1250 E Topeka St, Pasadena, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
11/12/25
3
2
1,536
335 E Howard St, Pasadena, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
06/16/26
2
2
1,418
698 E Elizabeth St, Pasadena, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$2,020,000
05/15/26
3
3
1,947
1538 N Holliston Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
08/07/26
3
2
1,680
1289 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,360,000
08/29/25
3
1.5
1,280

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

East Central
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What Locals Say about East Central

At least 136 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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  • Gary Goodman
    "Nice people in a historic neighborhood. It’s safe, quiet and a great place to raise a family. It’s home. "
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  • Coffeebucks10
    "Lots of trees and nature And Mountain Views. It is a friendly neighborhood and lots of people out and about."
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  • Trulia User
    "My grandparents loved her for their entire life. They really enjoyed their neighborhood and all the stuff and projects they did for them"
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  • Trulia User
    "I live very close to work so commute is short. I don't use public transportation though often see busses and micro busses."
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  • Trulia User
    "I just commute by car, but ever since the pandemic I work from home. Overall I find the area pretty easy to get around. "
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  • Maryrita
    "There’s always something going on at the park! And every New Year’s Day is amazing to watch the Rose Parade floats come in for two days of viewing! Lastly, we have the best Farmer’s Market every Saturday morning."
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  • Randa S.
    "We love our neighborhood and our neighbors! This is a friendly place and we see many people out walking every day. We are close to great places to shop and there are many great restaurants nearby. We are so happy here!"
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  • Lonnieurbina
    "Walkable neighborhood with cars, ambulances and trucks driving up and down Hill Ave. all day and night."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very walkable. Lots of speeding cars up and DOWN Hill Ave. Public bus and train readily available. Low crime."
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  • Stella P.
    "I see people walking their dogs on regular basis which makes the neighborhood very dog friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Patricia H.
    "We have movie nights at the park by the Police Station in the summer. The Senior Center has events also."
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  • FS
    "This is a very friendly and stable neighborhood with long term homeowners. Walking distance to parks and farmer's market. Approx. 1 mile from a dog park. Easy access by car to all the fun businesses on Lake and Old Town."
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  • lisa r.
    "people are nice and helpful when we need something we ask for help it can get quite get noisy by sirens"
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  • lauren A.
    "The fact that there is so many places within walking distance and it’s family friendly and has a lot of businesses around and everything is easy to get to "
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  • Lonnieurbina
    " Stable walking neighborhood. Low crime. Character homes. Busy streets. Available public transportation."
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Frequently asked questions about 974 E Topeka St

  • What is 974 E Topeka St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 974 E Topeka St in Pasadena, CA is $1,934,300.
  • What is the price history for 974 E Topeka St?
    974 E Topeka St in Pasadena, CA last sold for $1,475,000 in May 2021.
  • Is Pasadena a buyer's or seller's market?
    Pasadena is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Pasadena?
    The median sale price in Pasadena is $1.22M. That is down $11.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 974 E Topeka St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 974 E Topeka St in Pasadena, CA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 974 E Topeka St?
    The lot at 974 E Topeka St in Pasadena, CA is about 0.30 acres (13,068 sq ft).