1244 Linda Vista Avenue

Pasadena, CA 91103

$1,899,000

List Price

2

bed Beds

2

shower Baths

1,621 sqft

straighten / sqft

1946

calendar_month Built

Property Description

In the idyllic stretch of Linda Vista Avenue between Banyan and Afton Streets, surrounded by architectural charm, the neighborhood branch library and a park tucked just across the street, sits this handsome 1946 Mid-century traditional home. Rich with contemporary updates and character details, this property has been maintained and enhanced to wonderful effect. Mature landscaping and a striking horizontal plank fence introduce the front garden, a study in inspired simplicity; both relaxed and elegant plantings and hardscape offer interesting geometry and color blocking. Follow the wide, gravel-lined front path past the cascading fountain to enter a quiet, light-filled haven inside. From the entry and living room, original elements of this home shine: refinished white oak floors, decorative stacked brick fireplace. Functional double pocket doors on brass inset tracks lead into the generously-scaled dining room to the south. The adjacent kitchen with classic shaker-style cabinetry, high-back porcelain apron sink, and tile backsplash with sunny yellow tile pencil liner nods to the past. A convenient pantry (or mudroom) with vintage-inspired beadboard cabinets, and butcher block laundry countertop also feels happy and vintage-inspired. Just off the kitchen is the character-filled family room, with its tongue-in-groove wood paneled walls and beamed shiplap ceiling, a second decorative fireplace and adjoining 3/4 bath. The backyard garden view through the bank of double-hung sash windows here is a winner: it's a picture of lush green podocarpus hedges and fruit trees, with fields of turf, decomposed granite, and an ultra-private outdoor patio. Down the hall to the east and the west, find two spacious bedrooms, each with pretty garden views, and the large full bath. Outside, the backyard offers space to enjoy, as well as a detached, finished two car garage with storage closet and connected workshop/office space. Located 4 minutes from the Rose Bowl, 5 minutes from the Norton Simon Museum, and 10 minutes from Descanso Gardens, there is so much to enjoy here, both on the property and in the surrounding area.

Listing Information

List Price $1,899,000
Status Active
MLS P121584
Type Residential
Subtype Single Family Residence
Year Built 1946
Lot Size 9,600
Structure Size 1,621
Courtesy Of COMPASS
Listing Agent Teresa Fuller DRE#01315387

Interior Features

Laundry Information
Location(s) Inside, Laundry Room
Total Bedroom
Bedrooms 2
Total Bathroom
Bathrooms 2
Flooring Information
Material Tile, Wood
Fireplace Information
Features Decorative, Family Room, Living Room, See Remarks
Additional Information
Additional Features Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Storage, Tile Counters, Walk-In Pantry, Workshop

Exterior Information

Other Structures
Views Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Peek-A-Boo, Trees/Woods

Maps

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Listing information courtesy of: Teresa Fuller, COMPASS (626) 483-0710. *Based on information from the Association of REALTORS/Multiple Listing as of Apr 4th, 2025 at 4:12 PM and/or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. 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.