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450 Cherry Drive

Pasadena, CA 91105
  • $1,895,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 6 Days
  • ID#: P1-19732
Open House
UPDATED: 53 min ago
$1,895,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.15
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,917
    SQFT
  • $989
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1933
County:

School Ratings & Info

Listing Agent(s): Teresa Fuller of COMPASS ((626) 205-4040)


Description

This infinitely special Spanish Colonial Revival home in the San Rafael Hills of Pasadena is rustic yet elegant, romantic yet stately, refined yet warm and all of the complex contradictions that make this architecture irresistible. Sited on the south-facing side of Cherry Drive, with views of the Poppy Peak Historic District and beyond, this home transports its visitors to a relaxed, style-rich and elevated point of view. Hand-troweled stucco, a classic red clay barrel tile roof with curved rafter tails and recessed entry define the exterior of this 1933-built property. Follow the brick walkway to the front porch flanked by Arbutus and Bottlebrush trees, and open the 'Julia Morgan blue' front door to reveal a spectacular Magnesite floor inside. Molded into harmonious octagonal and Saltillo brick patterns with hand painted Spanish tile details, the entry floor and ironwork set the artisan tone. Vaulted beamed ceilings define public spaces here: in the entry, suspended over a hand-carved wood beam, and in the living room: a cathedral ceiling lined with tongue and groove paneling. Featuring a rustic decorative brick fireplace with iron-front wood storage vault, the living room boasts casement picture windows to the front, framing the view of a Camphor tree. With southern exposure, both the living and dining rooms are light-filled, with peg-in-groove hardwood floors and velvety white plaster walls. Through french doors, the dining room offers access to a private balcony with southern tree top views...and to the north, the patio and backyard. Adjacent to the dining room, find an exquisite kitchen with Adriatic blue lacquered cabinetry, high end stainless appliances, custom tile backsplash and views. Like the arched casement window above the hammered copper sink opens to the side yard; this home offers great flow and many opportunities to commune in the public spaces. Bedrooms are lovely, each with garden or treetop views. Two bathrooms are updated with artful fixtures and finishes, while retaining character: from the sweet built-in cabinet in the 3/4 bath, to the collage of aqua and blue tile in the full bath. Finally, the backyard is a dream, with handsome brick dining patio, sitting terrace under a grove of astonishing Euphorbia cactus, a shady turf side garden and a spa for unobstructed star gazing. Located central to everything and near treasured local spots, here is opportunity to live with architecture and history, while living well in the present.

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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2024-11-01T17:38:26.547. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Realty ONE Group Empire. Licensed in the State of California, USA.
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450 Cherry Drive Pasadena, CA 91105

  • Price: $1,895,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 6 Days
  • Updated: 53 min ago
  • ID#: P1-19732
3
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.15
Acres
1,917
SQFT
$989
$/SQFT
1933
Built
Neighborhood:
647 - Pasadena (SW)
County:
Los Angeles
Area:
647 - Pasadena (SW)
Property Description
This infinitely special Spanish Colonial Revival home in the San Rafael Hills of Pasadena is rustic yet elegant, romantic yet stately, refined yet warm and all of the complex contradictions that make this architecture irresistible. Sited on the south-facing side of Cherry Drive, with views of the Poppy Peak Historic District and beyond, this home transports its visitors to a relaxed, style-rich and elevated point of view. Hand-troweled stucco, a classic red clay barrel tile roof with curved rafter tails and recessed entry define the exterior of this 1933-built property. Follow the brick walkway to the front porch flanked by Arbutus and Bottlebrush trees, and open the 'Julia Morgan blue' front door to reveal a spectacular Magnesite floor inside. Molded into harmonious octagonal and Saltillo brick patterns with hand painted Spanish tile details, the entry floor and ironwork set the artisan tone. Vaulted beamed ceilings define public spaces here: in the entry, suspended over a hand-carved wood beam, and in the living room: a cathedral ceiling lined with tongue and groove paneling. Featuring a rustic decorative brick fireplace with iron-front wood storage vault, the living room boasts casement picture windows to the front, framing the view of a Camphor tree. With southern exposure, both the living and dining rooms are light-filled, with peg-in-groove hardwood floors and velvety white plaster walls. Through french doors, the dining room offers access to a private balcony with southern tree top views...and to the north, the patio and backyard. Adjacent to the dining room, find an exquisite kitchen with Adriatic blue lacquered cabinetry, high end stainless appliances, custom tile backsplash and views. Like the arched casement window above the hammered copper sink opens to the side yard; this home offers great flow and many opportunities to commune in the public spaces. Bedrooms are lovely, each with garden or treetop views. Two bathrooms are updated with artful fixtures and finishes, while retaining character: from the sweet built-in cabinet in the 3/4 bath, to the collage of aqua and blue tile in the full bath. Finally, the backyard is a dream, with handsome brick dining patio, sitting terrace under a grove of astonishing Euphorbia cactus, a shady turf side garden and a spa for unobstructed star gazing. Located central to everything and near treasured local spots, here is opportunity to live with architecture and history, while living well in the present.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style SpanishSee Remarks Attached Garage YN No Direction Faces South Exterior Features BalconyLightingRain Gutters Lot Features Back YardDrip Irrigation/BubblersGardenSprinklers In RearSprinklers In FrontLandscapedYard Open Parking Spaces 2 Parking Features Door-SingleGarageOff StreetPrivate Parking Total 3 Patio And Porch Features BrickBalcony Pool Features None Pool Private YN No Property Attached YN No Roof ClaySpanish Tile Spa Features In GroundPrivate Spa YN Yes View HillsNeighborhood View YN Yes

Interior Features

Appliances DishwasherGas RangeRefrigeratorRange HoodWater Heater Common Walls No Common Walls Cooling YN Yes Door Features French Doors Fireplace Features DecorativeLiving Room Fireplace YN Yes Flooring See RemarksTileWood Heating YN Yes Interior Features BalconyCathedral Ceiling(s)Separate/Formal Dining RoomEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsStone CountersSee RemarksStorage Window Features Casement Window(s)Wood Frames

Property Features

Association YN No Common Interest None Community Features BikingCurbsHikingStreet Lights Electric Standard Exclusions Entry hallway sconce lightsPrimary Bedroom sconce lightsLower Bedroom sconce lightspotted plants. Garage YN Yes Land Lease YN No Laundry Features InsideLaundry ClosetIn Kitchen Lease Considered YN No Levels Multi/Split Listing Agreement Exclusive Right To Sell Listing Service Full Service Listing Terms CashCash to New Loan Property Condition Updated/Remodeled Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Security Features PrewiredCarbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s) Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Special Listing Conditions Standard Structure Type House Utilities Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected Water Source Public



Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2024-11-01T17:38:26.547. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Realty ONE Group Empire. Licensed in the State of California, USA.
 
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