859 Sunset Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103
Single-family home
Sold May 2026
Listing Agent: Dhari Thein (DRE #01403784) · Listing Office: COMPASS · Contact: (626) 205-4040 · Bought with: Elizabeth Daly · Sotheby's International Realty · MLS #P1-26835 · Source: CRMLS
How this sale compares
859 Sunset Avenue sold for $1,575,000 in May 2026, 21% over its $1,300,000 list price, after 9 days on the market. That works out to $870 per square foot on 1,810 square feet. Across 76 closed sales in 91103 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $1,325,000 and the median is $818 per square foot, 6.0% below this sale's $870. 3-bedroom rentals in 91103 currently list at a median of $4,650 a month (7 listings).
| Quarter | Closed sales in 91103 | Median sold price |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | 7 | $2,475,000 |
| Q2 2026 | 40 | $1,307,500 |
| Q3 2026 | 19 | $1,280,000 |
| Q4 2026 | 10 | $1,100,000 |
Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in Pasadena · Homes for sale in 91103
Description
This beautiful three bedroom, two bath 1,454 square foot (as measured) Spanish, with an enchanting one bedroom, one bath, 356 square foot (as measured) accessory structure is absolutely picture-perfect. You enter the romantic residence via a welcoming front porch that steps into the elegant interior. The gorgeous living room features hardwood floors and a central decorative fireplace, flanked by custom rich wood, glass-fronted cabinetry that beckons you in. Additionally, there is an inviting formal dining room wrapped in windows that adjoins the impeccably remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, an expansive peninsula with bar seating, quartzite counters, as well as a built-in desk or workspace. There are three bedrooms with plenty of storage, as well as two magazine-worthy renovated bathrooms. The back accessory structure has one bedroom, one bath, and a kitchenette. It has limitless possibilities and could be a fantastic office, guest abode, or entertainer's cabana as it is sited right off the pool. Other highlights at the property include designer fixtures, coved ceilings, arched doorways, gleaming hardware, and sumptuous marble tile. The home, which has incredible curb appeal, sits on a verdant 8,208 square foot lot filled with an abundance of blooming blossoms as well as native plants. It has a flower-lined front path surrounding the lush lawn that leads you to the gracious raised porch. The backyard, with a glistening pool, is a paradise that showcases the best of the California lifestyle. There are numerous spaces for relaxing beneath the stars, quiet reflection, or creating an idyllic environment to host the ultimate celebration under the elongated pergola. This is truly a wonderful place to live. Don't miss this shining jewel in our sought-after Pasadena community.
Listing description from the May 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
Sale history
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