1320 Gates Place, South Pasadena, CA 91030

About this single-family home

Perched above the winding, picturesque Gates Place, this charming midcentury 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage rests on a sprawling quarter-acre lot in the heart of South Pasadena. Surrounded by lush native plants along a verdant hillside, the home offers a tranquil blend of indoor and outdoor living. The meticulously designed interior showcases custom built-in cabinetry and a sofa created by Width Over Ears in collaboration with Evan Kinori, all masterfully handcrafted by woodworker Brian Coyle (Maru, Lady White Co). Whether hosting gatherings under the open sky or savoring a peaceful morning coffee, this inviting home encourages a slower, more intentional lifestyle rooted in nature's beauty. Modern comforts, including central AC, in-home laundry, and electric vehicle charging, provide convenience without compromising the rustic charm. Located just moments away from top-rated South Pasadena schools, the beloved Fiore Cafe, the lively South Pasadena Farmers Market, and trendy Highland Park, this property offers the best of serene living with urban accessibility.

Listing description from the April 2025 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Sale history

$1,111,000

Sold April 2025 · listed $949,000, on market March 2025 · MLS #25504911 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Brita Kleingartner · Listing Office: TRG Real Estate Co., Inc. · Contact: 323-275-9273 · Bought with: Erin Keegan · Compass

$867,500

Sold December 2021 · listed $901,000, orig. $925,000, on market August 2021 · MLS #21771082 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Ben Braksick · Listing Office: Opendoor Brokerage Inc. · Contact: 323-917-8617 · Bought with: Eva Garber · Sotheby's International Realty

$900,000

Sold June 2018 · listed $899,000, on market June 2018 · MLS #18353162 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Mark A. Diffie · Listing Office: Lotus Estate Properties · Contact: 310-823-1823 · Bought with: Robert Giambalvo · Redfin Corporation

$715,000

Sold May 2014 · listed $680,000, on market April 2014 · MLS #P0-214012239 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Nina Kirkendall · Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway Home Serv. · Contact: 626-440-5100 · Bought with: Non-Member Default · Lighthouse Properties

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