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Sold for $1,500,000 · Sep 2026

SOLD

Listed at $1,649,900

Sold

1836 Peterson Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030

South Pasadena, CA

MLS# PF26124712

2,651 Sq Ft • Single Family Home3bd • 2ba
33 days on market

Listing Agent

Allison Shih

Listing Agent

Redfin Corporation

DRE #: 02106404

Brokerage: Redfin Corporation

Property Details

3

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2,651 sqft

Square Feet

2013

Year Built

0.21 acres

Lot Size

$566

Price/Sq Ft

2

Garage Spaces

N/A

HOA

Single Family Home

Property Type

Description

LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Nestled within a highly coveted, top-rated 10/10 school district, this private hillside sanctuary offers a rare blend of elegance, versatility, and future potential. Spanning approximately 2,651 square feet on a generous 9,060 square foot lot, this thoughtfully designed residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a flexible bonus room that can easily serve as a fourth bedroom, home office, gym, or creative studio. Originally remodeled in 2013 and recently refreshed with new flooring and fresh interior paint, the home seamlessly combines modern comfort with timeless Mediterranean-inspired charm. Warm, inviting living spaces are complemented by abundant natural light, scenic views, and a sense of tranquility rarely found in such a central location. A truly distinctive feature of the home is its multi-level design, with each floor offering its own entrance, living area, and private deck. This unique layout creates exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, extended guest accommodations, or the potential to occupy one level while generating rental income from another. The home's design also lends itself well to the future addition of an elevator, providing enhanced accessibility and long-term convenience. Wake each morning to sweeping hillside vistas and the gentle sound of birdsong. Thoughtfully designed terraced pathways enhance privacy, safety, and serenity, creating a peaceful retreat that feels worlds away while remaining close to everything South Pasadena has to offer. The expansive outdoor terrace is an extraordinary feature for a hillside property, offering endless possibilities for recreation and entertaining. Envision a basketball court, pickleball court, resort-style pool, sunroom, outdoor kitchen, garden retreat, or even a custom treehouse—all set against a backdrop of natural beauty and breathtaking views. Situated across two lots, this exceptional property also presents remarkable development potential, with the possibility to build up to four homes (buyer to verify with the city). Whether you're seeking a private residence, multi-generational compound, income-producing opportunity, or future development project, this property offers a truly rare combination of lifestyle, flexibility, and investment potential. More than just a home, this is a rare canvas for elevated living, creativity, and lasting value in one of South Pasadena's most desirable neighborhoods.

Listing description from the September 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Facts & Features

Details

Stories
2
Cooling
CentralAir, Gas
Heating
Central
View
BackBay, CityLights, Courtyard, Hills, Mountains, TreesWoods

Sale history for 1836 Peterson Avenue

2 recorded sales

$1,500,000
Sold September 2026 · listed $1,649,900, on market June 2026, 33 days on market · MLS #PF26124712 · Source: CRMLS
Listing Agent: Allison Shih · Listing Office: Redfin Corporation · Contact: 310-409-2885 · Bought with: Jing Nie · Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
$860,000
Sold October 2013 · listed $899,000, orig. $1,188,000, on market June 2013, 141 days on market · MLS #AR13111998 · Source: CRMLS
Listing Agent: Sharon Liu · Listing Office: Re/Max Premier Prop Arcadia · Contact: 626-229-2200 · Bought with: Anne Ku · Redfin Corporation

How this sale compares

1836 Peterson Avenue sold for $1,500,000 in September 2026, 9.1% under its $1,649,900 list price, after 33 days on the market. That works out to $566 per square foot on 2,651 square feet. Across 97 closed sales in 91030 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $1,773,000 and the median is $944 per square foot, 67% above this sale's $566.

$566
This sale, per sq ft
$944
91030 median per sq ft (12 mo)
$1,773,000
91030 median sold price (12 mo)
97
Closed sales in 91030 (12 mo)
33
Days on market
−9.1%
Sold vs. list price
QuarterClosed sales in 91030Median sold price
Q1 20268$2,375,500
Q2 202641$2,000,000
Q3 202639$1,500,000
Q4 20269$2,292,000

Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in South Pasadena · Homes for sale in 91030

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