1014 N Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103

Welcome to this beautifully restored Spanish Revival home, built in 1922 and located in the highly sought-after Garfield Heights Landmark Historic District, named neighborhood of the year in 2023 by 48th annual Neighborhoods USA Conference. Privately set behind a mature hedge, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath residence seamlessly blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern upgrades. A welcoming front porch opens to a spacious living room featuring refinished hardwood floors,abundant natural light, and a stunning tiled fireplace with both gas & wood-burningcapabilities. The adjoining formal dining room showcases an original refurbished built-in buffet and sliding glass doors leading to the porte-cochere, creating an ideal flow for entertaining. The remodeled kitchen is filled with sunlight and appointed with quartz countertops, soft-closing doors and drawers cabinetry, newer Samsung Bespoke Smart appliances, ceramic tile flooring, and direct access to the backyard. The upgraded bathroom features a newer vanity, sink, toilet, tub, and stone-like tile flooring. The primary bedroom includes a ceiling fan, walk-in closet and sliding glass doors opening to the private backyard retreat, complete with a tree shaded patio, an Angel's tears tree in full bloom and a resurfaced pool & spa - perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Adding even more versatility, the detached two-car garage offers excellent potential for a home office, studio, gym, or possible ADU conversion. The current owner has meticulously preserved the home's original character while completing extensive upgrades, including: refinished hardwood floors (2024), restored doors, moldings, built-ins, and door hardware (2026), new HVAC system with heat pump, A/C unit and ductwork (2024), remodeled bathroom (2021), remodeled kitchen (2025), new front, rear, and sliding doors plus updated kitchen and bathroom windows (2022-2025), resurfaced roofs with a white liner (2024), new sewer line (2022), new garage door (2021), paving stone driveway (2021), new fencing & iron gate (2021-2025) and a 240V receptacle for charging electric vehicles. Events within the Garfield Heights neighborhood include block parties, art fairs, annual home tours, seasonal socials and chili cook-offs to name a few. This exceptional historic home offers rare character and modern comfort and is conveniently located just minutes from the 210 and 134 freeways, Old Town Pasadena, and the Rose Bowl,