For the first time since it was built by its original owners, this remarkable Mid-Century residence is ready for its next chapter. A true legacy property, this cherished home has remained in the same family for generations, where a lifetime of memories was made. Now, it offers a rare opportunity for its next steward to continue that legacy. Nestled at the base of the foothills in Pasadena's desirable Sierra Madre Villa neighborhood, moments from Eaton Canyon Golf Course, this distinctive residence blends classic Mid-Century architecture with Japanese-inspired design, creating a peaceful retreat unlike any other. A stone entry welcomes you inside. The sunken living room features parquet hardwood flooring & a striking Japandi-inspired fireplace with an integrated conversation pit, crafted from rock gathered from the very land on which the home was built, creating a warm gathering space that blends Japanese minimalism with Scandinavian comfort. Just beyond, a traditional tatami room offers flexibility as a meditation room, tea room, or private office. Walnut-paneled walls, expansive glass doors & abundant natural light define the adjoining family room, which opens to a bright sunroom overlooking the gardens. The kitchen features luxury vinyl plank flooring, tile countertops, recessed lighting, an in-wall oven, gas cooktop with integrated grill, breakfast bar seating & convenient access to the detached 2-car garage. The private bedroom wing includes 2 secondary bedrooms & a full bath. Traditional Shoji sliding doors enhance the home's authentic architectural character, while the primary suite offers a peaceful escape with sliding glass doors opening to a private patio beside a gently bubbling pond. The ensuite bath features dual vanities, a walk-in shower & a deep Japanese ofuro soaking tub overlooking a serene Zen garden with its own fountain. Outside, beautifully landscaped grounds invite quiet reflection & effortless entertaining. Handmade stone paver pathways, many crafted from materials sourced directly from the property, lead to multiple patios, a covered deck, tranquil water features & a spectacular wisteria-covered arbor. An adjacent undeveloped parcel, available separately & ideally purchased together, presents an exceptional opportunity to expand the estate or preserve the remarkable privacy of this unique setting. This is more than a home; it is a rare opportunity to become the next steward of a timeless Pasadena legacy.
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,577
Lot Size
12,025 sqft
Year Built
1961
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
1
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
P1-27953
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Eat In Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Sunken Living Room, Tile Counters, Wood Product Walls, Primary Suite
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace
Decorative, Living Room
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Range Hood
Cooling
Wall Window Units
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street
Patio & Porch
Covered, Stone, Wood
Fencing
Chain Link, Wood
Direction Faced
South
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Sprinklers None, Sloped Up
Sewer
Unknown
Water Source
Public
Curbs, Golf, Hiking, Suburban
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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