Affectionately known as the 'Columbia House', this gracious and stately residence was built in 1910 by the architect George Lawrence Stimson and sits on the juncture of Columbia Street and Fremont Avenue in the Stimson District neighborhood of South Pasadena, known for its quiet, treelined streets and historic homes. Built in 1910, this glorious two-story American Craftsman-style home spans 4,919 sq. ft. and harkens back another age with its double French doors, built-in shelves and cupboards, exposed wood beams and shaded wrap-around front porch. As one of the most recent homes purchased from Caltrans by the City of South Pasadena, its history has been preserved for many years and is ready for its next owner. Sitting back from Columbia Street, this roomy cedar-shingled home features polished hardwood floors and three fireplaces in its elegant living, dining, and family rooms. From the den you can access the outdoor patio and kitchen with two butler pantries and there is a convenient half bath. Classic Victorian touches can be found throughout this magnificent home with double French doors, wall sconces, and artistic windows that let in natural light. Front and back staircases take you to the second floor with six bedrooms connected by three baths, two which feature clawfoot tubs and one with a tub/shower combo. There's also a fully-enclosed porch, perfect for an office or rec room. The driveway off Fremont Ave. leads to a one-car garage and ample space for parking, and a large yard with mature trees. The rear entryway opens to a 'mud room' with hook ups for a washer and dryer. From there, you can access the stairway to a spacious cellar with room for a workshop, food storage, tools, hobbies and more. This location is just minutes away from Mission Street's shops, cafes, parks, and restaurants. You'll find the best schools in South Pasadena with its friendly, small-town feel. This home is a part of that history and continues to shine with its treasured turn-of-the-century charm.
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
4,919
Lot Size
16,493 sqft
Year Built
1910
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
3
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
P1-27529
Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Separate Formal Dining Room, Multiple Staircases, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace
Den, Family Room, Living Room
Laundry
Laundry Room
Heating
Floor Furnace
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage
Patio & Porch
Wrap Around
Fencing
Wood
Construction
Wood Siding
Direction Faced
North
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Sprinklers None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Suburban
$0
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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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