Active
1661 E Mendocino Street
Altadena CA, 91001
$3,298,000
$656.58 per sqft
Active
6 Beds
6 Baths
5,023 sqft
Residential
Built in 1924
Listed by Michael Alfano with RE/MAX Unlimited Real Estate 714-990-4711
Pasadena's most famous architect Sylvanus Marston & his associates Van Pelt & Maybury were true to form when designing this architectural masterpiece. Owner just spent almost $140,000 up grading the electrical system and pipes You will be amazed at the intricate fine details and craftmanship of this stately mansion. The Altadena Town & Country Club is just a short walk away. The Balian ice cream family mansion is just few homes away. Our Batchelder fireplace with decorative tiles will take your breath way. The formal dining room complete with butler's pantry will not disappoint as the dining room can comfortably fit 36 people. This incredible estate has over two-thirds of an acre with a guest house, children's playhouse, 3 car garage, tennis court and a storage shed. If you're looking to build a granny unit or mother-in-law suite there is plenty of room just behind the gorgeous back yard patio perfect for a wedding reception or family party showcased by a beautiful rose garden House is not stucco but built from Gunite. Pools are made from Gunite! Tough Escape to your own back yard with its many special places to curl up and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the birds singing. Enjoy the koi pound just off the main living room at the private outdoor patio which would be perfect for afternoon teatime or an evening outdoor dinner. The kitchen has its own breakfast nook and spectacular breakfast counter bar. Most importantly there is a downstairs bedroom of good size with its own private full bathroom. The downstairs bedroom is easily accessible at the kitchen entrance or backyard patio entrance as there is a beautiful concrete paver entrance behind the ornate front gate to drive thru right up to the side door to make it easy to unload groceries, drop off kids and or park your autos behind the gorgeous gate. We have mentioned that there are 6 bedrooms but believe it or not it could be 9 bedrooms as we have a formal downstairs library with a walk-in closet directly across from the powder room. We also have 2 upstairs enclosed sleeping porches. 1 at the West Wing and the other just across the way from our jack & jill bedroom and full bath at the East Wing. This stately home features a giant basement with 2 access entrances. Store wine, cigars, vegetables and fruits or just use it for storage. The many additional features are exquisite with period piece lighting, interior GUNITE concrete walls, timeless stained glass & much more. Tons of space to park your cars!
PW23133177
MLSⓇ ID
May 25, 2023
Listed
November 9, 2023
Updated
Map
1661 E Mendocino Street
Altadena CA, 91001
Interior Features
Total Stories
2
Bedrooms
6 Beds
Bathrooms
6 Baths
Interior Features
Built-in Features, Balcony, Ceramic Counters, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Living Room Deck Attached, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Partially Furnished, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, Two Story Ceilings, Wood Product Walls, Bedroom on Main Level, Jack and Jill Bath, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites
Appliances
6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Laundry Description
Laundry Closet
Floor Description
Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Living Room
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.68 acres
Exterior Features
Koi Pond, Rain Gutters, Brick Driveway, Concrete, Open, Patio, Porch
Lot Features
Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Sprinklers On Side
Architectual Style
Colonial
Roof
Spanish Tile, Tile
Sewer
Cesspool, Public Sewer
Other Property Details
Days on Market
113
Association Amenities
Foothills, Street Lights
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Parking
Circular Driveway, Door-Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Garage Faces Side
Parking Total
3
View
Yes
View Description
Hills, Orchard, Pond
County
Los Angeles
Water Source
Public
Pool
No
Pool Features
None
Buyer Agency Compensation
2%
Listing History
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
11/9/2023 | Price Change | $3,298,000 -6% |
9/12/2023 | Price Change | $3,498,000 -3% |
Listing Contact: 714-990-4711
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