500 Santa Paula Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91107
500 Santa Paula Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91107
Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully reimagined home in the highly desirable Hastings Ranch community, where extensive upgrades, thoughtful design, and modern functionality come together in one exceptional property. The bright and open interior features wood flooring throughout, abundant natural light, recessed lighting, custom wood accents, and a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The beautifully designed kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing abundant cabinetry, stone countertops, a large waterfall-edge island with seating, designer backsplash, under-cabinet accent lighting, and generous storage. A 150” dramatic retractable projection screen transforms the main living area into the perfect space for movie nights and entertaining. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring barn-style doors that open to a versatile bonus area within the oversized closet—ideal as a dressing room, sitting area, workspace, or additional storage. The spa-inspired primary bathroom offers dual vanities, a freestanding soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, designer tilework, and illuminated niches. Major improvements include a new roof, new AC system, whole-house repipe with copper and PEX, new windows, solid wood interior doors, fresh interior and exterior paint, and upgraded landscaping throughout. The home was professionally bolted to the foundation as a proactive seismic safety upgrade by the previous owner. Smart-home features include a Genie StealthDrive Connect smart belt-drive garage door opener, video smart lock with camera and doorbell, 8-in-1 WiFi keypad deadbolt, and remote-controlled driveway gate. The garage features fresh epoxy flooring, while the gated driveway adds privacy and convenience. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped and private backyard with expansive lawn, multiple entertaining areas, and a wood gazebo—an ideal setting for dining, relaxing, and enjoying Southern California indoor-outdoor living. Thoughtfully improved from the major systems to the smallest design details, this Hastings Ranch home offers style, comfort, privacy, and modern convenience in a truly move-in ready setting.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Pasadena · Single Family Residence
Listed 12.9% above the median closed sale of $1,400,000. Closed comps sold at 109% of list — strong seller's market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1070 Medford Road | Pasadena | 1951 | 3 | 2 | 1,445 | 7,300 | $958 | $1.39M | 11 | 81 |
| 975 Pepperhill Road | Pasadena | 1951 | 3 | 2 | 1,594 | 8,452 | $988 | $1.57M | 51 | 77 |
| 2461 Monte Vista Street | Pasadena | 1948 | 3 | 3 | 2,148 | 8,133 | $791 | $1.70M | 9 | 75 |
| 1007 Rose Avenue | Pasadena | 1916 | 4 | 3 | 2,144 | 7,032 | $699 | $1.50M | 14 | 74 |
| 745 Hastings Ranch Drive | Pasadena | 1950 | 4 | 4 | 2,196 | 11,523 | $796 | $1.75M | 5 | 58 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.4 | 2.8 | 1,905.4 | 8,488 | $846.4 | $1.58M | 18 | |||
| Median | 2,144 | $1.57M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3176 La Tierra Street | Pasadena | 1948 | 05/07/2026 | 4 | 2 | 1,597 | 5,479 | $1.79M | $1.74M | $1,088 | 0.97 | 83 | 90 |
| 3270 Hermanos Street | Pasadena | 1947 | 03/26/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,803 | 7,413 | $1.55M | $1.77M | $984 | 1.15 | 27 | 89 |
| 3330 Hermanos Street | Pasadena | 1947 | 07/22/2026 | 3 | 3 | 1,536 | 7,564 | $1.30M | $1.40M | $911 | 1.08 | 34 | 85 |
| 574 Sunnyslope Avenue | Pasadena | 1938 | 01/30/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,379 | 7,054 | $1.20M | $1.40M | $1,015 | 1.17 | 70 | 84 |
| 3295 Las Lunas | Pasadena | 1949 | 12/22/2025 | 3 | 2 | 1,393 | 7,285 | $1.30M | $1.39M | $994 | 1.07 | 40 | 79 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.2 | 2.2 | 1,541.6 | 6,959 | $1.54M | $1.54M | $998.4 | — | 50.8 | ||||
| Median | 1,536 | $1.40M | $1.40M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.