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981 Glen Oaks Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91105

$2.29M3bd · 3ba · 2,187 sqft
Lot 23,244 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•24d on market•MLS# AR-26207861

Property Description

Discover a beautifully transformed hillside retreat combining sophisticated design, peaceful seclusion, and spectacular panoramic scenery. The property has undergone an extensive renovation, featuring a fully permitted addition, a spacious outdoor deck, and an elevated balcony with exterior stair access. Positioned within Pasadena’s historic San Rafael neighborhood, just above the world-famous Rose Bowl, the home enjoys exceptional privacy and captivating views of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena skyline, and glittering city lights. These inspiring vistas can be enjoyed from nearly every room. In the living room, soaring vaulted ceilings create a dramatic sense of space and showcase the surrounding scenery. The renovation includes permitted upgrades to the home’s major systems, including the electrical panel and city service line, HVAC, plumbing, tankless water heater, insulation, stucco, garage door, and dual-pane tempered windows and doors. A completely redesigned kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms feature high-quality materials and refined modern finishes. Completing this exceptional property is an attached two-car garage, along with extensive on-site parking that can accommodate up to 7 vehicles. Thoughtfully renewed from top to bottom, this unique residence offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, views, and an outstanding Pasadena location.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1981

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1981
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
View
City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s)
City
Pasadena
Zip Code
91105
County
Los Angeles
Listed byRe/Max Premier Properties, Lei Shen

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$11,569.37
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,830,400
Total Interest
$2,334,574
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$4,164,974
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

981 Glen Oaks Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91105

Pasadena · Single Family Residence

$2.29M
Luxury Tier
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sqft
2,187
Lot
23,244 sqft
Year
1981
$/Sqft
$1046
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
View: city✓
Garage: 2-car✓

Listed 4.7% below the median closed sale of $2,400,000. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.

At market
Subject listed at $2.29M· $1,046/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $2.40M
−$112K (−4.7%)
Active comps
vs active median $2.45M
−$162K (−6.6%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $846
+$200 (+23.6%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
5315 Mount Royal DriveLos Angeles1888432,67020,877$749$2.00M371
411 WoodcliffePasadena1988333,45725,492$752$2.60M11269
1290 Rancheros RoadPasadena1961342,13614,232$1,147$2.45M5567
133 Orange Grove BoulevardPasadena1905443,00910,830$847$2.55M6863
1029 STALEY LANELos Angeles2025432,97724,829$735$2.19M7461
Total: 5 · Average3.63.42,849.819,252$846$2.36M62.4
Median2,977$2.45M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
1265 El Mirador DrivePasadena195009/25/2026322,0819,126$2.29M$2.30M$1,1051.005067
166 Arroyo BoulevardPasadena192006/15/2026342,93817,079$2.60M$2.62M$8911.015566
1100 Pine Oak LanePasadena197008/14/2026432,56212,287$2.50M$2.40M$9370.9610065
1110 Armada DrivePasadena192306/24/2026332,5688,038$2.30M$2.59M$1,0091.133464
756 Linda Vista AvenuePasadena195604/17/2026321,88217,856$2.50M$2.25M$1,1960.907764
Total: 5 · Average3.22.82,406.212,877.2$2.43M$2.43M$1,027.6—63.2
Median2,562$2.40M$2.40M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

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Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.