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968 Palm Terrace

Pasadena CA 91104

4
4
5
2301 sq. ft.
7508 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $2,493,075
Luis CarmonaLuis Carmona, last sold this property on 30 December 2025 after 129 days on market.

Overview

Experience a rare blend of timeless architecture and modern luxury at 968 Palm Terrace, a fully restored and expanded historic residence in Pasadena's highly coveted Washington Square Historic District. Offering 2,301 square feet of living space, this exquisite property includes a brand-new 381 SF ADU, a completely reimagined main residence with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that embodies California living. The home benefits from the Mills Act Program, providing significant property tax savings, while offering a one-of-a-kind lifestyle framed by tree-lined streets of palm trees and cherry blossoms. Inside, the design unites traditional craftsmanship with contemporary sophistication. The 1188 SF newly built addition complements the restored original 732 SF home, creating a 1920 SF Main House with an open floor plan with soaring 13+ ft cathedral ceilings in the living, dining, kitchen, and family rooms. Natural light pours through skylights and Marvin windows, while a Fleetwood 90 corner pocket door dissolves the boundary between indoor comfort and outdoor serenity. The chef's kitchen showcases high-end Thermador appliances, a white oak island, and a stunning custom Marmorino Venetian plaster range hood. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring a Marmorino accent wall, a spa-inspired marble bathroom with steam shower, soaking tub, dual shower heads, and a custom white oak dual vanity. Additional en-suite bedrooms include thoughtfully designed baths, one with a custom waterproof plaster finish and wood accents for a zen-like spa ambiance.Every detail reflects luxury and innovation, including smart home integration: smart thermostat, smart switches, irrigation, appliances, water monitoring and leak detection system, ozone pool app, and Google camera system.Step outside to a new pool and infinity spa with ozone filtration, surrounded by lush hedges for complete privacy. Landscaped grounds feature roses, camellias, boxwood, a Japanese cherry blossom, a cedar deodar and multiple Japanese maples. Enjoy panoramic mountain and treetop views from the 289 SF rooftop deck, framed by oaks, redwoods, jacarandas, and palms. The ADU offers private luxury living with custom Italian cabinetry, marble finishes, stacked washer/dryer, and a 3-panel folding door that opens directly to the pool. Perfect for guests, extended family, or rental income.With new roofs, insulation, copper plumbing, ABS sewer lines, HVAC, drainage, and a whole-house water purification and softening system, this residence is functionally brand new while honoring its historic charm.

Features

4 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
5 carspaces
4 open car spaces
1 garage space
2301 sq. ft. floor area
7508 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in Pasadena over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 968 Palm Terrace is $1.6m.

Median value
$1.6m
Estimated value range
$2.27k - $2.68m
Median days on market
18
Estimated value trend
-7%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Pasadena. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 968 Palm Terrace

2025
Sold
$2,493,075
30 Dec 2025 by Luis Carmona, of Forward Real Estate
2021
Sold
$675,000
26 Mar 2021 by Jeffrey Sneed, of Marathon Real Estate Group
2011
Sold
$295,000
18 May 2011 by MICHAEL JACOBS, of Coldwell Banker

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Local market activity for 4 bedroom single-family properties in Pasadena

In the last 12 months, 39 four-bedroom single-family properties similar to 968 Palm Terrace, have been sold.

This represents a 14% increase in four-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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