SoldNov 26, 2025

Listed by Monica Hsu

Bought with Gerard Current from Current Designed

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc #P1-24711

748 South El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91106

$3,400,000

5
4
2
4263 sq. ft.
12840 sq. ft.

SingleFam

30+ days on the market

Sold: Nov 26, 2025

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Nestled in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Madison Heights, this stunning south-facing Colonial Revival home at the corner of El Molino Ave and Cornell Rd is on the market for the first time in over six decades. Built by the esteemed Grable and Austin--renowned for their historically significant homes and superior craftsmanship--this residence exudes timeless elegance, architectural charm, and enduring quality. Hardwood floors and refined crown moldings highlight the home's classic character. The grand living room, anchored by a striking fireplace, features soaring ceilings that create an immediate impression of space, sophistication, and luxury. Adjacent to the living room is an elegant home library-an ideal space for reading, work, or relaxation. Oversized windows throughout the home bathe the interiors in natural light, enhancing the warm and inviting ambiance.This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence offers a modern floor plan tailored to today's lifestyle. The main level includes a spacious powder room and a private en-suite bedroom--perfect for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, you'll find four additional bedrooms, each with private or adjoining bathrooms. The luxurious primary suite, along with all upstairs bedrooms, features high ceilings and rich wood flooring, adding both volume and warmth. Bonus spaces and additional features elevate this home's versatility and appeal. Behind the garage, a detached guest studio measured 210 sq feet--formerly an artist's workspace--offers flexible use and can easily be transformed into a pool house, private office, guest quarters, or creative retreat. The additional unfinished usable basement, measured 525 sq feet,not part of the total square footage, provides a range of possibilities with its adaptable bonus rooms, ideal for a game room, media lounge, home gym, or additional living space. Completing the home's thoughtful design is a covered entertaining deck, accessible from the kitchen and overlooking the pool--perfect for hosting gatherings. This is a rare opportunity to own a home in one of Pasadena's most architecturally significant and historically rich neighborhoods. Enjoy close proximity to top-rated schools and institutions, including Polytechnic School, Caltech, and Mayfield Junior School, Langham Hotel, Huntington Library, as well as the South Lake Avenue shopping and dining district--with easy access to the 110 and 210 Freeway

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