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$2,200,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ SB26132502 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Let yourself be seduced by the timeless romance of "La Torre Vista", a four-bedroom, three-and-one-half-bath Spanish Revival estate nestled among the tranquil hills of South Pasadena. Designed by architect Lisa Pendleton, AIA, and completed in 1995, this residence commands sweeping views of the San Gabriel Mountains and the valley beyond, offering elite architectural design, privacy, and refined California living. Embraced by natural surroundings, "La Torre Vista" evokes the charm of a private villa, from its dramatic rotunda and archways to its terracotta rooflines. The home captures the enduring beauty of classic Spanish Revival design while offering convenience of modern amenities. A covered front porch welcomes guests into a breathtaking entry tower crowned by an approximately twenty-five-foot domed ceiling adorned with exposed wood beams. Sweeping staircases rise beneath this architectural centerpiece, setting the tone for the elegance that unfolds throughout the home. French doors open to terraces, balconies, covered decks, and garden patios, blending indoor and outdoor living. Rich hardwood floors grace the formal living and dining rooms, while elegant tile flooring flows throughout the entry, hallways, kitchen, breakfast nook, and baths. The impressive living room features a soaring two-story vaulted ceiling with exposed wood beams, natural light, and fireplace. The formal dining room opens to a covered deck overlooking picturesque vistas, while the kitchen combines functionality with granite countertops, custom cherry wood cabinetry, a built-in desk, breakfast nook, and stainless-steel appliances, including a built-in refrigerator/freezer and microwave. The private primary suite serves as a luxurious retreat, featuring vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, a fireplace, walk-in closet, private balcony, and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and separate shower. Additional upper-level bedrooms continue the home's distinctive architectural character with vaulted ceilings and exposed wood beams. Designed for entertaining, the outdoor living spaces include multiple patios and terraces, a fountain-style spa, built-in barbecue area, and lush landscaping. Includes tri-zoned central heating and air conditioning, a three-car tandem garage, and expansive concrete driveway "La Torre Vista" with its breathtaking views, and romantic surroundings come together to create an extraordinary place to call home.

1345 Indiana, South Pasadena
$1,875,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ SR26095237 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Nestled in one of South Pasadena's most sought-after pockets, 407 Alta Vista Avenue is an artful hillside retreat offering a rare sense of privacy, tranquility, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Spanning 2,398 square feet across two thoughtfully separated levels, the entry floor opens to a sun-drenched living and dining room anchored by a white brick fireplace, with Saltillo tile floors flowing into a warm chef's kitchen featuring stainless appliances, custom wood cabinetry, and a peninsula with pendant lighting. The sliding glass doors open to a covered redwood veranda overlooking a verdant treetop canopy and mountain sight-lines. The lower level expands the home's flexibility with a spacious family room, additional bedrooms, and its own full kitchen, equipped with crisp white cabinetry, quartz counters, glass tile backsplash, and a chef's island. A wall of sliding glass opens to a second wraparound deck where a freestanding soaking tub framed by flowing curtains and Moroccan lanterns crowns a spa-like outdoor sanctuary. The setup is ideal for multigenerational living, a long-term guest suite, or a private creative studio. The backyard offers a private, zen like retreat centered around a mature fig tree with a built-in daybed nook sits tucked beneath the deck, surrounded by gravel pathways and hanging lanterns. At the street, a Spanish-tiled entry courtyard adds a final quiet, artistic touch. Set in the heart of one of greater Los Angeles' most beloved walkable communities moments from Mission Street, the South Pasadena Farmers' Market, the Gold/A Line Metro, and the city's top-ranked public schools. Located within the award-winning South Pasadena school district and moments from Mission Street, South Pasadena Farmers' Market, Trader Joe's, and Garfield Park.

407 Alta Vista Avenue, South Pasadena

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