525 Grand Ave | Sold at 112% of List Price!

Located in a sought-after tree-lined neighborhood of South Pasadena is this historic 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home situated on a 7,066 sq ft lot. This home is one of the oldest homes on Grand Ave & has so much to offer! Curb appeal exudes with the picturesque craftsman construction of the home, the large Magnolia tree, well-maintained lawn, multicar driveway, & the large covered front porch that is perfect for taking in the Southern California weather. Entering the home, one is struck by the size of the living room & easy flow into the dining room with hardwood floors, windows, and crown & base moldings signaling its origin as a classic American bungalow from the early 20th century. The living room has windows & a traditional brick wood-burning fireplace. The dining room has beamed ceilings, custom built-in display shelving, wainscoting, & a chandelier. The dining room opens to the kitchen which has an abundance of cabinets for storage, double sinks, large windows, & stainless steel appliances. Right off the kitchen, there is a laundry area with a front-loading washer & dryer opposite a study nook & a window-clad back door that leads to the backyard. The North side of the home has two bedrooms & a bathroom, connected by a shared 5-way hall with a built-in storage closet. Both bedrooms have large windows, Douglas fir hardwood floors, & walk-in closets. The bathroom was inspired by classic 1920's design & has hexagon tile floors, subway tiled walls, a pedestal sink, a cabinet with a full width, a height-adjustable mirror, & a tub/shower combo. There are many things to love about this home, especially the backyard which has a grassy area, with trees & foliage throughout, & two-tiered patios, with a large Monument 5-burner stainless steel gas grill! This home also has two additional parking spots behind the backyard with gated access from the shared private drive. The home also has a detached garage that has a finished space with a vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting, & hardwood floors, perfect for a work studio. In addition, there is a California basement with an exterior cellar door entrance. With the sought-after location, award-winning schools, Thursday farmer's market, local horse trails, historic attributes, curb appeal, character, & beautiful backyard, you won't want to miss the opportunity to call this South Pasadena home yours!