One of the landmark estates of San Marino/Pasadena, the William K Jewett House and Gardens, also known as Arden Villa, is spread over a gated and level nearly three acres of landscaped grounds, including: The main and secondary homes, two pools, tennis court, green house, reflecting pond and expansive lawns and formal gardens. Designed by the venerable team of Sylvanus Marston & Garrett Van Pelt, and completed in 1915, the entire estate, as well as the secondary Mid-Century Modern home, with separate pool and gated driveway, underwent a massive renovation and redesign in 2019. In addition to systems and structural updates, Clements Design masterfully married existing 100+ year old handcrafted detailing, with modern amenities and design. So difficult, and rarely accomplished, the estate exudes the stalwart characteristics of the Gilded Age, at the same time feeling avant-garde, imaginative, and creative. Set behind its grand wrought iron gates, the home and gardens have provided unparalleled privacy for its residents as well as played host to a rich history of guests, including: Buster Keaton, the Marx Brothers and the Dynasty television series. Shown only to prequalified buyers.
For sale
$45,000,000
1145 Arden Rd, Pasadena, CA 91106
8beds
18,565sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
2.95 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,424/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 88 days
- 6,352
- 377
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brent Chang DRE # 01822562 626-487-8100,
Compass 626-205-4040,
Drew Fenton DRE # 01317962 310-623-3622,
Carolwood Estates
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 26843243
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 13
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 6
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Library, Living Room, Office, Breakfast, Patio Covered, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Loft, Home Theatre, Gym, Guest House, Powder, Rec Room, Entry, Family Room
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Freezer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Elevator, Built-Ins
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Dining Room, Library, Guest House, Den
Interior area
- Total structure area: 18,565
- Total interior livable area: 18,565 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gated, Carport, Guest, Oversized, Garage - 2 Car, Gravel
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated
- Spa features: In Ground, Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2.95 Acres
- Dimensions: 267 x 400
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Greenhouse, Detached Guest House
- Has additional parcels: Yes
- Parcel number: 5327012002
- Zoning: PSR4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Villa
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Gated, Alarm System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,424/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,541,000
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$6,189/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $45,000,000+188.8%$2,424/sqft |
Source:  CLAW #26843243 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2019 | Sold | $15,579,500-20.1%$839/sqft |
Source:  Glendale AOR ZDD #819003889 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2019 | Listing removed | $19,500,000$1,050/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #819000102 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2019 | Price change | $19,500,000-30.4%$1,050/sqft |
Source: BHHS California Properties #819000102 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $28,000,000+40%$1,508/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Propert #17238936 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2013 | Sold | $20,000,200+471.4%$1,077/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/1997 | Sold | $3,500,000-67.6%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/1997 | Sold | $10,807,322+293%$582/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/1993 | Sold | $2,750,000$148/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,541,000 +3.1% |
| 2025 | $19,114 +3.2% | $1,494,000 |
| 2024 | $18,530 -7.3% | $1,494,000 -30% |
| 2023 | $19,989 -21.1% | $2,133,000 |
| 2022 | $25,340 +4.5% | $2,133,000 -83.9% |
| 2021 | $24,239 -82.3% | $13,215,003 +1% |
| 2020 | $137,003 | $13,079,500 -40.8% |
| 2019 | $137,003 -43.1% | $22,078,132 +2% |
| 2018 | $240,983 | $21,645,228 +2% |
| 2017 | $240,983 +1% | $21,220,812 +2% |
| 2016 | $238,594 +1.9% | $20,804,720 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $234,172 +3.4% | $20,492,214 +2% |
| 2014 | $226,374 | $20,090,800 +91.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $10,500,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,500,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $10,500,000 -5.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $11,154,300 -6.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $11,899,320 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $11,666,000 +184.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $4,106,757 |
| 2005 | -- | $4,106,757 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $3,947,290 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $3,874,946 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $3,798,967 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $3,651,451 |
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