Romantic Spanish home located in a lovely treelined neighborhood above the Rosebowl in Pasadena on a corner lot in an area of character homes. Old world 1930s beauty with vintage artisanal details meets new in this charming and historic 4 bedroom / 3 bath magical sanctuary, sensitively updated while retaining the home's original architectural integrity. Bright and airy, with views of the San Gabriel Mountains and multiple private terraces that open to lushly landscaped fenced-in private gardens with a fountain and a pool, fruit trees and raised beds that provide seamless indoor/outdoor living for relaxing and entertaining. The large living room features a dramatic arched picture window, a dramatic barrel ceiling, and a wood burning fireplace. The remodeled primary bedroom suite features a sumptuous concrete tub, new master bath with well-crafted bespoke details, a gas fireplace, a new walk-in closet and direct access to the pool. A second en-suite bedroom features a new guest bath with rustic designer tile and fixtures. The home has wood floors throughout, recessed lighting, and designer artisanal fixtures. Additional upgrades include new windows, solar panels, an EV charger, a resurfaced driveway, new pergolas, and new paint. Additional features include automatic irrigation and outdoor lighting, a security system, an alkaline water system and water softener, an Arlo security surveillance camera system, an Alesa home automation system for controlling lights and plugs, a Ring doorbell, a laundry room, and a two-car garage with automatic door opener. This property seamlessly blends the beauty of old world classic Spanish charm with today's modern amenities. Close to historic Old Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, the Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena dining, shopping, colleges, universities and cultural experiences, as well as downtown Los Angeles and multiple freeways. An elegant and romantic private refuge in the heart of Pasadena.
Sold for $2,325,000 on 07/03/25
Listing Provided by:
Henry Blackham DRE #01950310 henry@erbeblackham.com,
COMPASS,
Maureen Erbe DRE #02030732 626-622-1112,
COMPASS
$2,325,000
1241 Solita Rd, Pasadena, CA 91103
4beds
2,240sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
7,796 Square Feet Lot
$2,317,000 Zestimate®
$1,038/sqft
$6,529 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2025 at 02:06pm
Listing Provided by:
Henry Blackham DRE #01950310 henry@erbeblackham.com,
COMPASS,
Maureen Erbe DRE #02030732 626-622-1112,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Michele Downing, DRE #01046965
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-21991
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,240 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Tile
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 7,796 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 5702017027
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Biking, Golf, Hiking
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
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Estimated market value
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