Here's a chance to own a versatile duplex in Pasadena with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across two separate units. The current tenants have agreed to move out at close of escrow, so the property is expected be delivered vacant. That means you can set your own rents, live in one unit and rent the other, or move in multiple generations of family right away. Inside, the living areas are spacious and full of natural light, with tile and laminate-style flooring and good-sized bedrooms. The open kitchen and dining area has plenty of cabinets, granite-style countertops and a large peninsula with extra prep and serving space. One bathroom has an oversized layout with a separate tiled shower and a jetted soaking tub. You'll also find in-unit laundry, more than one living and dining area, and lots of storage. Outside, a large concrete driveway and courtyard give you room to park several cars. Mature landscaping and established fruit trees add shade and privacy. Investors will like the clean slate and the chance to start leases at today's rents. Owner-occupants will like having rental income to help with the mortgage. Either way, this Pasadena duplex is a strong addition to any portfolio.
For sale
Listed by: Vimvi California • Justin Fautsch • (626) 669-1088
Price cut: $50K (10/14)
$1,125,000
144 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107
4beds
1,692sqft
Duplex
Built in 1984
10,133 Square Feet Lot
$1,113,600 Zestimate®
$665/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 71 days
- 720
- 32
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Fautsch DRE #02081966 (626)669-1088,
Vimvi California,
Mark MacFarlane DRE #01795440 626-669-1088,
Vimvi California
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-28689
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub, Tub Shower, Vanity, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Counters, Storage, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,692 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Covered, Driveway, On Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Barbecue, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 10,133 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers None, Street Level, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 5755007019
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Suburban
- Security: Security Lights
- Subdivision: Not Applicable
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $665/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $445,761
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 72 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,113,600
$1.06M - $1.17M
$3,480/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Price change | $1,125,000-4.3%$665/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-28689 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000$694/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-28635 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $445,761 +2% |
| 2025 | $5,634 +5.6% | $437,021 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,335 -5.8% | $428,453 -5.6% |
| 2023 | $5,662 +3.4% | $453,874 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,473 +4.1% | $444,975 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,256 +3.9% | $436,251 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,057 | $431,778 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,057 -0.5% | $423,313 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,085 | $415,013 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,085 +1% | $406,877 +64.3% |
| 2016 | $5,035 +55.9% | $247,647 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,230 +2.9% | $243,928 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,139 | $239,151 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $233,404 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $228,828 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $227,119 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $227,660 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $223,197 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $218,821 +28.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $170,672 |
| 2005 | -- | $170,672 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $164,047 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $161,041 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $157,884 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $151,754 |
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Neighborhood: East Pasadena
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