This is a rare find: a top-floor, light-filled corner sanctuary right in the cultural heartbeat of the Playhouse District, tucked away with only one shared wall and no neighbors above you. Offering approximately 851 square feet of space, the home boasts striking architectural volume from high ceilings and abundant natural light that instantly draws you in, complete with the added bonus of a versatile open loft upstairs. The main level features an open layout with a beautifully updated kitchen and bathroom, alongside a private balcony for unwinding. Upstairs, the loft features a real closet--a rare find for open-concept spaces--making it an ideal home office, creative studio, den, guest retreat, or second bedroom. Beyond the character and warmth of the home, it comes equipped with all the everyday conveniences: in-unit laundry, a dedicated parking space in a secure gated garage, a low monthlyHOA fee and an elevator in the building, and central air and heat. Step right outside your door to explore South Lake Avenue, local theaters, dining, and shops. It's the ultimate blend of character, privacy, flexibility, and effortless Pasadena living
For sale
Listed by: Meridian Capital Realty • Matthew Helganz • matt@helganzrealestate.com
$649,900
156 S Oak Knoll Ave APT 305, Pasadena, CA 91101
1beds
851sqft
Condominium
Built in 1988
-- sqft lot
$643,200 Zestimate®
$764/sqft
$350/mo HOA
What's special
- 29 days
- 545
- 52
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Matthew Helganz DRE #01435250 matt@helganzrealestate.com,
Meridian Capital Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-29261
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Loft, Primary Suite
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 851 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Underground
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: See Remarks
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.49 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers None
Details
- Parcel number: 5734025055
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Management, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $350 monthly
- HOA name: 156 South Oak Knoll Homeowners' Association
- HOA phone: 323-949-2159
Location
- Region: Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $764/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $644,045
- Date on market: 10/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
$643,200
$611,000 - $675,000
$2,790/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,900+9.2%$764/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-29261 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2021 | Sold | $595,000+8.2%$699/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2021 | Pending sale | $550,000$646/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #AR21113342 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2021 | Contingent | $550,000+17%$646/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #AR21113342 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2017 | Sold | $470,000+9.6%$552/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #AR17039386 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2017 | Pending sale | $429,000$504/sqft |
Source: Pasadena #AR17039386 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $429,000+38.4%$504/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #AR17039386 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2010 | Sold | $310,000-19.5%$364/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2005 | Sold | $385,000$452/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $644,045 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,464 +5.7% | $631,418 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,061 +0.9% | $619,038 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,001 +3.6% | $606,900 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,757 +19.9% | $595,000 +18.1% |
| 2021 | $5,635 +4.2% | $503,934 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,408 | $498,767 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,408 -2.5% | $488,988 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,546 | $479,400 +40.1% |
| 2017 | $5,546 +39.6% | $342,207 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,973 +2.2% | $335,498 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,888 +3.2% | $330,460 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,766 | $323,987 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $316,200 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $310,000 -10.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $348,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $348,000 -14.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $408,564 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $400,554 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $392,700 +38.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $283,672 +100.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $141,544 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $138,950 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $136,226 +29.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $105,200 |
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