225 Grand Avenue South Pasadena, CA 91030
6 Beds
6 Baths
7,360 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,360 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,698
MLS Listing ID P1-23113
Style Mediterranean,See Remarks
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1917
Lot Size 1.000 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
flat one acre parcel in the coveted South Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena and South
Pasadena. Designed by noted architect Reginald Johnson - featuring the principal
residence, sequestered guest house, verdant grounds, grand pool and captivating
gardens. A mix of the structured and elegant Italian Renaissance Revival, with a more
approachable, relaxed living environment that embraces the necessities and desires of
today. Owned by Pasadena luminaries for nearly a century, and now the home of an
acclaimed fashion designer and his wife since 1998 - the 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom
primary residence features voluminous space and height throughout with equally scaled
original Palladian doors and windows which provide an abundance of light and air.
Honed marble, rich plaster, period woods and premium paint finishes provide the
material palette. The entry gallery with classical columns acts as an initial gathering
space for the grand public viewing and entertaining areas: formal living room and
adjoining library - both with fireplaces, powder room, and a formal dining room. All have
direct access to outdoor patios, gardens and the expansive lawn beyond. Chef's kitchen
and great room with casual seating and an adjacent butler's pantry. Catering prep,
separate laundry room, two bedrooms and bathroom complete the lower level.
The second level is divided into two distinct zones accessed from the central landing.
Luxurious primary suite - with separate bedroom, dressing and sun rooms and
walk-through closet and bath. Opposite is an additional bedroom suite with bath ensuite
and adjoining sitting room, as well as an executive bedroom with bathroom and closet
ensuite. Private one bedroom guest house with living room anchored by a fireplace, kitchen,
bedroom and bath - all surrounded by its own hedged gardens. Swimmers pool, spacious pavilion, spa retreat, hidden rose garden and dining area with fireplace and grill. Lushly landscaped with sweeping lawns, mature specimen trees,secluded refuges and abundant water features. Motor court and carport for multiple vehicles. Viewing garden. An extremely private and exclusive offering.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area 658 - South Pasadena
Interior
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type See Remarks, Decorative, Gas Starter, Guest House, Library, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Laundry Individual Room, Inside
Exterior
Parking Features Carport, Driveway
Pool Heated, In Ground
Community Features Street Lights
View Y/N Yes
View See Remarks
Building
Lot Description Sprinklers, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side
Sewer Sewer Paid