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$1,800,000
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1944 Montecito Drive

Glendale, CA 91208
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
3,849 Ft²
$2,720,199
RealtyHop Estimate
49.05%
Since Jun 1, 2018
CA-Los Angeles
Primary Model

About This Property

Graced by time, Elegant 1924 Tudor Style Estate in the highly sought after Montecito Park neighborhood of Glendale with award winning La Crescenta Schools. Authentic two-story character estate features a 3,849 square foot floor plan with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The interior has been updated with modern appointments in a manner that does not disrupt the old-world charm of this prominent home. The remodeled kitchen opens to a breakfast room which flooded with natural sunlight and den that share a restored Batchelder fireplace and view over the rear grounds, functional blend of updated modern with the historical elegance. The Grand living room features rich hardwood floors, wood detailing and Leaded Diamond Paned Windows. The main level of the house offers guest quarters with its own bath & ground level entrance. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, two updated baths, a terrace, and a grand family room with another fireplace. The master bedroom with two walk-in closets, updated master bath. The Estate offers a peaceful sanctuary where home owners enjoy 11,268 sf of lush grounds complete with three waterfall & lagoon style pool & spa.Extraordinary quality & consistent attention to maintenance give this home the ingredients to become your forever home.
Unit Size
3,849 Ft²
Days on Market
61 days
Land Size
0.26 acres
Price per sqft
$474
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1924

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Last updated: 2 years ago (CRMLS #318001068)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Aug 28, 2025 Listed by Equity Union $1,950,000
Listed by Equity Union
Sold before processing
Jun 10, 2025 Listed $2,650,000
Listed
Priced Significantly below Zestimate! Set behind a classic brick path in the highly coveted Montecito Park neighborhood of Glendale, 1944 Montecito Drive is a stunning 1924 Tudor-style estate that blends timeless architectural elegance with refined modern updates. Spanning approximately 3,849 square feet, this four-bedroom, four-bath residence offers a rare combination of historic charm and contemporary comfort. Original details, such as steep-pitched rooflines, diamond-pane leaded glass windows, hardwood floors, rich wood paneling, and a restored Batchelder fireplace have been thoughtfully preserved, giving the home a storybook quality that feels both sophisticated and inviting. The spacious formal living and dining rooms are perfect for entertaining, while the chef's kitchen features Carrera marble countertops, top-tier appliances, and a cozy breakfast nook that opens into a den with its own fireplace. Upstairs, the bedrooms are generously sized, with luxurious ensuite baths, marble finishes, and dual walk-in closets offering modern convenience in a vintage setting. A private guest suite with a separate entrance provides flexibility for extended family, guests, or creative workspace needs. Outdoors, the property is equally captivating. Multiple patios, a sparkling pool and spa, and manicured gardens create a private oasis ideal for relaxation or alfresco entertaining. Located within the award-winning La Crescenta school district and moments from the charm of Montrose, 1944 Montecito Drive is a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural heritage in one of Glendale's most desirable enclaves. Note - Home is not currently staged and photos are from a previous listing.
May 22, 2018 Sold
Sold
Mar 22, 2018 Listed by Keller Williams R. E. Services $1,825,000
Listed by Keller Williams R. E. Services

Property Highlights

Parking Available
Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1924
  • Effective Year Built: 1949
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 13
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 21
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 18
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11,268
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 2,000
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 580
  • Total Building Area: 3,849
  • Building Area: 3,849
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,849
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SPARR HEIGHTS
  • Land Acres: 0000000259
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0101
  • Legal Description 1: SPARR HEIGHTS LOT/SEC 26 BLK/DIV/TWN 58

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Glendale Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 300800

Zoning

  • Zoning: GLR1R*

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 18-F4
  • Parcel: 5613-023-020
  • Block: 58
  • Lot: 26
  • Municipality: NORTH /GLEN VERDUG HLS
  • Latitude: 34.1934
  • Longitude: -118.225

    Address

  • Full Address: 1944 Montecito Dr
  • Address - House Number: 1944
  • Address - Street Name: Montecito
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Glendale
  • Carrier Code: C011
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1822
  • Zip Code: 91208

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $2,134,181
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2021
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 04-045

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2231
  • Valuation Date: Oct 25, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 69
  • Final Value: 2,603,425
  • High Value: 3,184,471
  • Low Value: 2,022,379

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,968,559
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,181,136
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $787,423

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Apr 12, 2018
  • Current Sale Recording Date: May 22, 2018
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 18-0503631
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 02, 2015
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 18, 2015
  • Previous Sale Amount: $1,725,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 36
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