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$3,880,000
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900 Gainsborough Drive

Pasadena, CA 91107
bedrooms
6 Beds
bathrooms
5 Baths
square feet
5,900 Ft²
$19,052
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Turnkey luxury, exceptional space, and premier location converge in this stunning Ranch Colonial Revival traditional home located in one of Pasadena's most desirable, highly sought-after neighborhoods. Assigned to prestigious San Marino schools, this rare finding sits on a massive approximately 20,000 sq.ft. park-like lot offering space, privacy, and endless potential. Spanning approximately 5,907 sq. ft., this light-filled, 6-bedroom estate opens with a grand two-story entry leading to formal living and dining rooms designed for seamless entertaining. The spacious primary suite serves as a true private retreat, featuring generous proportions and modern comfort. A rare opportunity for buyers, investors, or contractors, this incredible home is ready for your personal touch or complete custom vision. The resort-style private backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a pool, built-in fire pit, expansive lush lawn, and dedicated parking for an RV, along with ample room for a future ADU or guest house. Additional highlights include solar panels for optimal energy efficiency, a spacious 3-car garage, and an unbeatable location just minutes from top-rated schools, boutique shopping, dining, the public library, and scenic parks. Recent Renovations and Improvements 1.) Roof and solar panels: 2019. 2.) Updated 3 new bathrooms: 2019. 3.) Kitchen countertops and fireplace renovated: 2024. 4.) Front gate, walls, steps, and driveway improved: 2024. 5.) Central air conditioning, water heater, and pool equipment replaced: 2024. 6.) Added 4 mini-split air conditioning units: 2024. 7.) New front-yard hedges and fencing: 2024. 8.) Exterior of the home painted: 2026. 9.) Second-floor flooring replaced: 2024. With exceptional grounds, generous space, and endless potential, this property must be seen in person to truly appreciate all it has to offer. Schedule a private showing today.
Unit Size
5,900 Ft²
Days on Market
14 days
Land Size
0.46 acres
Price per sqft
$658
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1968

Listed By

Hosh Maha
Christie's International Real Estate SoCal

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Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 5, 2026 Listed by EstateX inc. $3,880,000
Listed by EstateX inc.
Apr 18, 2017 Sold
Sold
Jan 31, 2017 Listed by Dilbeck Real Estate $3,000,000
Listed by Dilbeck Real Estate
Discover this 6 bedroom French Provincial estate perched above Gainsborough in the sought after area that offers San Marino schools. The gracious 2-story entry offers an exquisite classic stairwell that beckons you into this beautiful home. The home has a center hall with rooms along either side. Downstairs there is a guest room, laundry room, formal enclosed dining room, family room, living room, breakfast room with built in table and chairs, a solarium and stairwell down to the finished basement/game room with a pool table. This estate features 2 staircases, a front and back staircase to the 5 bedrooms upstairs. There are several fireplaces and lovely vistas out of the windows and on the upstairs front balcony with Louisiana style railings. The outside features storage rooms, a 3 car garage, a pool and terrace, fruit trees, game yard and lovely green grass area. The fenced pool has a diving board and a slide!

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Covered, Driveway, RV Access/Parking
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 5
Door Features: DoubleDoorEntry
Laundry Features: Inside
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 5900
Property Condition: Fixer, AdditionsAlterations, RepairsCosmetic
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1968
Building Area Total: 5900
Levels: Multi/Split
Pool Features: In Ground
Pool is Private
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Yard
Lot Size Area: 20119
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.4619
Lot Size Square Feet: 20119
Lot Size Dimensions: 100x200
Utilities Details
Heating Type: Central

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1968
  • Effective Year Built: 1968
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 17
  • Bedroom Count: 6
  • Bathroom Count: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Partial Bathrooms: 5
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 12
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 8
  • Roof Cover Type: 13
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20,113
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 2,000
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 1,000
  • Total Building Area: 5,139
  • Building Area: 5,139
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 5,139
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: 25095
  • Land Acres: 0000000462
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0101
  • Legal Description 1: TRACT NO 25095 LOT/SEC 6

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: San Marino Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 463103

Zoning

  • Zoning: LCR120

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 27-F5
  • Subdivision Tract Number: 25095
  • Parcel: 5377-029-007
  • Lot: 6
  • Municipality: EAST /SN MRNO S HUNTG
  • Latitude: 34.132
  • Longitude: -118.088

    Address

  • Full Address: 900 Gainsborough Dr
  • Address - House Number: 900
  • Address - Street Name: Gainsborough
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Pasadena
  • Carrier Code: C080
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 5512
  • Zip Code: 91107

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $3,427,410
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 08-574

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1882
  • Valuation Date: Feb 21, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 75
  • Final Value: 3,911,815
  • High Value: 4,648,117
  • Low Value: 3,175,513

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $3,011,624
  • Assessed Land Value: $2,102,356
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $909,268

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 01, 2017
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Apr 18, 2017
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 17-0427453
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 900 Gainsborough Drive built and last sold?
The property at 900 Gainsborough Drive was built in 1968 and last sold on Mar 1, 2017 for $3,350,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 900 Gainsborough Drive is $3,918,800.
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