638 N Mar Vista Avenue
Pasadena, CA, 91106 $ 2,589,000
Baths1.0 Sq 5,230 Monthly Estimate*
$ 16,152
Listed by RE/MAX CHAMPIONS
Studio for $2,589,000 with 1 full bath. This 5,230 square foot home was built in 1927 on a lot size of 0.379.
Charming 6-Unit Bungalow Investment – Prime Pasadena Location! Rare opportunity to own a 6-unit, single-story bungalow-style apartment property in the heart of Pasadena, just a block from the historic Bungalow Heaven district. Situated on a large ±16,466 SF R3 lot, this well-maintained asset includes five freestanding structures totaling ±5,230 SF of living space. Each of the six units is a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom (~870 SF) with excellent layouts and vintage charm. Features include: Freestanding design – no shared walls. Washer/dryer room next to kitchen (some with machines). Beautiful Original hardwood floors, crown molding, wall paneling. Updated bathrooms with tile floors and modern fixtures. Kitchens with tile floors, range, exhaust fan, and water line for fridge. Wall A/C units and ceiling fans to add comfort. One reserved garage parking space per unit with two garage structures and four carport spaces. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the property offers potential tax benefits. Key upgrades include copper plumbing, updated electrical, fresh exterior paint, and no soft-story retrofit required. Each unit is individually metered for gas and electricity. Four of the six tenants are long-term, stable residents, all on month-to-month leases, allowing rental upside under AB 1482 (max increase: 5% + CPI/year). Outstanding Location. Minutes from Old Town Pasadena, Lake Avenue, Pasadena City College, and Colorado Blvd. Walk to shops, cafes, museums, and entertainment. Strong local demographics with an average household income of $103,130 within 1 mile. Easy freeway access (210, 110, 134) enables quick commutes to Downtown LA, Glendale, and Burbank. Investor Peace of Mind – Attractive All-Cash Price. Offered at an attractive all-cash price for a quick, hassle-free sale—a rare opportunity where the seller’s loss is the buyer’s gain. This turnkey investment boasts stable cash flow, low maintenance, and future rent growth potential, providing investors with peace of mind and consistent income from day one.
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FeaturesGeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Central
Cooling Wall/Window Unit(s)
Zoning PSR3
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Pool Features None
Year Built 1927
Tenant Pays Electricity Gas Water
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Mixed Use
Gross Income 0
Community Features Sidewalks
County Los Angeles
Net Operating Income 0
Operating Expense 0
Insurance Expense 0
New Construction false
Property Type Residential Income
HOA false
Garage Y/N true
Special Listing Conditions Standard
Status Active
Directions orange Grove blvd
City Pasadena
Entry Location 1
Senior Community Y/N false
Number Of Units Total 6
MLS Area 699 - Not Defined
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 16511
Carport Spaces 4
Carport Y/N true
Listing Terms Cash
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Trash Expense 0
Additional Parcels Y/N false
Rent Control Y/N true
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Public Records
Tax Lot 16
Total Actual Rent 15452.6
Property Sub Type Additional Mixed Use
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InteriorInterior Amenities All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace Features None
Total Stories 1
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Laundry Features Laundry Room
Entry Level 1
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ExteriorLot Features Front Yard Greenbelt
Water Source Public
Total Parking 6
Lot Size Area 16511
Number of Buildings 5
Building Area Total 5230
Lot Size Acres 0.379
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Assessor
Number of Separate Water Meters 6
Number of Separate Gas Meters 6
Number of Separate Electric Meters 6
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 11/20/2025 | $2,589,000 | | Listed Price |