Imagine pulling onto your quiet, tree-lined street in Pasadena’s highly coveted San Rafael Hills. A terraced rose garden, boxwood hedges and elegant front patio welcome you home to old-world European charm paired with modern luxury, where mountain views and greenery surround you with nature. The speakeasy-style double doors open to the main living space with vaulted open-beam ceilings, floor to ceiling glass windows, and a see-through fireplace connecting the living and dining rooms. French bleed wood floors, custom woodwork, wrought-iron fixtures, Newport Brass faucets, and dimmable recessed lighting bring together distinctive character and thoughtful design. Prep meals in your chef’s kitchen with $40k APPLIANCES - WOLF RANGE and WOLF MICROWAVE, pot filler, paneled LIEBHERR REFRIGERATOR, Shaws Original fireclay farmhouse sink, granite countertops, second island prep-sink and TWO MIELE DISHWASHERS, while a dedicated laundry room with a side-by-side LG washer/dryer keeps daily chores organized. The primary suite is framed by luscious greenery and features a custom walk-in closet and upgraded bathroom with dual quartz vanity and extra-large marble shower with built-in seat, niche and showerheads on both sides. Two additional bedrooms have custom closets and Roman shades framing gorgeous mountain views, one with a split Dutch door. The second full bath is ideal for family or guests with a soaking tub, travertine tile and sliding glass door. Unwind in the backyard under a wine-grape-covered pergola patio to the soothing sounds of nature leading to a gated upper patio complete with lemon tree, irrigated vegetable garden and mature privacy hedge. Kids and pets have room to play under the built-in antique street lamps which adds to the ambiance and showcases sunset and occasional fireworks. Modern upgrades include smart Skyport HVAC with air purifier, newer water heater, smart Hydrawise irrigation, San Marino security-connected dual-pane windows, Ring doorbell, and a 220V EV charger. The 2-car garage includes built-in Gladiator storage and cabinets. Walk to San Rafael Park and Little Flower Cafe, with Old Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, Brookside Golf Course, Arroyo Seco trails, Eagle Rock, and Highland Park all within 5–10 minutes. Convenient access to the 134, 210, and 110 freeways puts Downtown LA, Glendale, Burbank, and Studio City approximately 15–20 minutes away. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind home with distinctive charm and high-end modern upgrades!
French Provincial, Mediterranean, Mid-Century Modern, Spanish, Patio Home
Property Sub Type:
Single Family Residence
Property Attached:
No
Lot Area:
6,736 sq. ft.626 m2
Lot Details:
108' x 57'
Bedrooms:
3
(Main level: 0)
# Main Level Bathrooms:
1
# Main Level Bedrooms:
0
Full Bathrooms:
2
Half Bathrooms:
1
Bathrooms:
3.0
(Full:2, Half:1)
Year built:
1976
(Age: 50)
General Listing Location:
Pasadena, 647 - Pasadena (SW)
County Or Parish:
Los Angeles
Common Interest:
None
Association Fee:
$0
Land Lease:
No
Tax Lot:
45
Take San Rafael Exit 12 from CA-134, Right onto W Colorado Blvd, Left onto Melrose Ave, Continue onto N Avenue 64, Right onto Glenullen Dr, Right onto Malcolm Dr
City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic, Valley
Inclusions:
All appliances, mirrors, chandeliers, Ring doorbell, built-in storage in garage, chiminea, composter
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Accessibility Features:
Safe Emergency Egress from Home, Parking, Accessible Hallway(s)
Lease Considered:
No
Community Features:
Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Mountainous, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
Senior Community:
No
Interior Features:
Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Chair Rail, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
Exterior Features:
Lighting
Laundry Features:
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
6-10 Units/Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Trees, Yard
Fireplace Features:
Gas, Gas Starter, Great Room, Living Room, Multi-Sided, See Through
3 bed, 2.5 bath home with sweeping San Gabriel Mountain views on a quiet, tree-lined street
Terraced rose garden & boxwood hedges
Terraced rose garden, boxwood hedges and front patio
Front patio
Front patio
Front patio
Living area with vaulted open-beam ceilings and 7-foot glass windows
Speakeasy-style double door
Rustic speakeasy double entry door with clavos/ironwork
Living area
Living area with vaulted open-beam ceilings, 7-foot glass windows, and a see-through fireplace
See-through smooth plaster fireplace
Dining area with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling, dual-pane solid wood doors that frame the mountains
Dining space
Antique chandelier
Powder room with antique wrought iron pedestal sink hardware, toilet, and chandelier
Wrought iron pedestal sink hardware
Open concept kitchen area
Family room
Open concept family/kitchen area
Gourmet kitchen with Liebherr paneled refrigerator with wine fridge and new built-in Miele dishwashers, plus granite counters, pot filler and a Shaws Original farmhouse sink
Liebherr paneled refrigerator with wine fridge, granite counters, and built-in bread cabinet
Kitchen island with a second sink, second Miele dishwasher and wine storage
WOLF range with griddle, solid wood cabinetry panels, paneled hood, an antique pot filler, and a fully detailed backsplash
Antique-style pot filler
WOLF microwave, paneled trash receptacles, glass cabinetry, farmhouse fireclay sink, and brass antique hardware
Shaws Original farmhouse fireclay sink with backyard view
Newport brass antique hardware
Gourmet kitchen with Wolf microwave, two built-in Miele dishwashers, wine storage, granite counters, farmhouse sink, and views of the back patio
Chef's kitchen
Antique chandelier
Pantry/Laundry room with side-by-side LG washer/dryer
Full bath with soaking tub, pedestal sink, antique hardware, tub, travertine tile and sliding glass door
Second full bathroom
Third bedroom with a hand-painted mountain mural
Third bedroom with custom closet, custom Roman shades and dimmable recessed lighting
Third bedroom with custom closet, custom Roman shades and mountain views
Solid wood door with antique hardware
Second bedroom with chair rail all the way
Second bedroom with mountain views
Second bedroom with custom closet, custom Roman shades and dimmable recessed lighting
Split Dutch door
Primary suite with king sized bed, two full-size nightstands, and recessed lights
Primary bedroom with private view of the backyard, a custom walk-in closet and a recently renovated bathroom
Primary Suite View from your bed of the back patio
Primary suite
Dual quartz vanity
Upgraded bathroom with dual quartz vanity and an extra-large marble shower with built-in seat, niche, and showerheads on both sides
Marble shower with built-in seat, niche, and showerheads on both sides
Primary bathroom
Primary suite with a custom walk-in closet
Custom walk-in closet
Wine-grape-covered pergola patio
Outdoor brick patio
Outdoor brick patio
River rock waterfall
Gated turf upper patio
AI-generated seating area in the upper brick patio
Gated turf upper patio with antique lampposts, mature green trees, and low maintenance green hedge
Privacy hedge
Clay Firepit
Low maintenance turf with tall hedges
Fully irrigated vegetable garden
Upper garden with views of the San Gabriel Mountains
Upper patio with views overlooking the San Rafael Hills
Lemon tree and 2nd gate to side yard
2 car garage with built-in Gladiator storage and additional cabinets
Aerial view of San Rafael Hills
Walking distance to San Rafael Park, Little Flower Cafe, South Arroyo, Lower Arroyo Park and Arroyo Secco trails, Annandale Golf Club
Near Rose Bowl Stadium
Minutes from Old Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, Brookside Golf Course, Arroyo Seco trails, Eagle Rock and Highland Park
Near Old Town Pasadena
Quick access to the 134, 210 and 110 freeways, Downtown LA, Glendale, Burbank and Studio City