About this home

Rare opportunity to own your dream home in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, located in the historic Friend Paper Company building. This stunning contemporary residence combines sophisticated design, abundant natural light, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living. The spacious living and dining areas feature soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a custom stainless-steel tile facade fireplace complemented by elegant seagrass limestone flooring. Natural light fills the home, creating a bright, warm, and inviting atmosphere. A private balcony off the living area provides the perfect setting for afternoon tea, entertaining, or relaxing while enjoying beautiful sunset views.The gourmet kitchen is a true chef's delight, featuring top-of-the-line appliances, a generous center island, and exceptional attention to detail throughout. Near the entrance, a staircase leads to an open loft area that is ideal for a home office, creative space, or additional lounge area. The luxurious primary suite offers direct access to its own private balcony with open views. The spa-like primary bathroom features dual-sink vanities with abundant storage, a separate soaking tub and shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. The generously sized second bedroom also features its own private bathroom.Additional conveniences include a separate laundry room, hallway storage, a walk-in closet, and ample additional storage. The property also includes four assigned side-by-side underground parking spaces and a dedicated storage space at the garage level--an exceptional and rare amenity in Old Town Pasadena.Enjoy the best of Pasadena right outside your door, with an outstanding location just moments from renowned restaurants, charming coffee shops, theaters, boutique shopping, parks, museums, the Rose Bowl, Metro lines, and the iconic Rose Parade route.Experience the perfect blend of historic character, contemporary luxury, and an unbeatable Old Town Pasadena lifestyle.

Facts and features

Schools

• McKinley School

  elementary · K-8 · 1.0 mi

  2

• Blair High School

  middle · 6-12 · 1.3 mi

  4

• Maranatha High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.3 mi

• Waverly School, The

  elementary · K-12 · 0.4 mi

• Yattiyr ISEE Christian School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.4 mi

• Eliot Arts Magnet

  middle · 6-8 · 1.0 mi

  2

Price history

• Oct 7, 2026 · Listed$1,580,000
• Feb 26, 2018 · Sold$1,250,000
• Jan 10, 2018 · Listed$1,298,000
• Oct 19, 2017 · Listing Removed$1,388,000
• Apr 13, 2017 · Listed$1,388,000
• Oct 13, 2014 · Listing Removed$5,000
• Sep 11, 2014 · Listing Removed$5,750
• Sep 11, 2014 · Listed For Rent$5,000

Tax history

• 2025$17,130 tax · $1,450,727 assessed
• 2024$16,224 tax · $1,422,283 assessed
• 2023$16,059 tax · $1,367,056 assessed
• 2022$15,485 tax · $1,340,252 assessed
• 2021$14,852 tax · $1,313,973 assessed
• 2020$14,229 tax · $1,300,500 assessed
• 2019$14,271 tax · $1,275,000 assessed
• 2018$16,754 tax · $1,446,132 assessed

Home value

$1,562,882

• Quantarium$1,562,882
• Cotality$1,534,900
• Collateral Analytics$1,568,000

Where it is