MLS# SR26052862 – 981 Glen Oaks, Pasadena, CA 91105

Price: $2,550,000
Beds: 3
Baths: 3
Living Area SqFt: 2,075
Status: Active
Property Type: Detached
Lot Size Acres: 0.53
Lot Size SqFt: 23,244
Year Built: 1981
Days on Website: 6

Courtesy of RLG State Realty, Talin Torossian 818-429-4899

Property Description

Welcome to a breathtakingly re-imagined hillside residence where modern luxury, privacy, and panoramic views come together seamlessly. Over $1,000,000 has been invested in a complete renovation, including a fully permitted addition, expansive view deck, private balcony with exterior staircase, and a newly paved driveway. Perched in a private hillside setting, the home captures stunning unobstructed views of the mountains, Pasadena skyline, and sparkling city lights from nearly every room. The living room features dramatic A-frame vaulted ceilings, creating an open and airy space that perfectly frames the views. Major upgrades include a new electrical panel and service line, HVAC, plumbing, tankless water heater, dual-pane windows and doors, new stucco, insulation, garage door, and beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms with premium finishes. Located in the highly desirable historic San Rafael neighborhood above the iconic Rose Bowl, the property also offers an attached two-car garage and parking for up to 10 vehiclesa rare hillside convenience. An additional attached lot is included with the property, offering potential for an ADU or future development opportunities.

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Property Details and Features

  • Appliances & Equipment
  • “Dishwasher”
  • “Microwave”
  • “Refrigerator”
  • “Gas Range”
  • Bathrooms
  • 3 total bathrooms
  • 3 full bathrooms
  • Bedrooms
  • 3 total bedrooms
  • 3 possible bedrooms
  • Building
  • Built in 1981
  • Building area total: 2075
  • 2 stories
  • 2 stories total
  • Living area: 2075
  • Living area units: Sqft
  • Building area units: Sqft
  • Entry level: 2
  • “Contemporary”
  • “Modern”
  • “No Common Walls”
  • “Stucco”
  • “2 Story”
  • Cooling
  • “Central Forced Air”
  • Accessibility Features
  • “2+ Access Exits”
  • Exterior Features
  • Patio and porch features: “Deck”
  • Fireplaces
  • “FP in Living Room”
  • Floors
  • “Linoleum/Vinyl”
  • Garage
  • 2 spaces
  • Water Features
  • Irrigation source: “Sprinklers”
  • Water source: “Public”
  • Heating
  • “Forced Air Unit”
  • Interior Features
  • “2 Staircases”
  • “Living Room Deck Attached”
  • “Recessed Lighting”
  • Laundry
  • “Gas & Electric Dryer HU”
  • Listing
  • Listing ID: SR26052862
  • List price: $2,550,000
  • 6 days on market
  • Listing contract date: 2026-03-11
  • Special listing conditions: “Standard”
  • “Cash”
  • “Conventional”
  • Lot
  • 23,244 size sqft
  • Size area: 0.5336
  • Size units: Acres
  • Parking
  • Total: 2
  • “Garage – Single Door”
  • Pool
  • “N/K”
  • Property
  • Property subtype: Detached
  • Property type: Residential
  • Zoning: PSR4
  • “Updated/Remodeled”
  • “Golf Course”
  • “Mountains/Hills”
  • “Panoramic”
  • “Valley/Canyon”
  • “Neighborhood”
  • Roof
  • “Shingle”
  • Sewer
  • “Public Sewer”
  • Spa
  • “N/K”

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MLS# SR26052862 – 981 Glen Oaks, Pasadena, CA 91105