2195 Mendocino Lane
Altadena, CA 91001
Listing broker / agent: The Agency · Heather Sanderson · CRMLS
MLS # P1-29231 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 13:58 UTC
About this property
Welcome to mid-century's finest take on the classic California ranch! Set on more than half an acre along coveted Mendocino Lane in Altadena, this wonderfully unique property is all about sunshine, space, mountain views, and the easygoing lifestyle that makes this community so special.From the moment you arrive, the San Gabriel Mountains steal the show. The views are spectacular--and they seem to follow you throughout the home. Expansive windows and walls of glass bring the outdoors in, creating a seamless connection between the home, the lush grounds, and those unforgettable mountain vistas.Inside, beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the main residence, adding warmth and timeless mid-century character. The spacious living room features walls of glass overlooking the kidney-shaped pool and one of two fireplaces, creating a dramatic yet incredibly comfortable gathering space. A second fireplace warms the flexible space just off the living room, perfect for a cozy library, office, or simply curling up with a good book.The formal dining room opens toward the pool and flows into the refreshed kitchen, where a generous island makes entertaining a breeze. With three bedrooms and four bathrooms, the home offers plenty of room to live, gather, and relax. The primary suite includes a covered, screened patio.And then there are the grounds. Citrus trees are abundant throughout the property.Adding even more versatility is the two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage tucked toward the back of the property. Whether used for guests, extended family, a private office, studio, or creative retreat, having a permitted cottage on a lot of this size is a rare and incredibly valuable opportunity.With a detached two-car garage, carport, expansive grounds, beautiful original character, two fireplaces, a pool, an abundance of citrus, and some of the most beautiful mountain views around, this is more than a home--it's a little slice of California magic.
Property details
- MLS number
- P1-29231
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 5 Beds • 6 Baths
- Living area
- 3,806 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.541 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1950
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1950
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Roof
- Metal
- Living area source
- Measured
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 3
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Den, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, All Bedrooms Down, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
- Fireplace
- Den, Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, In Kitchen
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Carport spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Attached Carport, Controlled Entrance, Covered, Driveway, Garage, Private
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- Filtered, Heated, In Ground
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Lot size source
- Public Records
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- Mountains
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Curbs, Hiking, Mountainous, Sidewalks
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Webster Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 1.3 mi |
| Charles W. Eliot Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Altadena | 6–8 | 1.4 mi |
| Altadena Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Altadena | K–5 | 1.6 mi |
| Thurgood Marshall Secondary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 6–12 | 1.8 mi |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 1.8 mi |
| Pasadena High (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 9–12 | 2.0 mi |
| Norma Coombs Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | K–5 | 2.1 mi |
| Don Benito Fundamental (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | K–5 | 2.3 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,388,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,388,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 13:57 | $2,388,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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