For sale · Active

288 Palmetto Drive

Pasadena, CA 91105

$1,125,000
Bedrooms & bathrooms2 Beds • 2 Baths
Living area1,410 Sq Ft
Property typeCondominium
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Listing broker / agent: Engel & Voelkers Pasadena · Jennifer Hemming · CRMLS

MLS # P1-29280 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 12:23 UTC

About this property

Beautifully Renovated Garden Condominium Ideally situated just off Pasadena's iconic Orange Grove Boulevard, this beautifully renovated, single-level condominium offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an inviting blend of comfort, style, and tranquility. Set within a beautifully maintained community surrounded by expansive lawns, mature shade trees, and lush plantings, the residence enjoys a peaceful, park-like setting.The welcoming first-floor residence features a spacious, light-filled living room anchored by a striking white brick fireplace, complemented by plantation shutters, crown molding, recessed lighting, and new flooring. The updated kitchen features white cabinetry, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient laundry area. Sliding glass doors open to a charming brick patio framed by greenery, creating a lovely connection between indoor and outdoor living.Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with updated vanities, countertops, fixtures, and glass-enclosed showers. The two bedrooms offer comfortable proportions, while generous closet space, fresh interior paint, and thoughtfully selected finishes enhance the home's move-in-ready appeal. Two patios provide inviting spaces for morning coffee, quiet relaxation, or entertaining.Beyond the residence, a community pool and spa offer a serene retreat. With its desirable location just off Orange Grove Boulevard, convenient to Old Pasadena, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions, 288 Palmetto Drive offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy beautifully updated, single-level living in one of Pasadena's most established residential settings.

Property details

MLS number
P1-29280
Status
Active
Type
Residential
Subtype
Condominium
Beds / baths
2 Beds • 2 Baths
Living area
1,410 Sq Ft
County
Los Angeles
Year built
1975
Stories
1
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Listing

Days on market
1

Building

Year built
1975
Year built source
Assessor
Stories
1
Levels
One
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Living area source
Assessor

Bathrooms

Full bathrooms
0
Half bathrooms
0
Three-quarter bathrooms
2
Quarter bathrooms
0

Rooms & interior

Rooms
Entry Foyer, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior features
Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Unfurnished, Primary Suite
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
See Remarks
Laundry
Laundry Closet

Exterior & parking

Total parking spaces
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking
Underground, Gated
Attached garage
Yes
Pool
Association
Spa
Association
Patio / porch
Brick, Concrete, Balcony
Exterior features
Balcony
Fencing
Brick, Wood
Property outlook
None

Utilities & community

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Community features
Suburban, Gated
Association amenities
Pool, Spa Hot Tub

Fees & lease terms

Association
Yes
Association fee
$982.00
Association fee frequency
Monthly
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Nearby public schools

Within 5 miles

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.

Nearby California public school locations, sorted by distance
School / districtGradesDistance
Blair High (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena 6–12 0.9 mi
San Rafael Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena Not reported 1.0 mi
McKinley (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena K–8 1.2 mi
San Pascual Elementary Science Technology Engineering Arts And Mathematics (STEAM) Magnet (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles K–5 1.5 mi
Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena K–5 1.7 mi
PUC CALS Middle School and Early College High (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles 6–12 1.8 mi
Madison Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena Not reported 1.8 mi
Annandale Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles K–5 1.8 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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Price and tax history

Asking price

Current asking price
$1,125,000
MLS-reported original asking price
$1,125,000
Asking prices observed by this listing service
Observed (UTC)Asking price
Oct 17, 2026 05:42$1,125,000

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Property taxes

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Local inventory snapshot

Market trends in Pasadena

Active residential homes for sale in Pasadena, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.

Available listings315Current authorized inventory
Median asking price$1,150,000315 listings with a valid price
Median asking price / sq ft$753.06285 listings with confirmed sq ft
Median days on market30315 listings with MLS-reported days

Observed price activity · past 30 days

Listings with a reduction43
Listings with an increase1

44 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.

Calculated 2026-10-19 13:46 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.

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