For sale · Active Under Contract (Backup)

1520 Spruce Street 11

South Pasadena, CA 91030

$888,000
Bedrooms & bathrooms2 Beds • 2 Baths
Living area1,436 Sq Ft
Lot size0.4593 acres
Property typeCondominium
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Listing broker / agent: COMPASS · Michele Downing · (626) 523-6939 · CRMLS

MLS # P1-28799 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 12:05 UTC

About this property

Tastefully updated mid-century condominium in the heart of South Pasadena, offering a bright, open floor plan designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. This desirable first-floor corner unit welcomes you through a double-door formal entry into an updated kitchen that flows seamlessly into the dining area, complete with custom built-in bench seating and views of the sparkling pool. The spacious living room and adjacent office/den feature sliding glass doors that open to an expansive private patio, creating an inviting indoor-outdoor connection ideal for morning coffee, al fresco dining, or entertaining. A central hallway leads to a convenient laundry closet and two generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with en-suite bath. Both bedrooms offer ample closet space, complemented by updated bathrooms. The well-maintained community features a picturesque courtyard, inviting patio areas, and a playful pool with BBQ area--perfect for relaxing or gathering with friends and neighbors. Additional highlights include two parking spaces in a gated garage. Ideally located near South Pasadena's award-winning Blue Ribbon schools, Gold Line station, local shops, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, this home offers a wonderful blend of mid-century character, modern updates, comfort, and community.

Property details

MLS number
P1-28799
Status
Active Under Contract (Backup)
Type
Residential
Subtype
Condominium
Beds / baths
2 Beds • 2 Baths
Living area
1,436 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.4593 acres
County
Los Angeles
Year built
1962
Stories
1
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Listing

Days on market
26

Building

Year built
1962
Year built source
Public Records
Architectural style
Mid Century Modern, Patio Home
Stories
1
Building stories
1
Levels
One
Construction
Stucco
Roof
Flat
Foundation
Slab
Condition
Updated Remodeled
Living area source
Measured

Bathrooms

Full bathrooms
1
Half bathrooms
0
Three-quarter bathrooms
1
Quarter bathrooms
0

Rooms & interior

Rooms
Center Hall, Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other
Appliances
Built In Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Interior features
Built In Features, Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Dressing Area, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
None
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
Accessibility features
Accessible Approach With Ramp

Exterior & parking

Total parking spaces
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking
Assigned, Controlled Entrance, Driveway, Underground, Electric Gate, Gated, Community Structure, Shared Driveway
Attached garage
Yes
Pool
Community, In Ground, Association
Spa
None
Patio / porch
Concrete, Open, Patio
Lot features
Corner Lot, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Walkstreet
Lot size source
Public Records
Fencing
Wood, Wrought Iron
Property outlook
None

Utilities & community

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Overhead Utilities
Community features
Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Horse Trails, Stables, Park, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
Association amenities
Call For Rules, Controlled Access, Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Management, Barbecue, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Pets Allowed, Storage, Trash, Water

Fees & lease terms

Association
Yes
Association fee
$502.00
Association fee frequency
Monthly

Schools reported in the listing

Elementary school
Arroyo Vista
Middle / junior school
South Pasadena
High school
South Pasadena

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Nearby public schools

Within 5 miles

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Nearby California public school locations, sorted by distance
School / districtGradesDistance
South Pasadena Middle South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena 6–8 0.2 mi
South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena 9–12 0.3 mi
Marengo Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena K–5 0.4 mi
Monterey Hills Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena K–5 0.8 mi
Sierra Vista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles K–6 0.8 mi
Park Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Alhambra Unified · Alhambra K–8 0.9 mi
Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena K–5 1.1 mi
Garfield Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Alhambra Unified · Alhambra K–8 1.1 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
$888,000
MLS-reported original asking price
$888,000
Asking prices observed by this listing service
Observed (UTC)Asking price
Oct 10, 2026 19:18$888,000

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Property taxes

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Market trends in South Pasadena

Active residential homes for sale in South 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 listings21Current authorized inventory
Median asking price$2,095,00021 listings with a valid price
Median asking price / sq ft$950.3217 listings with confirmed sq ft
Median days on market3021 listings with MLS-reported days

Observed price activity · past 30 days

Listings with a reduction5
Listings with an increase0

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

Calculated 2026-10-19 13:05 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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