981 Glen Oaks Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91105
Listing broker / agent: Re/Max Premier Properties · Lei Shen · 626-328-9331 · CRMLS
MLS # AR26207861 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 15:50 UTC
About this property
Discover a beautifully transformed hillside retreat combining sophisticated design, peaceful seclusion, and spectacular panoramic scenery. The property has undergone an extensive renovation, featuring a fully permitted addition, a spacious outdoor deck, and an elevated balcony with exterior stair access. Positioned within Pasadena’s historic San Rafael neighborhood, just above the world-famous Rose Bowl, the home enjoys exceptional privacy and captivating views of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena skyline, and glittering city lights. These inspiring vistas can be enjoyed from nearly every room. In the living room, soaring vaulted ceilings create a dramatic sense of space and showcase the surrounding scenery. The renovation includes permitted upgrades to the home’s major systems, including the electrical panel and city service line, HVAC, plumbing, tankless water heater, insulation, stucco, garage door, and dual-pane tempered windows and doors. A completely redesigned kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms feature high-quality materials and refined modern finishes. Completing this exceptional property is an attached two-car garage, along with extensive on-site parking that can accommodate up to 10 vehicles. Thoughtfully renewed from top to bottom, this unique residence offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, views, and an outstanding Pasadena location.
Property details
- MLS number
- AR26207861
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,187 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.5336 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1981
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 12
Building
- Year built
- 1981
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 2
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Owner
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 3
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Den, Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Balcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Decorative, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Private, Side By Side
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Covered, Open, Patio
- Exterior features
- Lighting
- Lot features
- Sloped Up
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- City Lights, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Biking, Foothills, Hiking
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Pasadena Unified
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Nearby public schools
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,288,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,288,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2026 19:22 | $2,288,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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