Altadena Homes under $1.25 million

Welcome to Altadena, California—a hidden gem nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, just a stone's throw from the bustling city of Pasadena. This charming community, part of Los Angeles County, is renowned for its lush landscapes, rich history, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes it an ideal place to call home. With a delightful blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility, Altadena offers residents a unique lifestyle that is hard to resist.

One of the standout features of Altadena is its diverse array of homes, many of which are available for under $1.25 million. From quaint bungalows to spacious mid-century modern homes, the real estate market here caters to a variety of tastes and budgets. Buyers can explore properties with stunning mountain views, expansive yards, and charming architectural details that reflect the area's rich heritage. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, Altadena's real estate options provide an excellent opportunity to invest in a vibrant community.

Beyond the homes, Altadena boasts an array of parks, hiking trails, and community events that foster a strong sense of belonging. The local farmers' market, art galleries, and cozy cafes add to the area's appeal, creating a lively atmosphere for residents to enjoy. With its close-knit community feel and proximity to the cultural offerings of Los Angeles, Altadena truly stands out as a wonderful place to live. Discover your dream home in this enchanting enclave today!

Newest Altadena Homes under $1.25 million

$1,099,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ BB26223234 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Distinctive architecture and generous gardens set 93 Reever Way apart. This 1,810-square-foot Altadena home offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a bonus studio on a 9,354-square-foot lot framed by substantial block walls—a setting with room to entertain, create, and unwind. Vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, graceful archways, and an arched window give the interiors a strong architectural identity. A fireplace and recessed display shelves bring warmth to the living room, while the adjoining dining room’s French doors open to a covered veranda, extending the gathering spaces outdoors. The remodeled kitchen balances the home’s character with white cabinetry, a patterned backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and generous counter space. A single kitchen door provides access to the backyard, where a mature avocado tree shades a circular paved terrace. Fountains, winding stone paths, and established landscaping complement the setting, with seating areas that invite both conversation and quiet afternoons. Built-in bookshelves and an integrated workspace add versatility to one bedroom, while the bonus studio provides a separate space for focused work or creative pursuits. Paid-off solar with battery backup, updated electrical and plumbing, and a tankless water heater round out the practical improvements. From its expressive ceilings to its shaded gardens, 93 Reever Way offers a thoughtful balance of architectural charm, everyday function, and outdoor space.

93 Reever Way, Altadena

$1,025,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ P1-29131 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

This classic 1947 Traditional is set on a quiet residential street near the foothills. Warm and inviting, it offers three bedrooms and two baths, light-filled interiors, spacious public rooms and an easy, comfortable floor plan. The tastefully updated kitchen adjoins the family and dining areas, with a separate laundry room conveniently located nearby. French doors from both the family room and primary suite open to the rear deck and expansive backyard, creating a seamless flow between indoors and out. The primary suite is a standout, featuring an exceptionally large bedroom, built-in desk and ample closet space. In the rear, a private garden area with planting beds and storage shed provides an ideal space for outdoor projects and quiet enjoyment. A charming studio behind the detached two-car garage offers flexibility as an office, guest room or gym. Additional features include hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, central heat & air and 200-amp electrical panel. With inviting indoor-outdoor living, beautiful grounds and peaceful surroundings, 3033 Glen Avenue presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the distinctive character and sense of community that make Altadena so special.

3033 Glen Avenue, Altadena

$1,089,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26996807 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to this 1925 storybook Tudor in the heart of Altadena's historic Janes Village. Designed by E.P. Janes, this rare architectural home perfectly blends historic pedigree with classic character. The curb appeal is immediate, defined by a distinct storybook silhouette, a meandering walkway guides you through a vibrant, low-water front garden to a covered front porch entry. Inside, the home is warm and inviting, anchored by newly refinished hardwood floors and classic wood casement windows. The character-rich living room welcomes you with dramatic barrel ceilings, period wall sconces, and artisan-flattened plaster walls surrounding a stylish decorative fireplace. Just off the living room, French doors open to a bright front bedroom, perfect for a guest room or home office to take in the Mountain View's. The thoughtful floor plan provides excellent flow and separation of space. A hallway off the formal dining room leads to the private quarters, featuring two additional light-filled bedrooms with picture rail moulding, coved ceilings and generous closet space. They share a charming full bathroom beautifully appointed with classic white hexagon tile flooring, elegant wainscoting, and a ceramic subway tiled shower/tub. Seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living, the sun-drenched dining room features French doors that open to an intimate back porch. Just off the dining area is the bright and airy kitchen, with a convenient pantry and mudroom off the back and it's own side entry. The backyard provides a private, expansive space shaded by a majestic Aleppo pine, featuring a covered patio perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Offering excellent added value, the detached two-car garage offers great potential for an ADU conversion, home office, gym, or creative workspace. A flat pad off the back of the garage is ready for a sports court, raised garden beds, or a secondary storage area. Delivering a sense of history and soul that modern construction cannot replicate, 200 Terrace is your chance to claim a timeless Altadena Storybook treasure.

200 W Terrace Street, Altadena

$929,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CV26207050 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked away in the scenic foothills of Altadena, this charming Spanish-style home offers character, privacy, and plenty of space to make your own. Set behind a gated entry, the property welcomes you with distinctive architectural details, stone accents, low-maintenance front landscaping, and a long private driveway. One of the property’s standout features is the generous lot, offering an expansive backyard surrounded by mature trees and plenty of space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreation, or creating your own private retreat. A spacious concrete patio provides the perfect setting for gatherings, dining outdoors, or simply enjoying the Southern California weather. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Altadena foothills, the home enjoys beautiful mountain surroundings with nearby hiking and biking trails for those who love the outdoors. Conveniently located near NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the property combines a peaceful, tucked-away setting with access to one of the area’s most notable landmarks. With its gated grounds, spacious lot, mature trees, outdoor living potential, and desirable foothill location, this property presents a unique opportunity to bring your own vision and make this Altadena home your own.

868 W Calaveras, Altadena

$995,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-28897 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This 1939 Traditional home offers clean, modern finishes throughout, with a handsome stucco exterior, scalloped eaves, covered porch, and an expansive, private backyard. A gated front yard and driveway give way to the fire-hardened landscaped front patio, where a water feature and Queensland umbrella tree greet guests before a covered porch entry. Inside, find an expansive modern living and dining space. Centered around a stone fireplace, the living room features a charming bay window alcove and ample space for daily living and entertaining. The dining area connects to the updated kitchen, featuring shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, open shelving, and a modern range hood. A neighboring breakfast nook offers backyard views and direct backyard access. The primary bedroom is entered from the living area. This bright, spacious room offers direct access to the back patio and yard, and opens to an adjoining bonus room currently used for laundry. With abundant natural light, this flexible bonus space works well as a sitting room or extension of the primary bedroom. Down a hallway off the dining room are two spacious bedrooms, each with natural light and plenty of closet storage space. A full bath is located between them, featuring hexagon mosaic tile flooring, a fluted vanity, and walk-in shower. The final of the home's four bedrooms is just off the kitchen's breakfast nook, enjoying backyard views. Each of these four bedrooms offers great flexibility, whether as a home office, gym or guest space. Outside, a back porch steps down to a concrete patio bordered by the home's dry-garden zone zero landscaping, citrus trees, and lavender plants. The yard is expansive and private, with plenty of room for outdoor activities or movie nights, and is fully fenced. A two-car garage provides an opportunity for a workshop or extra storage. Just minutes from Good Neighbor Bar, Kismet Rotisserie, Highlight Coffee, and Ferrazzani's Pasta & Market, 524 Crosby St offers modern, elevated living in West Altadena.

524 Crosby Street, Altadena

$1,199,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ P1-28858 MLS ⋅ Active Status

**HUGE VALUE** Priced below purchased price in 2021 and taking a loss on that plus $250,000 in upgrades. Gorgeous home! Don't miss this opportunity!Welcome to this absolutely charming two bed, two bath residence, with an expansive bonus room in the converted garage, all impeccably done to offer the very best amenities & finishes. You enter the light-filled home, with gleaming hardwood floors, via the elegant front foyer that welcomes you into a gorgeous living room, with a stately center fireplace. The interior is an entertainer's delight that allows for an ideal flow into the sun-drenched formal dining room that adjoins the fully remodeled kitchen with new quartz counters, an island with seating, custom cabinetry as well as stainless steel appliances. The adjacent powder room has new ceramic tile and is truly picture-perfect. Both spacious bedrooms feature high-end closet systems with ample room for clothes and storage. Finally, the primary bathroom is newly tiled with a designer shower and spa tub. The home was completely renovated & intended for the owner's use. The comprehensive scope of work includes new electrical wiring including an upgraded 200 amp panel, a replumb of all the water lines, installation of a new sewer line all the way to the city connection plus a new gas line. The property also features a whole-house drinking water system that eliminates the need for filter replacements. The attic and basement have been cleaned & new roof insulation was added. In addition, the entire house has a new central heating & air conditioning system. The garage has been reimagined as an incredible 327 SF bonus room that is ideal to be used as a fitness area, studio or office. It has been fully redone with a beamed ceiling, new insulation and drywall plus a new mini-split HVAC system. All structures have recently installed roofs as well as new energy-efficient windows and doors throughout. No detail has been overlooked! The backyard has a concrete patio that's ideal for outdoor celebrations with friends or simply as a serene place to sit and greet the day. The private lot creates a peaceful environment that offers sweeping views of our magnificent San Gabriel Mountains. The front offers idyllic curb-appeal with a drought tolerant, California Native garden, an Arizona Rosa flagstone patio, a wide driveway, a hand crafted wood gate & a new invested over $250,000 over the last 4 years. Like a new home but better! Don't miss this beautiful propert

781 Morada Place, Altadena

$833,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26958905 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to this timeless 1926 Altadena bungalow that offers the best of both worlds nestled amid serene, treelined streets and mountain views while remaining effortlessly close to the vibrant energy of Los Angeles. The neighborhood's quiet charm creates a natural retreat, yet downtown is only minutes away. This warm and welcoming residence features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and 768 sq ft of interior living space on public records while an additional bathroom and bonus room account for additional square footage resting on a generous 6,214 sq ft lot, balancing immediate comfort with compelling longterm potential. Step through the front door into an adorable entry leading to a formal living room filled with soft natural light, real hardwood floors, a classic fireplace and original architectural details that set the tone for a home that harmonizes vintage charm with a functional, flowing layout. The kitchen leads to a bonus room with direct access to the backyard an ideal setup for indoor outdoor living, future customization, or strategic reconfiguration to increase value. Outside, the spacious yard offers endless possibilities: entertaining, gardening, ADU development, or designing a dream landscape to elevate rental or resale appeal. A one car garage adds convenience and flexibility for storage, workspace, or future conversion. With its character rich architecture, quiet neighborhood setting, and prime location near major freeways, this property presents strong longterm appreciation potential. Whether restoring, expanding, or reimagining, investors and homeowners alike will recognize the rare opportunity to shape a piece of Altadena's history. Schedule your private showing today!

2548 Casitas Avenue, Altadena

$849,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-28765 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Location and value are hallmarks of this Altadena 1959 Midcentury Traditional with updates and upgrades throughout. Generous, with a stunning foothills view, its living room offers plenty of space for comfortable seating and gathering without feeling crowded. Perfect for quiet evenings at home or a house full of friends, public rooms here live large! A spacious updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances plus excellent storage, including a full wall of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, a gas range, plus an eat-in breakfast nook for casual meals and morning coffee. Three comfortable bedrooms are nicely sized and filled with natural light. The updated full bath feels bright and clean with spacious shower over tub design. A separate laundry room leads to a large enclosed sunroom with walls of windows. This is a terrific additional space with utility and flexibility: an additional hangout, home gym, game room, office, or studio. Outside, a fully enclosed backyard patio creates a private spot for dining, gardening, and weekend get-togethers. A two-car garage provides covered parking and additional storage.Set back on its private lane yet convenient to neighborhood schools and the 210 freeway, 2211 1/8 Casitas is an easy, comfortable Altadena home in a peaceful location.

2211 1/8 Casitas Avenue, Altadena

$999,990

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26977997 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Turnkey Comfort with Mountain Views. Welcome home to this charming, light-filled residence designed for seamless modern living. Stepping inside, you are greeted by gorgeous wood flooring that stretches across an inviting living room. The spacious living room serves as the heart of the home. 3 bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms. Central heating and air conditioning ensure absolute comfort all year round, while the separate, indoor laundry room adds incredible day-to-day convenience. Private backyard in a neighborhood that is being completely upgraded. So much future potential.

3098 Thurin Avenue, Altadena

$1,195,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CV26183253 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Brand new 2026 build coming this fall. This home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious kitchen and family room area, interior laundry area, dual pane windows, heating and air conditioning, new concrete driveway and detached two car garage. Large front patio for evening views of the mountains.

2637 Olive, Altadena

$640,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ PW26181533 MLS ⋅ Active Status

MOTIVATED SELLERS, BRING US YOUR OFFERS Move-in ready townhome-style condo in a gated 12-unit Altadena community, with1,066 square feet of comfortable two-story living. The welcoming, updated front-porch and double-door entry open to an airy living room area with laminate wood flooring, recessed lighting, bright kitchen, and a guest half-bath. A glass slider leads to a private enclosed patio with updated fencing. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms feature crown molding, walk-in closets, and a large balcony, served by a full hallway bath. Recent updates include a new AC unit installed within the last year, plus association improvements to the building exterior, roof, and communal water heater. Additional features include an attached two-car garage with direct unit access and smart opener, in-unit washer/dryer hookups, central heat and air, and dual-paned windows and glass sliders throughout. Ideally located near the Rose Bowl, Old Pasadena, Loma Alta Park, and JPL, with the San Gabriel Mountains close by and convenient freeway access. VACANT GO DIRECT

2104 Raymond Unit 4, Altadena

$1,000,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ P1-28495 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Nestled peacefully in the foothills of Altadena near Christmas Tree Lane, this 1925 Mediterranean home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Reimagined in 2005, this home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere while providing privacy and expanded living areas.A charming tiled front patio creates an inviting entrance and provides a lovely spot to enjoy the tastefully landscaped front yard. Inside, the home features a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet and private bathroom, two additonal bedrooms, a living room with decorative frieplace and plantation shutters, dining room, kitchen with bar counter and tiled stove nook, another full bathroom, laundry area, and storage closets in the hall that leads to the deck outside.Just outside the primary suite is a private deck and spa. Along with the pergola and backyard succulent garden, these are wonderful outdoor settings for relaxing or entertaining. Newer system upgrades, including HVAC and roof, add comfort and peace of mind. With its classic Mediterranean character, inviting outdoor spaces, and desirable foothill location, this home offers a special opportunity to enjoy the charm and lifestyle of Altadena.

474 Colman Street, Altadena

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