Pasadena homes
For sale26 days on market
$2,288,000

981 Glen Oaks Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91105

3
Beds
3
Baths
2,187
Sq ft
$1046
Per sq ft

About this home

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 7 vehicles. Thoughtfully renewed from top to bottom, this unique residence offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, views, and an outstanding Pasadena location.

Type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1981
Lot
23,244 sq ft (0.53 ac)
Garage
2 car
HOA
None
Pool
No
View
Mountain(s)
Solar
—
Estimated payment
$14,429/mo
  • Principal & interest$11,569
  • Property tax (est.)$2,193
  • Home insurance (est.)$667

Example only, not a loan offer. Rate is a placeholder; ask a lender for today's. Taxes vary by neighborhood (Mello-Roos).

Listing provided courtesy of Lei Shen, Re/Max Premier Properties, 626-328-9331. MLS# AR26207861. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of November 1, 2026 at 8:24 AM Pacific. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use to identify prospective properties they may be interested in purchasing. Coldwell Banker Associated Brokers Realty, CA DRE #00939614.

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