1325 Forest Avenue
Pasadena, CA, 91103
$1,398,000
Original list price: $1,275,000
MLS: PF26145405
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,398
Lot
0.18 ac
Year Built
1947
MLS #
PF26145405
Days on Market
26
Listed
Jul 7, 2026
Description
Welcome to 1325 Forest Avenue, located in the heart of Pasadena. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,398 square feet of warm, inviting living space. While retaining its classic 1947 character, this home has been thoughtfully refreshed throughout with an open-concept layout and fresh interior paint, creating a bright, move-in-ready feel. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and the open living and dining areas flow effortlessly — perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. A brand new roof (2025) and a whole-house water filtration and softener system add peace of mind and lasting value.Step outside to your own private retreat: a spacious back patio built for outdoor entertaining, complete with a long built-in barbecue counter, an entertainer's dream for weekend cookouts and gatherings. App-controlled ambient lighting sets the perfect mood for evening gatherings, while the lush, low-maintenance landscaped backyard provides a beautiful backdrop to the entire outdoor living space. Ideally located in Pasadena, this home blends timeless charm with modern comfort in a sought-after community. Positioned near the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium, Brookside Park, and Brookside Golf Course, with miles of Arroyo Seco walking and biking trails just outside your door. Minutes to Old Town Pasadena's shopping and dining, the Norton Simon Museum, and easy access to the 134 and 210 freeways. Turnkey and ready to move in — simply unpack and settle into this Pasadena gem.
Location
Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CA 91103
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Khanh Oberley · Douglas Elliman of CA, Inc.
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$10,366
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $139,800 · Loan: $1,258,200
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.66% as of Jul 30, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $8,086
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,456
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $524
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Today's Rates
As of Jul 30, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.66%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.04%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Pasadena home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $48,930 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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