144 Backus Avenue
Pasadena, CA, 91107
$1,125,000
Original list price: $1,175,000
MLS: P1-28689
Beds
4
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,692
Lot
0.23 ac
Year Built
1984
MLS #
P1-28689
Days on Market
43
Listed
Sep 3, 2026
Description
Great opportunity to own a duplex in Pasadena offering a total of 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with flexible living arrangements and investment potential. The property features spacious living areas with abundant natural light, tile and laminate-style flooring, and generously sized bedrooms. The main living space includes an open kitchen and dining area with ample cabinetry, granite-style countertops, and a large peninsula providing additional counter space. One of the bathrooms offers an oversized layout with a separate tiled shower and jetted soaking tub. Additional features include in-unit laundry, multiple dining and living spaces, and ample storage. Outside, the property offers an expansive concrete driveway and courtyard area with plenty of room for parking, along with mature landscaping and established fruit trees that provide shade and privacy. With two separate living units and a versatile layout, this Pasadena duplex presents an excellent opportunity for an investor looking to add a residential income property to their portfolio.
Location
Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CA 91107
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Justin Fautsch · Vimvi California
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Payment estimate
$8,904
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $112,500 · Loan: $1,012,500
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.40% as of Oct 15, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $7,010
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,172
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $422
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Today's Rates
As of Oct 15, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 7.40%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.71%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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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 $39,375 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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