257 Bella Vista
Pasadena, CA, 91107
$919,999
Original list price: $1,000,000
MLS: PW26104925
Beds
2
Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,008
Lot
0.14 ac
Year Built
1924
MLS #
PW26104925
Days on Market
158
Listed
May 14, 2026
Description
Public Open House: Sat Oct 24, 11:30AM-4:00PM BACK ON THE MARKET THROUGH NO FAULT OF SELLER! Seller will entertain offers between $799,999 and $919,999. Discover the character and possibilities of this 1924 traditional-style single-story home in an established Pasadena neighborhood. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, approximately 1,008 square feet of living space, and a lot of approximately 6,254 square feet, this property presents an opportunity for renovation, restoration, and personalized improvements. The home features wood flooring, built-in details, a living room with a distinctive fireplace, an eat-in kitchen, and a full bathroom with a bathtub. Front and rear porches provide additional outdoor spaces, while scenic mountain views add to the property's appeal. A one-car garage and driveway offer parking options. Located approximately one block from the world-famous Rose Parade route, the property enjoys proximity to The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, shopping, dining, entertainment, and other Pasadena amenities. A true diamond in the rough, this property offers an opportunity to restore its existing character or explore future improvements. The lot may provide additional possibilities for expansion, redevelopment, or an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), subject to independent verification of zoning, applicable regulations, permits, and governmental approvals. No particular development or use is guaranteed. Bring your creativity and explore the possibilities of this Pasadena property. PROPERTY SOLD AS-IS. Buyer to independently investigate and verify all information, including square footage, lot dimensions, property condition, permits, zoning, boundaries, improvements, financing eligibility, and any potential expansion, redevelopment, or ADU feasibility with the City of Pasadena and applicable authorities. Seller makes no representations or warranties regarding the feasibility or approval of future improvements. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Location
Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CA 91107
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Joe Cerros · JCRMG 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
$7,336
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $92,000 · Loan: $827,999
Average 30-yr fixed rate 7.40% as of Oct 15, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $5,733
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $958
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $345
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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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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 $32,200 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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