261 S Allen Avenue
Pasadena, CA, 91106
$2,295,000
MLS: P1-25737
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,839
Lot
0.22 ac
Year Built
1898
MLS #
P1-25737
Days on Market
50
Listed
Feb 6, 2026
Description
This beautifully renovated three-bedroom, two-bath farmhouse captures the warmth and authenticity of classic country architecture while delivering the comfort and flow today's buyers expect. Thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained, the home blends timeless character with modern livability, easy, elegant, and inviting.At the heart of the home is a chef's kitchen with a center island and plenty of room for a family great-room style experience, creating a natural hub for daily living and entertaining. A gracious living room with a wood burning fireplace, and a spacious dining room provide additional flexibility, ideal for both formal occasions and relaxed gatherings.The floor plan is as practical as it is appealing. One bedroom and a full bath are located on the main level, perfect for guests, multi-generational living, or a home office. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed and updated bathroom, offering privacy and separation. Outdoors, a wrap-around porch invites morning coffee, afternoon reading, and evening conversation, while the large, flat lot offers a rare expanse of usable outdoor space. A generous grass lawn, charming greenhouse, and ample room for expansion create exceptional future potential, whether a guest house, pool, pickleball court, or additional development opportunities.This is farmhouse living at its best: renovated yet authentic, comfortable yet refined, and set on flat land that offers numerous possibilities.
Location
Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CA 91106
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Rita Whitney · The Agency
Payment estimate
$16,242
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $229,500 · Loan: $2,065,500
- Principal & Interest
- $12,691
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $2,391
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $861
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Today's Rates
As of Apr 23, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.23%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.58%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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 $80,325 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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