745 S Catalina Avenue
Pasadena, CA, 91106
$1,775,000
MLS: GD26052084
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,605
Lot
0.22 ac
Year Built
1906
MLS #
GD26052084
Days on Market
28
Listed
Mar 25, 2026
Description
Built in 1906 by famed architect Sylvanus Marston, this stunning Craftsman bungalow is ready for your personal touches! Situated on a 9,789 square foot corner lot, there is plenty of room to grow and improve! 3 bedroom, 2 bath with over 1,600 square feet! Large living room with accent fireplace and niche! Formal dining room with lots of windows bringing the park-like yard right in! Large master bedroom. Another room perfect for office or family room. 2nd bedroom has lots of built ins. 3rd bedroom has the loft for a unique kids room! Large basement would make an excellent wine cellar or photography lab! Wood windows, doors, and floors! New air conditioning system! Large single car garage with extra storage space or workshop. What a location; minutes from Caltech, Polytech School and the awesome shopping and dining of South Lake Ave! A one-of-a-kind opportunity to create your own jewel!
Location
Pasadena, Los Angeles County, CA 91106
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Kevin Levy · Kevin Levy
Payment estimate
$12,630
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $177,500 · Loan: $1,597,500
- Principal & Interest
- $9,815
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,849
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $666
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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 $62,125 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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