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$2,288,000

981 Glen Oaks Boulevard

Pasadena, CA 91105

Active

3

Beds

3

Baths

2,187

Sq. Ft.

1981

Year Built

Los Angeles

County

SingleFamilyResidence

Property Type

About this home

Discover a beautifully transformed hillside retreat combining sophisticated design, peaceful seclusion, and spectacular panoramic scenery. The property has undergone an extensive renovation, featuring a fully permitted addition, a spacious outdoor deck, and an elevated balcony with exterior stair access. Positioned within Pasadena’s historic San Rafael neighborhood, just above the world-famous Rose Bowl, the home enjoys exceptional privacy and captivating views of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena skyline, and glittering city lights. These inspiring vistas can be enjoyed from nearly every room. In the living room, soaring vaulted ceilings create a dramatic sense of space and showcase the surrounding scenery. The renovation includes permitted upgrades to the home’s major systems, including the electrical panel and city service line, HVAC, plumbing, tankless water heater, insulation, stucco, garage door, and dual-pane tempered windows and doors. A completely redesigned kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms feature high-quality materials and refined modern finishes. Completing this exceptional property is an attached two-car garage, along with extensive on-site parking that can accommodate up to 10 vehicles. Thoughtfully renewed from top to bottom, this unique residence offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, views, and an outstanding Pasadena location.

Listed by Lei Shen · DRE #02149555 · Re/Max Premier Properties
MLS #1191974320
ListedSep 22, 2026

Property Details

Architecture

Stories2
StyleN/A
Total Units1
RoofN/A
Garage Spaces2
PoolN/A
SpaNone

Features & Amenities

Interior FeaturesBalcony, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room Deck Attached, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
Exterior FeaturesLighting
FlooringN/A
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral
FireplaceDecorative, Living Room
LaundryWasher Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Parking FeaturesDoor Single, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Private, Side By Side
Parking Total2
Patio & PorchCovered, Open, Patio
Entry Level2
Entry Location2
Common WallsNo Common Walls

Property Features

Lot Size0.53 ac
Lot FeaturesSloped Up
ViewCity Lights, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood
DirectionsLocated on Glen Oaks Blvd. between Linda Vista and North San Rafael.

Community

Area645 - Pasadena (NW)
School DistrictPasadena Unified

Tax & Financial

TermsCash, Cash To New Loan, Conventional, Exchange1031
Land LeaseNo
HOA NameN/A
HOA FeeN/A

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Mortgage Estimate

$12,178/mo

20% down · 7% APR · 30-yr fixed

Estimate only. Does not include taxes, insurance, or HOA.

CRMLSLast updated: October 21, 2026 at 6:45 PM

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