514 N Madison, Pasadena, California 91101, Pasadena, 91101 - bed, bath

514 N Madison, Pasadena, California 91101 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,445,000
514 N Madison, Pasadena, California 91101
0Bed
0Bath
2,156Sqft
11,998Lot
Year Built
1937
Close
-
List price
$1.45M
Original List price
$1.45M
Price/Sqft
$670
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
AR25249218
Home ConditionFair
Features
Patio
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About this home

We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $1.45M(67th), sqft - 2156(33th), beds - undefined(50th), baths - undefined(50th).

4 Single-story Bungalows several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena, Large ±12k SF Lot, 4 detached garage parking, Highly desirable layout, Easy to Rent and Manage. 514-520 N Madison Ave, a bungalow style 4-units Single story apartment in the City of Pasadena. Situated only several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena, 2 blocks west of Los Robles Ave, and just within walking distance of many dining, shopping, and other attractions in Pasadena. It is situated on a quiet residential street surrounded by single family houses. This property is being sold together with 5 adjacent buildings to its north that are own by same seller – can be purchased together or individually (526 N Madison, 536 N Madison, 542 N Madison, 562 N Madison, and 570 N Madison). The property offers a highly desirable bungalow single-story layout (no adjoining walls) providing tenants with single family residential feel. It consists of 4 separate bungalows with a lush center courtyard/walkway providing serene atmosphere for the tenants. The unit mix is all 1bedroom+1bathroom, which makes it very easy to rent and manage. The property was built in 1937, has a total of ±2,156 SF building size and is situated on a large ±11,998 SF lot. Each unit is charming with original hardwood flooring, faux fireplace, plenty of built in cabinets, tiled kitchen and bathroom, and in-unit laundry hookups (seller provide laundry machine in 1 unit). The back unit (#520) has a large private backyard. Parking is provided via detached 4 car garages in the back. Each unit has individual water heaters and separately meters for electricity and gas. Each unit has its own laundry hookups. The property is in the highly desirable area of Pasadena just several blocks north of Old Town Pasadena. It is situated on a quiet tree-lined street and within minutes from the Gold Line and numerous additional shopping and dining options on Colorado Boulevard and Lake Avenue. Near Pasadena’s historic City Hall, it sits just minutes from the California Institute of Technology, Pasadena Community College, and the 210 and 110 Freeways, offering ease of access to neighboring cities and entertainment destinations in the region. Historic Old Pasadena’s charming storefronts house 200 shops plus a wide array of restaurants and night spots. The Pasadena Convention Center, Pacific Asia Museum, the historic Tournament of Roses house, and the Norton Simon Museum are minutes away.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
10/28/25
Listing
$1,445,000
Condition Rating
Fair

Built in 1937, this property shows its age with significantly outdated interior features. The images confirm very dated kitchens with older appliances, basic white cabinets, and tiled countertops/flooring. Bathrooms feature equally dated tile work, vanities, and fixtures. While the original hardwood floors appear maintained, the overall aesthetic and functionality of key areas like kitchens and bathrooms require substantial modernization to meet current standards. Cooling is provided by window AC units, indicating an older system. The property is functional and appears maintained, but major components are outdated, aligning with the 'Fair' condition criteria.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & Accessibility: Situated in a highly desirable area of Pasadena, just blocks from Old Town, offering walking distance to dining, shopping, and attractions. Excellent connectivity to Gold Line, major freeways (210/110), and proximity to Caltech, PCC, and City Hall.
Desirable Bungalow Layout: The property features four single-story bungalows with no adjoining walls, providing tenants with a private, single-family residential feel. A lush center courtyard enhances the serene atmosphere.
Investment Scalability: Opportunity to purchase this property individually or as part of a larger portfolio with five adjacent buildings owned by the same seller, offering significant growth potential for investors.
Ease of Management & Low Operating Costs: The consistent 1-bedroom/1-bathroom unit mix is easy to rent and manage. Individual water heaters and separately metered utilities (electricity/gas) reduce landlord responsibilities and operating expenses.
Generous Lot Size & Dedicated Parking: A large ±11,998 SF lot in a prime Pasadena location is a significant asset. Each unit benefits from dedicated parking via four detached car garages.

Cons

Age of Property & Potential for Capital Expenditures: Built in 1937, the property's age suggests potential for higher maintenance costs and the need for significant capital expenditures to update systems (plumbing, electrical) or modernize interiors to maximize rental income.
Limited Unit Mix: All units are 1-bedroom/1-bathroom, which limits the tenant pool primarily to singles or couples and may restrict potential rental income compared to properties offering a more diverse unit mix.
Outdated Interior Features: While charming, features like 'original hardwood flooring,' 'faux fireplace,' and 'tiled kitchen and bathroom' may indicate a need for significant renovations to meet modern tenant expectations and command premium rents.

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