481 W Highland AVE Sierra Madre, CA 91024
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Multi-Family
Sub Type Duplex
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,809 sqft
Price per Sqft $561
MLS Listing ID AR25218892
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 7
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1910
Lot Size 1.239 Acres
Property Sub-Type Duplex
Property Description
Welcome to 481 W. Highland Ave—an architectural gem built in 1910, nestled on a gated 1.24-acre lot in one of Sierra Madre's most sought-after neighborhoods. This expansive Craftsman estate offers approximately 6,702 SF of living space and reflects the enduring beauty and scale of early 20th-century design.
A wide, welcoming front porch with signature river rock columns invites you in. Inside, the grand entry and formal foyer are framed by rich original woodwork and period details. The home offers multiple entertaining spaces, including formal living and dining rooms, a cozy sunroom, enclosed balconies, and flexible-use rooms ideal for a study, den, or creative retreat.
The kitchen remains true to its era, functional and full of charm, supported by a butler's serving area that adds utility and character. Throughout the home, craftsmanship is on display—from leaded glass windows and built-ins to the carved staircase and timeless finishes.
In 1996, a detached 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest house was added above the 4-car garage, offering approx. 1,107 SF of self-contained living space—complete with its own kitchen, laundry, and HVAC system.
Outdoors, a large rear patio offers an ideal setting for entertaining or relaxing, with views of the expansive backyard, custom pool and spa, fish pond, and the original pool house featuring a stone fireplace, shower, and toilet.
Perfect for the Craftsman enthusiast, this property offers scale, privacy, history, and character in equal measure—just minutes from Sierra Madre's charming downtown, hiking trails, and award-winning schools.
Location
State CA
County Los Angeles
Area 656 - Sierra Madre
Zoning SRR1YY
Rooms
Other Rooms Guest House Detached, Guest House, Two On A Lot
Main Level Bedrooms 2
Interior
Interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Elevator, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Multiple Staircases, Bedroom on Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Galley Kitchen, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Laminate, Wood
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Barbecue, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Laundry Inside, Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Rain Gutters
Parking Features Converted Garage, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Potential
Garage Spaces 4.0
Garage Description 4.0
Pool Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Private
Community Features Curbs, Sidewalks
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
View Y/N Yes
View Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Pond, Pool
Roof Type Composition
Accessibility Parking
Total Parking Spaces 4
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, Corners Marked, Front Yard, Lot Over 40000 Sqft, Landscaped, Level, Rectangular Lot, Street Level, Yard
Dwelling Type Duplex
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Level or Stories Two
Additional Building Guest House Detached, Guest House, Two On A Lot
New Construction No
Schools
School District Pasadena Unified
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 5768005051
Security Features Closed Circuit Camera(s),Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s)
Acceptable Financing Cash, Cash to New Loan
Green/Energy Cert Solar
Listing Terms Cash, Cash to New Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard
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