Altadena Homes under $1.25 million

Nestled in the picturesque foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Altadena, California, is a hidden gem within Los Angeles County. This charming community is known for its stunning natural landscapes, rich history, and a vibrant sense of community. With its close proximity to the bustling city of Pasadena, residents enjoy a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

Altadena boasts a diverse array of architectural styles, from quaint bungalows to modern masterpieces, making it an attractive destination for homebuyers seeking character and charm. For those looking for their dream home without breaking the bank, Altadena offers an impressive selection of properties priced under $1.25 million. Whether you’re searching for a cozy starter home, a spacious family residence, or a stylish retreat, you’ll find a variety of options that cater to different tastes and lifestyles.

The community is enriched by its local parks, hiking trails, and recreational facilities, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Altadena is also home to a thriving arts scene, featuring galleries, theaters, and local events that foster creativity and connection among residents.

With its strong sense of community, excellent schools, and easy access to the amenities of nearby Pasadena, Altadena is an ideal place to call home. Discover the charm of this enchanting neighborhood, where you can find the perfect home that fits your lifestyle and budget. Experience the allure of Altadena, where your dream home awaits!

Newest Altadena Homes under $1.25 million

$1,025,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ P1-29131 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This classic 1947 Traditional is set on a quiet residential street near the foothills. Warm and inviting, it offers three bedrooms and two baths, light-filled interiors, spacious public rooms and an easy, comfortable floor plan. The tastefully updated kitchen adjoins the family and dining areas, with a separate laundry room conveniently located nearby. French doors from both the family room and primary suite open to the rear deck and expansive backyard, creating a seamless flow between indoors and out. The primary suite is a standout, featuring an exceptionally large bedroom, built-in desk and ample closet space. In the rear, a private garden area with planting beds and storage shed provides an ideal space for outdoor projects and quiet enjoyment. A charming studio behind the detached two-car garage offers flexibility as an office, guest room or gym. Additional features include hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, central heat & air and 200-amp electrical panel. With inviting indoor-outdoor living, beautiful grounds and peaceful surroundings, 3033 Glen Avenue presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the distinctive character and sense of community that make Altadena so special.

3033 Glen Avenue, Altadena

$1,089,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26996807 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this 1925 storybook Tudor in the heart of Altadena's historic Janes Village. Designed by E.P. Janes, this rare architectural home perfectly blends historic pedigree with classic character. The curb appeal is immediate, defined by a distinct storybook silhouette, a meandering walkway guides you through a vibrant, low-water front garden to a covered front porch entry. Inside, the home is warm and inviting, anchored by newly refinished hardwood floors and classic wood casement windows. The character-rich living room welcomes you with dramatic barrel ceilings, period wall sconces, and artisan-flattened plaster walls surrounding a stylish decorative fireplace. Just off the living room, French doors open to a bright front bedroom, perfect for a guest room or home office to take in the Mountain View's. The thoughtful floor plan provides excellent flow and separation of space. A hallway off the formal dining room leads to the private quarters, featuring two additional light-filled bedrooms with picture rail moulding, coved ceilings and generous closet space. They share a charming full bathroom beautifully appointed with classic white hexagon tile flooring, elegant wainscoting, and a ceramic subway tiled shower/tub. Seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living, the sun-drenched dining room features French doors that open to an intimate back porch. Just off the dining area is the bright and airy kitchen, with a convenient pantry and mudroom off the back and it's own side entry. The backyard provides a private, expansive space shaded by a majestic Aleppo pine, featuring a covered patio perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Offering excellent added value, the detached two-car garage offers great potential for an ADU conversion, home office, gym, or creative workspace. A flat pad off the back of the garage is ready for a sports court, raised garden beds, or a secondary storage area. Delivering a sense of history and soul that modern construction cannot replicate, 200 Terrace is your chance to claim a timeless Altadena Storybook treasure.

200 W Terrace Street, Altadena

$795,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-29074 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked away on quiet Maiden Lane, this 1921 Spanish Colonial Revival is brimming with charm and character. Set back from the street the home is framed by lovely landscaped Laurels and bright bougainvillea spilling over the gated driveway. White stucco walls, turquoise-teal trim and a pergola announce the home's personality, and the shaded, covered front porch with red concrete floor offers the perfect spot to sit and enjoy. Inside, the living room is bright and cozy, with hardwood floors, baseboards and crown moulding, and a decorative brick fireplace flanked by built-in bookshelves. Across the way, the dining room offers more built-ins and wood casement windows. Warm and inviting, these living spaces create the perfect public rooms. Just off the dining room, a galley kitchen features warm-toned tile floors, a gas range and a breakfast nook with side yard views. It flows into the laundry room, which offers direct backyard access and opens to the home's full bath. The bath is sweet and period-perfect, with hexagonal tile floor, a charming medicine cabinet, built-in cabinetry, and shower. Off the living room, a versatile bedroom with a large closet works beautifully as an office, nursery, sitting room or guest room, and connects to both the bath and the primary bedroom. The primary is a light-filled corner retreat, wrapped by a continuous row of windows framing views of mature trees and the backyard, with a floating shelf above and wood floors, completing this serene space. A third bedroom, also off the living room, is comfortable and full of light. Outside a small porch steps down to an expansive fenced, private yard with abundant green space, centered on a stately American Sweetgum tree and bordered by fragrant lavender. An outdoor patio is ideal for dining and entertaining, and the long driveway leads to a covered carport. Full of heart and history and just minutes from neighborhood favorites MIYA Thai, Betsy and Prime Pizza, this storybook Spanish Revival is a fantastic value.

1933 Maiden Lane, Altadena

$1,199,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-29038 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

A picture-perfect 1923 English cottage filled with the grace and elegance of the period is situated in the desirable country club neighborhood that is surrounded by beautiful, established homes. The two-bedroom, one-bath residence, with a den, welcomes you in via a spacious living room wrapped in windows, with coved ceilings and arched doorways. There are lovely features throughout including hardwood floors, elegant built-ins and a stately, central Batchelder-style fireplace, as well as a formal dining room with rich French doors that step out to tranquil side patio. To the rear of the house is an inviting den, that adjoins the beautifully remodeled kitchen with high-end appliances, gleaming wood custom cabinetry and granite counters.The property also includes a second story bonus loft that that allows for ample storage but it could also be finished to offer unlimited options. This all looks out at the verdant backyard that is dotted with welcoming plantings and trees.The exterior of the house has a tall, gabled roof, idyllic-landscaping, a magnificent Redwood, as well as an inviting front patio walk that offers incredible curb appeal. Don't miss this idyllic property!

1318 Boston Street, Altadena

$1,098,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ P1-29022 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this charming Altadena property offering timeless character, comfortable living spaces, and a versatile layout. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with approximately 1,228 square feet of living space. Freshly painted inside and out and remediated, the home feels fresh, bright, and ready for its next chapter.Set on an approximately 8,402-square-foot lot, the property offers plenty of outdoor space to relax, entertain, garden, and enjoy the Southern California lifestyle. Inside, light-filled living spaces, a fireplace, and thoughtful architectural details add warmth and character throughout.Adding to the property's appeal is a separate studio, providing wonderful flexibility for a private home office, creative space, workout room, or additional flex space.Located in the foothills of Altadena, this special property combines character, versatility, generous outdoor space, and endless possibilities in a truly inviting setting.

3269 Summit Avenue, Altadena

$929,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CV26207050 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked away in the scenic foothills of Altadena, this charming Spanish-style home offers character, privacy, and plenty of space to make your own. Set behind a gated entry, the property welcomes you with distinctive architectural details, stone accents, low-maintenance front landscaping, and a long private driveway. One of the property’s standout features is the generous lot, offering an expansive backyard surrounded by mature trees and plenty of space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreation, or creating your own private retreat. A spacious concrete patio provides the perfect setting for gatherings, dining outdoors, or simply enjoying the Southern California weather. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Altadena foothills, the home enjoys beautiful mountain surroundings with nearby hiking and biking trails for those who love the outdoors. Conveniently located near NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the property combines a peaceful, tucked-away setting with access to one of the area’s most notable landmarks. With its gated grounds, spacious lot, mature trees, outdoor living potential, and desirable foothill location, this property presents a unique opportunity to bring your own vision and make this Altadena home your own.

868 W Calaveras, Altadena

$995,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-28897 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This 1939 Traditional home offers clean, modern finishes throughout, with a handsome stucco exterior, scalloped eaves, covered porch, and an expansive, private backyard. A gated front yard and driveway give way to the fire-hardened landscaped front patio, where a water feature and Queensland umbrella tree greet guests before a covered porch entry. Inside, find an expansive modern living and dining space. Centered around a stone fireplace, the living room features a charming bay window alcove and ample space for daily living and entertaining. The dining area connects to the updated kitchen, featuring shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, open shelving, and a modern range hood. A neighboring breakfast nook offers backyard views and direct backyard access. The primary bedroom is entered from the living area. This bright, spacious room offers direct access to the back patio and yard, and opens to an adjoining bonus room currently used for laundry. With abundant natural light, this flexible bonus space works well as a sitting room or extension of the primary bedroom. Down a hallway off the dining room are two spacious bedrooms, each with natural light and plenty of closet storage space. A full bath is located between them, featuring hexagon mosaic tile flooring, a fluted vanity, and walk-in shower. The final of the home's four bedrooms is just off the kitchen's breakfast nook, enjoying backyard views. Each of these four bedrooms offers great flexibility, whether as a home office, gym or guest space. Outside, a back porch steps down to a concrete patio bordered by the home's dry-garden zone zero landscaping, citrus trees, and lavender plants. The yard is expansive and private, with plenty of room for outdoor activities or movie nights, and is fully fenced. A two-car garage provides an opportunity for a workshop or extra storage. Just minutes from Good Neighbor Bar, Kismet Rotisserie, Highlight Coffee, and Ferrazzani's Pasta & Market, 524 Crosby St offers modern, elevated living in West Altadena.

524 Crosby Street, Altadena

$1,220,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ P1-28858 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this absolutely charming two bed, two bath residence, with an expansive bonus room in the converted garage, all impeccably done to offer the very best amenities & finishes. You enter the light-filled home, with gleaming hardwood floors, via the elegant front foyer that welcomes you into a gorgeous living room, with a stately center fireplace. The interior is an entertainer's delight with an open floor plan that allows for an ideal flow into the sun-drenched formal dining room that adjoins the fully remodeled kitchen with new quartz counters, an island with seating, custom cabinetry as well as stainless steel appliances. The adjacent powder room has new ceramic tile and is truly picture-perfect. Both spacious bedrooms feature high-end closet systems with ample room for clothes and storage. Finally, the primary bathroom is newly tiled with a designer shower and spa tub. The home was completely renovated & intended for the owner's use. The comprehensive scope of work includes new electrical wiring including an upgraded 200 amp panel, a replumb of all the water lines, installation of a new sewer line all the way to the city connection plus a new gas line. The property also features a whole-house drinking water system that eliminates the need for filter replacements. The attic and basement have been cleaned & new roof insulation was added. In addition, the entire house has a new central heating & air conditioning system. The garage has been reimagined as an incredible bonus room that is ideal to be used as a fitness area, studio or office. It has been fully redone with a beamed ceiling, new insulation and drywall plus a new mini-split HVAC system. All structures have recently installed roofs as well as new energy-efficient windows and doors throughout. No detail has been overlooked! The backyard has a concrete patio that's ideal for outdoor celebrations with friends or simply as a serene place to sit and greet the day. The private lot creates a peaceful environment that offers sweeping views of our magnificent San Gabriel Mountains. The front offers idyllic curb-appeal with a drought tolerant, California Native garden, an Arizona Rosa flagstone patio, a wide driveway, a hand crafted wood gate & a new invested over $250,000 over the last 4 years. Like a new home but better! This is a wonderful location close to the best the area has to offer w? fantastic shopping, restaurants and entertainment options nearby. Don't miss this beautiful property!

781 Morada Place, Altadena

$833,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26958905 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this timeless 1926 Altadena bungalow that offers the best of both worlds nestled amid serene, treelined streets and mountain views while remaining effortlessly close to the vibrant energy of Los Angeles. The neighborhood's quiet charm creates a natural retreat, yet downtown is only minutes away. This warm and welcoming residence features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and 768 sq ft of interior living space on public records while an additional bathroom and bonus room account for additional square footage resting on a generous 6,214 sq ft lot, balancing immediate comfort with compelling longterm potential. Step through the front door into an adorable entry leading to a formal living room filled with soft natural light, real hardwood floors, a classic fireplace and original architectural details that set the tone for a home that harmonizes vintage charm with a functional, flowing layout. The kitchen leads to a bonus room with direct access to the backyard an ideal setup for indoor outdoor living, future customization, or strategic reconfiguration to increase value. Outside, the spacious yard offers endless possibilities: entertaining, gardening, ADU development, or designing a dream landscape to elevate rental or resale appeal. A one car garage adds convenience and flexibility for storage, workspace, or future conversion. With its character rich architecture, quiet neighborhood setting, and prime location near major freeways, this property presents strong longterm appreciation potential. Whether restoring, expanding, or reimagining, investors and homeowners alike will recognize the rare opportunity to shape a piece of Altadena's history. Schedule your private showing today!

2548 Casitas Avenue, Altadena

$849,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-28765 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Location and value are hallmarks of this Altadena 1959 Midcentury Traditional with updates and upgrades throughout. Generous, with a stunning foothills view, its living room offers plenty of space for comfortable seating and gathering without feeling crowded. Perfect for quiet evenings at home or a house full of friends, public rooms here live large! A spacious updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances plus excellent storage, including a full wall of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, a gas range, plus an eat-in breakfast nook for casual meals and morning coffee. Three comfortable bedrooms are nicely sized and filled with natural light. The updated full bath feels bright and clean with spacious shower over tub design. A separate laundry room leads to a large enclosed sunroom with walls of windows. This is a terrific additional space with utility and flexibility: an additional hangout, home gym, game room, office, or studio. Outside, a fully enclosed backyard patio creates a private spot for dining, gardening, and weekend get-togethers. A two-car garage provides covered parking and additional storage.Set back on its private lane yet convenient to neighborhood schools and the 210 freeway, 2211 1/8 Casitas is an easy, comfortable Altadena home in a peaceful location.

2211 1/8 Casitas Avenue, Altadena

$999,990

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26977997 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Turnkey Comfort with Mountain Views. Welcome home to this charming, light-filled residence designed for seamless modern living. Stepping inside, you are greeted by gorgeous wood flooring that stretches across an inviting living room. The spacious living room serves as the heart of the home. 3 bedrooms and 1.75 bathrooms. Central heating and air conditioning ensure absolute comfort all year round, while the separate, indoor laundry room adds incredible day-to-day convenience. Private backyard in a neighborhood that is being completely upgraded. So much future potential.

3098 Thurin Avenue, Altadena

$1,195,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CV26183253 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Brand new 2026 build coming this fall. This home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious kitchen and family room area, interior laundry area, dual pane windows, heating and air conditioning, new concrete driveway and detached two car garage. Large front patio for evening views of the mountains.

2637 Olive, Altadena

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