There are several events that take place in Pasadena, the Rose City, throughout the year. Following are events worth checking out to learn about preserving our city's history and architecture.
May 18, 2008 "Preservation Month - Pasadena Japonisme"
A docent guided tour to discover influence of Japanese architecture and design on homes. The tour will visit the oldest true Meiji garden in California, the Storrier Stearns Garden, and Tadashi Shoji Residence.
July 19, 2008 "Celebration of the Colorado Bridge"
Join to celebrate the preservation of the famous bridge. There will be music, dancing, children's activities, food and drinks on the bridge.
October 17-19, 2008 "17th Annual Craftsman Weekend"
This is an opportunity to learn about the Craftsman-era homes, exhibits by antique dealers, and lectures by the Craftsman Movement experts.
August 2, November 1, 2008 "Old Pasadena Walking Tour"
Tour of the Old Pasadena historic sites. The Old Town Pasadena known for its historic buildings is a fine and true example of a downtown revitalization.
The tours are coordinated and presented by the Pasadena Heritage which is the oldest preservation grouping Southern California with over 2000 members. Learn and find out more about the organization to participate in keeping the Pasadena cultural resources alive.
There were 20 new single family attached/detached home listings in Altadena the first 2 weeks of the month of May.
The lowest priced home is 2800 Tola, 2bd 1ba, 753 sq. ft. $254,900
The highest priced home is 1155 Dolores, 4bd 6ba, 4264 sq. ft. $2,600,000
8 out of the 20 homes have cummulative days showing previously listed.
3 out of the 20 homes have price reduction.
$254,900 - $399,000 5 homes
$400,000 - $499,000 4 homes
$500,000 - $599,000 3 homes
$600,000 - $699,000 3 homes
$700,000 range 1 home
$800,000 range 1 home
$1.2 mil - $2,600,000 3 homes
*Information is from Itech MLS
Month of April, 2008, there are total of 21 properties which closed escrow in Altadena, CA.
Lowest priced home was 2034 Madison Ave. $314,900
Highest priced home was 2659 Tanoble Drive. $1,600,000
Average sale price $694,924 (Median price $625,000)
SP % LP (sale price % to list price) 97.11%
Average per sq. ft. $380.56
Average days on Market 74 days, Average Cummulative days on Market 131 days
Looks to me that Altadena is holding it's value.
Information from I-Tech MLS sold status 4/1-4/30/08
Perfect Weather in Southern California - It was just a pleasant day today.
Not too hot, not too cold. Temperature at about 72 degrees in Pasadena nd Altadena areas. Why do we like the So-Cal so much. It's this weather that brings so many people to Southern California each year.
The San Gabriel Mountains were just awesome. So you thought the endless rows of palm trees were in the Westside, right? We got it here in Altadena too.
When it comes to buying real estate, Pasadena, CA. has become a really popular location in the last few years. Why is that? First, Pasadena is situated perfectly surrounded by main cities like, Glendale, La Canada, Arcadia, San Marino, Eagle Rock.
It takes roughly 15-20 minutes to go to Downtown Los Angeles. The Metro Rail makes it very convenient for those who wish to take the public transportation.
For those who love to shop, there is the South Lake Shopping, The Paseo Colorado, Old Town Pasadena, Hasting Ranch Shopping area. Plus Arcadia Mall has added many more restaurants and shops. Nearby South Pasadena on Mission St. has and unique boutiques. There is a Farmer's Market in South Pasadena and Pasadena.
If you enjoy the city life, there are number of new constructions going on in Pasadena. Lofts, condos, and townhomes, Name it and we have it here.
Pasadena is known for many of its character homes. Popular areas to look for homes are the Chapman Woods, San Rafael, Linda Vista, The Cal Tech area, Hasting Ranch, Orange Heights, Madison Heights, Washington Square, and more.
Enjoy the museums? We have the Norton Simon, Huntington Library, Pacific Asia Musuem, Pasadena Musueum of California Arts.
Finally, the Rose Bowl and the Rose Parade. Can't miss these two awesome match.
Pasadena, CA - It's a city full of Life and it can change your Life too.
"Beautiful Altadena" is my home. I live north of Marengo Ave. and Altadena Drive. I look forward to helping people make one of their most important financial decisions - Real Estate.
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