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Pasadena, CA

$2,150,000

2285 E Orange Grove, Pasadena, CA
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,232
Sq Ft
1928
Built
110
Days listed

About this home

Big Price Adjustment! This home is where history, artistry, and everyday living come together in the most inspiring way. This extraordinary 1920s French Tudor residence is more than a home, it’s a creative sanctuary. Once owned by renowned German violin maker Gustav Fassauer-Ferron, founder of Pasadena’s celebrated Arcade Violin Shop, the property carries a legacy of craftsmanship, music, and imagination. From the moment you arrive, illuminated by classic gas lamps, a sense of story and soul unfolds. Up the stairs leads to a formal entry w/ a reimagined entry closet that now serves as an inviting wine cellar; beckons to be enjoyed. The living room inspires with soaring beamed ceilings, abundant natural light from a large picture window, & a seamless connection to a front porch overlooking a lush, private yard framed by tall hedges. A grand Normandy fireplace mantel anchors the space w/ built in speakers. French doors from the formal dining opens to a brick patio for al fresco dining. Note the thoughtfully placed lighting to highlight art and ambiance in the living and dining area while an antique German hutch enriches the dining room w/ a pass through to the warm galley kitchen that includes a wooden rolling table and appliances. Stackable laundry (included) across from breakfast area with an exterior door to the storybook backyard. The primary suite is a work of art, featuring hand-crafted doors from India and pressed metal ceilings from Tennessee. Two additional bedrooms are on the main level, while upstairs a loft with a half bath, potential for expansion, and oversized walk-in closet offers flexibility as a studio, library, or retreat. A charming attached apartment, accessed by a whimsical spiral staircase, includes a Murphy bed, built-in desk, couch, chair and refrigerator; ideal for guests, a home office, or rental potential. Modern upgrades include paid-off solar and a Tesla charging station. The expansive patio, iron gazebo, plunge pool, and waterfall create a private outdoor retreat. A gym/studio with steam room extends from the two-car garage. Located near Eaton Canyon, the Huntington Library, and the Los Angeles Arboretum, this home is rich in history, layered with character, and designed to inspire. See it! Love it! Buy it!

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
1 full, 1 half
Living area
3,232 sq ft
Interior features
Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Bedroom On Main Level, Galley Kitchen, Instant Hot Water, Main Level Primary, Wine Cellar, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water To Refrigerator
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Living Room, See Remarks
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Kitchen, See Remarks, Stacked
Levels
Two
Spa
In Ground, Private, See Remarks
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.209 acres (9,091 sq ft)
Pool
None
Architectural style
French Provincial, Tudor
Year built
1928
Parking
Driveway, See Remarks
Parking spaces
4
Community
Area
646 - Pasadena (NE)
County
Los Angeles
Community features
Curbs, Suburban, Sidewalks
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
110
Listed
2026-03-30
Original price
$2,350,000
Terms
Cash, Conventional, Submit
Parcel #
5744007020
MLS #
CV26068004
Listed by
Kimberly Olbrich · CENTURY 21 CITRUS REALTY INC

Location

Price history

Listed
$2,350,000 · 2026-03-30
Price reduced
$2,150,000 (−$200,000)
Days on market
110
Current price
$2,150,000
Financing

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