300 North San Rafael Avenue

Pasadena, CA 91105

$25,000,000
Price
8
Beds
14
Baths
20,567 Sq. Ft.
$1,216 / Sq. Ft.
20,567
Sq. Ft.
$1,216
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Roland and Margarita Hernández House: Buff, Smith and Hensman, 1997. One of the largest private view estates in greater Pasadena, the Hernández House sits on 3.4 acres in the prestigious San Rafael Hills. Fully gated and mostly level, the site provides sweeping views looking east over the historic Colorado St bridge and the city of Pasadena and dramatic mountain vistas to the north and east. Designed by the iconic and pioneering firm of Buff & Hensman in 1997 and expanded in 2002, the 8-BR suite...Roland and Margarita Hernández House: Buff, Smith and Hensman, 1997. One of the largest private view estates in greater Pasadena, the Hernández House sits on 3.4 acres in the prestigious San Rafael Hills. Fully gated and mostly level, the site provides sweeping views looking east over the historic Colorado St bridge and the city of Pasadena and dramatic mountain vistas to the north and east. Designed by the iconic and pioneering firm of Buff & Hensman in 1997 and expanded in 2002, the 8-BR suite and 14-BA main structure spans three levels of living space, purposefully designed for an organic relationship between lifestyle and site. Having evolved from true post and beam structures, the estate employs many of the contemporary innovations that would later define Buff & Hensman. The home was planned so all major areas are oriented towards the best views. 20' ceilings with sides of glass open to the rear yard, 'merging' with the surrounding environment. 60' pool is bisected by elevated limestone bridge, creating a lap pool and waterfall to the north and wider family pool with spa to the south. Large lawn leads to glass paneled 2BR/2BA guest house with kitchen and fireplace that can be completely opened to lawn and adjacent N/S lighted champion tennis court. Having first engaged Buff and Hensman to build their Pasadena home, the Hernández's and architects then embarked on the most difficult task of locating and acquiring the ideal site that would not only complement, but integrate with, the living spaces imagined by the Hernández. As arduous as it was to find the initial site, it was an intersection of planning and good fortune that allowed them to procure and expand to the adjacent 300 Los Altos Dr. parcel in 2002. A truly rare confluence of events that lead to the marriage of a significant architectural home to be perfectly oriented on an expansive, private site with boundless, unobstructed views. FEATURES: 2-stry, heated 8-car garage, Entry-level: Entry, living room & great room w/20' ceilings, dining room, open: kitchen, family, & breakfast area, library, laundry, BD-suite, guest kitchen and guest suite, 2 Add'l BA's. Upper: Primary suite w/2 BA's & 2/walk-in clsts, 4 Add'l BR-suites, study/BR-suite, office. Lower: Wine, entertnmnt lounge w/BA, gym w/BA, sauna. 60' pool w/spa. Lighted N/S tennis w/BA. Glass-paneled 2BR/2BA w/kitchn guest house. Fully gated w/2-automatic auto gates. Viewing terrace. Play area. Add'l access from Los Altos.

Listing Agent

  1. Brent Chang

    Brent Chang

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01822562

    brent@compass.com

    P: (626)-487-8100

Property Details for 300 North San Rafael Avenue

Architectural Style
Contemporary, Modern
Garage Spaces
8.00
View
Bridge(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s), Landmark, City Lights
LISTING UPDATED: 10/13/2024 08:34 PM

Property Details for 300 North San Rafael Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #P1-17498
Days on Market233
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1997
Lot Size3.39 AC / 147,786 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Building Information for 300 North San Rafael Avenue

Stories-Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size3.39 AC / 147,786 SF

Property Information for 300 North San Rafael Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Total: 20,567.00
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Gutters, Horse Trails, Mountainous, Park, Stable(s), Street Lights
  • City: Pasadena
  • Country: US
  • Directions: North of Chateau Rd
  • Area: 645 - Pasadena NW
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1258
  • Unparsed Address: 300 North San Rafael Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Auto Driveway Gate, Built-In Storage, Controlled Entrance, Driveway
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee: $4,822.00
  • Association Name: Alta San Rafael Association
  • Association Phone: 626-793-8068
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $135.00
  • Tax Tract: 8009
Virtual Tour
  • Videos Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 300 Los Altos Dr, Pas APN: 5708-024-005
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Park Nearby, Secluded, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Back Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.39
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 147,786.00
  • Lot Size Area: 147,786.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 5708001025
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Exclusions: All artwork and sculptures/statuary, interior and exterior.
  • Property Attached: No
  • Year Built Source: Seller
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Exterior Features: Barbeque Private, Lighting
  • Fencing: Glass, Security, Privacy
  • Other Structures: Guest House Detached, Storage, Tennis Court Private
  • Pool Features: Private, Waterfall, Gas Heat, In Ground, Lap
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Wired For Alarm System, Automatic Gate, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Card/Code Access, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security Lights
  • Spa Features: Heated, In Ground, Private
  • Spa: Yes
  • Structure Type: House
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Barbecue, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Microwave, Hot Water Circulator, Gas Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Double Oven, Water Purifier, Water Line to Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Freezer
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 14
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 14
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room, Great Room, Guest House, Library, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Outside, Patio
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: 2 Staircases, Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, High Ceilings, Home Automation System, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Phone System, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Two Story Ceilings, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Kitchenette, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Drawers, Stone Counters, Utility Sink, Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
  • Living Area: 20,567.00
  • Living Area Source: Taped
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 6
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • View: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Levels: Three Or More
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Special Listing Conditions: Standard

Property History for 300 North San Rafael Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 300 North San Rafael Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,118,157Additions$3,214,860Total$4,333,017
Tax Record2024$49,523 ($4,127 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Total Finished SqFt12,319 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt12,319 SqFtStories1Lot Size74,640 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996ZoningPSR2CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5708-001-025

Schools near 300 North San Rafael Avenue

This home is within Pasadena Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public6 to 8

John Muir High School
Public9 to 12

Odyssey Charter School - South
CharterK to 8

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300 North San Rafael Avenue is a single family home for sale in Pasadena, CA 91105. This property was listed for sale on May 3, 2024 by Compass, it's currently listed at $25,000,000. This listing's school district is Pasadena Unified School District. Nearby schools include Roosevelt Elementary School, Octavia E. Butler Magnet School and John Muir High School. 300 North San Rafael Avenue is a 8-bed, 14-bath, 20,567 sqft single family home built in 1997.

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Listing Courtesy of COMPASS, Brent Chang, DRE #01822562; Christie's AKG, Aaron Kirman, DRE #01296524

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