511 Garfield Avenue
South Pasadena, CA 91030

Set in the quaint Mission District of South Pasadena with Award Winning Schools, you'll fall in love with this 1925 adobe style home which has been thoughtfully updated, while maintaining the historic feel and character. The front yard has been completely re-landscaped with new lawn, new irrigation, a succulent garden, and avocado trees. Enter through a charming front gate into this walled, private oasis. The home boasts classic details, from high ceilings, thick walls, handsome fireplaces to majestic views of the gardens and expansive patios, to Saltillo tile floors and a barrel ceiling in the hallway. The home is tucked away on a quiet street in a private setting. The tall mature trees add to the unique ambiance of the property, including three olive and one magnificent Moreton Bay fig tree, one of the most splendid trees in the city. Enter through the welcoming entry which has a beautiful front door, tile floor, coat closet and high ceiling. The living room features tall ceilings, leaded glass windows on either side of the tiled fireplace, a large window, and access to the rear yard. The eat-in kitchen has been updated with newer appliances and cabinets, an island with a butcher block top, and granite countertops and charming built-ins with leaded glass fronts. The primary suite welcomes you into a sitting room with a skylight, which can be used as an office or nursery, and down two steps is the bedroom with a corner beehive fireplace, stained glass windows, a walk-in closet and the primary bathroom which has a stall shower with a skylight. The second bedroom is spacious and has large windows and recessed lighting. Both bathrooms were remodeled in 2016. There is also a deep laundry closet with extra storage. Recent system updates include: electrical, copper plumbing, sewer, roof, HVAC. This home is a perfect place to entertain. The yard, covered patio in the backyard and a side covered porch are wonderful places for family and friends to gather. The home sits in close proximity to the shops and restaurants of Mission Street in San Marino and the attractions of South Pasadena on Mission and Fair Oaks, is a block from Garfield Park, short proximity to the 110, 210, and 134 freeways. Come experience the unique character that this home has to offer!