2245 E California
San Marino, CA 91108
Listing broker / agent: Coldwell Banker Envision · YingYing Zhang · 626-500-8100 · CRMLS
MLS # TR26191785 · Last checked Oct 22, 2026 03:22 UTC
About this property
*Back on the market through NO fault of the property; buyer's personal reasons.*** Location Location Location! * ******Nestled in the prestigious Prime North San Marino neighborhood near the world-renowned Huntington Library, this elegant and grand 2-story Colonial estate is an absolute "MUST-SEE. " Located within the award-winning, top-ranked San Marino School District, this home perfectly blends timeless sophistication with modern luxury. Spanning two meticulously designed levels, this residence features 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The first floor welcomes you with a grand formal living room attached to a sunlit sitting room, a formal dining room, a cozy breakfast nook, a dedicated laundry room, plus 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The gourmet chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, boasting premium granite countertops, a large center island with a prep sink, a built-in oven, and a dedicated European-style bar. Additionally, a separate second kitchen provides the perfect setup for wok cooking and Asian cuisine. Upstairs, the expansive master suite serves as a private sanctuary, complete with an attached office, a cozy fireplace, and a spa-like master bath with a soaking tub and separate shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms are connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi tub. Luxury interior upgrades abound, including custom moldings, hardwood floors, elegant crystal chandeliers, designer window treatments, and unparalleled bathroom renovations. The resort-style backyard is an entertainer's paradise, featuring a gated sparkling pool, a built-in outdoor fireplace, and mature trees for ultimate privacy. An automatic driveway gate leads to an oversized 3-car garage, which features a massive bonus space above—perfect for a private gym, yoga/art studio, or a potential ADU. Key Features & Upgrades: Infrastructure: Dual-zone central AC/heating, updated copper plumbing, updated electrical, and earthquake foundation bolting. Recent Renovations: Newly painted interior, modern recessed lighting, newer carpets, re-plastered pool, and a durable tile roof. With boundless potential and unmatched elegance, this is more than just a house—it is the perfect place to call your forever dream home. Schedule your viewing today to truly appreciate everything it has to offer!
Property details
- MLS number
- TR26191785
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 5 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 4,022 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.2539 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1930
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 33
Building
- Year built
- 1930
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 4
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 5
- Main-level bathrooms
- 4
- Rooms
- Bathroom, Basement, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other
- Interior features
- Jack And Jill Bath, Walk In Closets
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- Private
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Pool
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Biking, Hiking, Park, Valley
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- San Marino Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 0.4 mi |
| San Marino High (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | 9–12 | 0.8 mi |
| Learning Works (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 6–12 | 1.1 mi |
| Carver Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | K–5 | 1.2 mi |
| Twentieth Street Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| Options For Youth - Duarte, Inc (school website, opens in a new tab) Duarte Unified · Pasadena | 7–12 | 1.3 mi |
| Huntington Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | 6–8 | 1.4 mi |
| Willard Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 1.4 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,999,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $2,999,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:49 | $2,999,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in San Marino
Active residential homes for sale in San Marino, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.
Observed price activity · past 30 days
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Calculated 2026-10-22 04:09 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.
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