420 S Madison Avenue 301
Pasadena, CA 91101
Listing broker / agent: Re/Max Premier Properties · Sharon Liu · 626-758-0937 · CRMLS
MLS # AR26213896 · Last checked Oct 22, 2026 08:09 UTC
About this property
Welcome to Casa Serena, a beautifully updated top-floor condominium adjacent to the prestigious Madison Heights neighborhood in the heart of Pasadena. Combining comfort, functionality, and an unbeatable location, this inviting residence offers the best of Pasadena living. Step inside to a spacious open floor plan featuring a bright living room with newly installed carpet that flows seamlessly into the dining area. A large sliding glass door opens to a private balcony with serene treetop views—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, double wall ovens, a 4-burner electric cooktop with range hood, dishwasher, refrigerator, and ample counter space. The generously sized primary suite features a spacious closet and an en-suite bathroom with a vanity and separate shower enclosure. A second full bathroom includes an oversized single-sink vanity and a tub/shower combination. Additional highlights include fresh interior paint and newer A/C. Casa Serena is a secure, well-maintained community featuring a welcoming lobby, lush park-like courtyard, sparkling pool, and relaxing spa area. Ideally situated near the vibrant South Lake Avenue District, Caltech, and Old Pasadena, this exceptional home offers convenient access to premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to own a home in one of Pasadena’s most desirable locations!
Property details
- MLS number
- AR26213896
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 1 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 965 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 1.1497 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1970
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Listing
- Days on market
- 3
Building
- Year built
- 1970
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Building stories
- 3
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Kitchen, Living Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Common Area
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 1
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Garage, Gated
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Association, Community
- Spa
- In Ground
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Curbs, Pool
- Association amenities
- Maintenance Grounds, Management, Storage, Trash, Water
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $470.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- High school
- Pasadena
- High school district
- Pasadena 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 |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | K–8 | 0.2 mi |
| Blair High (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 6–12 | 1.0 mi |
| Twentieth Street Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles | K–5 | 1.2 mi |
| Madison Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 1.4 mi |
| Hamilton Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 1.8 mi |
| Valentine Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | K–5 | 1.9 mi |
| Huntington Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | 6–8 | 1.9 mi |
| San Rafael Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | Not reported | 2.0 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
- $499,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $499,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 03:07 | $499,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Pasadena
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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Calculated 2026-10-22 09:28 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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