Just moments from iconic Christmas Tree Lane, beyond private automatic gates and a sweeping circular drive, this updated Mid-Century Ranch reveals itself as a rare Altadena compound: serene, refined, and thoughtfully reimagined for modern living. Set on an expansive lot, this property offers two impeccably renovated residences that feel established yet sophisticated, completed with uncompromising attention to detail. The main home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, centered around a beautiful open kitchen designed for both daily living and elegant entertaining. Light pours through the interiors, accentuating clean lines, curated materials, and a seamless indoor outdoor flow. Every upgrade has been executed with intention, delivering a level of polish rarely found in homes of this era. A detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath ADU/guest house provides exceptional versatility, ideal for multi-generational living, extended stays, executive-level home office, or private retreat space. Between the two residences, a tranquil courtyard is anchored by a built-in bbq and intimate jetted pool creating a boutique resort ambiance perfect for quiet evenings or curated gatherings. Centrally located in one of the community’s most cherished pockets, this estate feels remarkably secluded offering rare spac
MLS #
CRAR26035892
MLS Source
California Regional MLS
Days on Site
11
Bedrooms
Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat
Kitchen
Other
Appliances
Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Other, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
Dining Room
Other
Family Room
Other
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
In Closet, Other
Roof
Composition
Pool
Heated, In Ground, Pool - Yes
Style
Ranch
Garage/Parking
Drive Through, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District
Pasadena Unified
High School District
Pasadena Unified
HOA Fee
$0
503 E Mendocino is a Single Family Residence in Altadena, CA 91001. This 3,046 square foot property sits on a 0.386 Acres Lot and features 5 bedrooms & 4 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,899,000 and was built in 1919. This address can also be written as 503 E Mendocino, Altadena, CA 91001.
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