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listing_id: CRP1-27671
status: Active
price: 899000
beds: 2
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1160
sqft_lot: 12864
lot_acres: 0.295
year_built: 1953
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "540 Prospect Ave"
city: South Pasadena
state: CA
zip: 91030
county: "Los Angeles County"
lat: 34.1193627
lng: -118.1582049
days_on_market: 5
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "David Knight"
list_office: "Keller Williams Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(626) 657-0359"
list_agent_license: 01829234
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-06-21
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Los Angeles County | South Pasadena | 91030 | 540 Prospect Ave

540 Prospect Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030

MLS: CRP1-27671 | Status: Active | Price: $899,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
2 2 1,160 0.295 1953

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Thursday, June 25 10:00 am - 2:00 pm David Knight
Saturday, June 27 10:00 am - 12:00 pm David Knight

Remarks

Located in highly sought after South Pasadena, this inviting home sits on an oversized lot and offers exceptional potential. Thoughtful mid-century modern influences can be found throughout, from built-in furnishings and shelving to the distinctive fireplace and vintage tilework, creating a home rich in character and charm. The bright and airy living room serves as the heart of the home, featuring a large sliding glass door that fills the space with natural light and provides access to the rear patio. This connection between indoor and outdoor spaces creates an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary bedroom offers generous closet space and convenient en-suite bathroom access, while an additional well-sized bedroom is serviced by a hall bathroom. Outside, the expansive lot presents endless opportunities for recreation, gardening, or creating your dream outdoor retreat. Conveniently situated just moments from Mission Street's popular shops, restaurants, and cafes, and within close proximity to South Pasadena's award-winning schools, this property presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the charm, convenience, and lifestyle that make South Pasadena so desirable.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRP1-27671
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 5

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Jack and Jill
Kitchen None
Dining Room Formal Dining Room
Fireplace Living Room
Laundry None
Cooling None
Heating Wall Furnace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage, Other, Garage: 2 Car(s)

Contact Information

David Knight
Keller Williams Realty
License #: 01829234
Phone: (626) 657-0359

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Arroyo Vista Elementary School public K-5 0.66 mi 9
South Pasadena Senior High School public 9-12 0.70 mi 10
San Pascual Elementary Science Technology Engineering Arts And Mathematics (STEAM) Magnet public K-5 0.80 mi 8
Blair High School public 6-12 0.83 mi 4
South Pasadena Middle School public 6-8 0.93 mi 10
Marengo Elementary School public K-5 0.97 mi 10
Monterey Hills Elementary School public K-5 1.15 mi 10
Garvanza Elementary School public K-5 1.40 mi 5
Luther Burbank Middle School public 6-8 1.43 mi 7
San Rafael Elementary School public K-5 1.46 mi 4
Sierra Vista Elementary School public K-6 1.63 mi 9
Annandale Elementary School public K-5 1.75 mi 2
Park Elementary School public K-8 1.88 mi 8
Garfield Elementary School public K-8 1.91 mi 8
McKinley School public K-8 1.92 mi 2
Twilight Adult public UG 1.96 mi N/A
Yorkdale Elementary School public K-5 2.06 mi 3
Bushnell Way Elementary School public K-5 2.14 mi 7
Emery Park Elementary School public K-8 2.17 mi 6
Cesar Chavez Elementary School public K-6 2.20 mi 5

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Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of June 21, 2026. For the most current information, please contact David Knight, (626) 657-0359.