Welcome to Casa Serena, this beautifully updated condo is adjacent to Madison Heights in the heart of Pasadena. This stylish first-floor home combines modern updates with timeless elegance, offering both comfort & convenience. Upon entry, you're greeted by hardwood flooring that flows throughout the main living areas. To the left, a chic wet bar area features quartz countertops, a bar sink & a custom tiled backsplash that extends to the ceiling, framed by crown molding--a perfect space for entertaining. The living room boasts recessed lighting, crown molding & a large glass slider that opens to an oversized balcony, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. Adjacent to the living room, the dining area transitions effortlessly into the updated kitchen, which is equipped with quartz countertops & a custom tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, dishwasher, in-wall oven & microwave. A 4-burner Frigidaire electric cooktop with an oven hood, tile flooring & a pantry closet for ample storage. To the right of the entry, you'll find a hallway lined with linen cabinets & a walk-in closet, providing generous storage solutions. Across the hall is the first of two bedrooms, featuring built-in shelving & cabinets along one wall, a ceiling fan, crown molding & wood-louvered shutters over the windows. The adjacent 3/4 bathroom showcases a glass shower enclosure with custom tiled walls, hexagon tile flooring, a single-sink vanity with a custom tiled countertop & crown molding. The primary suite is a serene retreat with wood-like laminate flooring, crown molding, recessed lighting, wood-louvered shutters & a ceiling fan. The attached ensuite bathroom includes an oversized quartz countertop with a single sink, a walk-in shower with subway tile surround & a glass enclosure. Finishing the space is a spacious walk-in closet. Situated in a secure building with easy access to Pasadena's best, Casa Serena is just moments from the South Lake District, Old Town Pasadena, Cal Tech & minutes from Los Angeles' many attractions. Experience the perfect blend of sophistication & convenience in this turnkey property!
Property Features
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Features: Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Walk-in shower, Tile Counters, Shower
Interior Features
- Crown Molding
- Quartz Counters
- Pantry
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Balcony
- Wet Bar
- Recessed Lighting
- Living Room Balcony
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood, Tile
- Window Features: Shutters
Appliances
- Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Range Hood, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Appliances YN: Yes
- Laundry Features: Community, Inside
Other Rooms
- Living Room, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom, Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry, Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Breakfast Room Description: Area, Dining Room
- Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open to Family Room, Walk-In Pantry, Quartz Counters
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground, Association
- Pool Private: Yes
- Spa Features: Spa: Yes, Spa Features: Association, In Ground, Heated
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fencing: Fence YN: Yes, Fencing: Block, Wrought Iron
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio YN: Yes, Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Concrete
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Surface Type: Paved
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 1.1497
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 50079
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Detached
- Parking Features: Parking YN: Yes, Parking Features: Assigned, Subterranean
- Parking Total: 2
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Earthquake Insurance, Water, Trash, Spa/Hot Tub, Pool, Maintenance Grounds
- Association Fee: 405
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 405
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Los Angeles
- Directions: 420 S Madison 116, Pasadena, CA 91101
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 648 - Pasadena (SE)
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: 648 - Pasadena (SE)
- Parcel Number: 5734018032
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1279
- Year Built: 1970
- Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit
- Entry Location: first floor
- Living Area Source: Taped
- Property Age: 54
- Property Attached: Yes
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Turnkey
- Levels or Stories: One
- Building Total Stories: 1
- Structure Type: House
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities