This bear is walking up the driveway to my Pasadena listing. Fortunately for us all, the house sold 3 months ago.

 

A neighbor snapped this recent shot of this guy (or gal, sorry) going up the driveway at 1585 Knollwood Terrace, in Pasadena.  Could it be Glen Bearian, the Glendale bear?? I had hoped the house would sell to a celebrity! (Actually, it sold to a very nice human for cash.)  And this bear certainly has wonderful taste in homes (pic of house is above) and locations (Linda Vista area).  But, I have to wonder: is this bear a lookie-loo or serious buyer?

Open Sunday: turnkey home in a private Linda Vista location

Ever wanted to live in a verdant setting but not be too far from civilization? 1585 Knollwood Terrace in Pasadena will fit the bill.  This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath beauty is in a hillside cul-de-sac with open space right behind it and features a pool, a view, big kitchen, 2 fireplaces, gorgeous hardwood floors, big French doors -- and it's 10 minutes from downtown Pasadena.  You can walk to the Rose Bowl or Art Center.  So close and yet so far...and nobody but the local wildlife will know that you're home.  The property is listed for $1,049,000 and I'll be holding it open on Sunday from 2 to 5. Famous dj Steve will be there spinning his tunes, too.  If this sounds like your next home, come enjoy the beautiful spring day and the view this weekend.

1585 Knollwood Terrace in Pasadena is back on the market, but probably not for long

Alas, the buyers of this gorgeous Linda Vista home had a change of heart, and backed out.  Apparently, Mrs. felt that it was too isolated.  They didn't even get to enjoy the deer that visit the backyard (that's Mrs. Deer, above). Their loss will be somebody else's gain -- we have several second showings tomorrow.

I'm excited about my new Pasadena listing at 1585 Knollwood Terrace!

On March 1, my new Pasadena listing will launch in the multiple listing service and be available for showing.  Isn't it pretty? You can see more pics on my website at JudyGraff.com and even more pics can be found on all the public sites once it lists.

The home is located in the Linda Vista area of Pasadena, on the hill to the west of the Rose Bowl.  The area features much old-growth greenery, stately homes, tranquility, wildlife (see pictures of deer on the mls listing) and yet quick access to freeways, downtown LA and Pasadena, and La Canada.  I would rather live in the Linda Vista area than at the beach.  Really.

The house itself is a mid-century ranch (built in 1955) with pool (as you can see).  It's 2235 square feet and is located on a 24,000 sf lot (most of which is hillside).  It is up a long driveway which makes it extra private.  Huge windows fill the home with light and also enable you to enjoy a view from just about every room.  The house has four bedrooms, one of which is being used as an office and has its own fireplace (there's another fireplace in the living room).  All three baths have been remodeled. The pool and spa are solar-heated.  The kitchen has lots of upgrades and cabinets, the hardwood floors gleam and...I guess I'm gushing, but it's a fabulous property in a fabulous location.  List price is $1,049,000 and the first open house will be from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sunday.  Come see!