1205 Wabash St, Pasadena, CA 91103

The ultimate Linda Vista dream! This single-level updated Midcentury ranch on a quiet cul-de-sac offers privacy, upgrades, and prime Southern California lifestyle. Located on a large corner lot, this 3 bedroom, 4 bath home with gardens, pool, spa and bonus studio space is exceptional. The front yard boasts olive, sycamore, birch and avocado trees, and a rainbow of drought tolerant pollinator-friendly plants bordering the circular driveway. Inside, the formal entry draws visitors into a harmonious space with oak hardwood floors, handsome crown and base moulding indicating quality and pride of ownership. The living room features vaulted, beamed ceilings and a large decorative fireplace flanked by south-facing windows. The dining room, lined with a wall of north-facing windowed doors, is drenched in natural light. The dining room's access to the backyard entertaining patio is right on theme: 1205 Wabash is defined by elegant year round indoor-outdoor living. The large chef's kitchen and family room serve as the home's central hub, and also offer access to the backyard. The kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, paneled appliances, granite countertops and a sizable island with breakfast bar seating for four. A cozy second fireplace in the den makes for a perfect setting to enjoy movie nights, guests optional! The updated powder bath is close by and easy. Bedrooms and bath throughout the home are upgraded, with wood and stone tile floors and dual-pane windows, each enjoying pretty garden views. This home offers two primary suites, both with generous closet space and direct outdoor access. The primary suite on the eastern side of the home also features the home's third fireplace, vaulted ceilings and skylights. Its spa-worthy bath with dual sink vanity includes a jetted soaking tub, radiant heat flooring AND a steam shower. Outside, the fantasy continues with a saltwater pool, cascading spa, enviable outdoor kitchen with a built-in grill, and a covered entertainment patio. A separate conditioned studio space is tucked away under trees, a quiet room of one's own if respite or focus is required. The backyard enjoys an ideal mix of sun and shade, with prolific fruit trees and a custom iron raised-bed garden enveloped in a Bay laurel hedge adjacent to the fully finished 3-car garage. In arguably the best location in Pasadena, this home enjoys convenient access to Old Town, Rose Bowl and Aquatic center recreation plus the trails of the Arroyo Seco.