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121 S Chester Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106

$2,352,000

Last sold 08/23/2024 after 108 Days

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About 121 S Chester Ave

Property type Multi-family
Neighborhood
Year built 1960
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 9,505 Sqft
Parking 17 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
Situated in the heart of Pasadena, CA, this 12-unit apartment building presents a value-add opportunity, for a patient investor, in one of the most sought-after locations in the city. Boasting a Walk Score of 93, you are near by Cal Tech, Pasadena City College and The Shops on Lake. Built in 1960, this two-story walk-up building is being marketed for the first time in over 40 years. Comprising a mix of 4 one-bedroom/one-bathroom units and 8 two-bedroom/one-and-three-quarter-bathroom units, this property caters to a diverse range of tenants. Each unit features a balcony or patio (except for unit #1, which is the largest 1-bedroom unit), gas forced air heating, and wall air conditioning units. The kitchens are equipped with gas stoves and ovens, tiled countertops and tiled or linoleum floors, while the bathrooms have tiled or linoleum floors and vanities. Living rooms and bedrooms are carpeted. Although interiors have not been upgraded, there is immense potential for renovation and value enhancement. The property is individually metered for gas and electric, with the owner paying for hot water, gardening, trash, and common area electricity. Two 75-gallon hot water heaters serve the building, ensuring ample hot water supply for residents. Parking is provided with 17 tuck-under spaces located below the building; seismic retrofit will need to be done. Additionally, there is space available for a laundry room, offering an opportunity for added convenience and income generation.
Listed by
Listing Agent - KEVIN LUTZ
Listing Agent Contact: 626-429-0685
Listing Office - Keller Williams Realty/Pasadena
Source: CRMLS mls logo
MLS#WS24091810 • last updated 2 years ago
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Overview
Type Residential Income
SubType Apartment
Status Closed
Lot Size (Acres) 0.2182
Lot Size (SqFt) 9505
Property Tax 34339
Year Built 1960
Interior
Laundry None
Flooring Carpet
Appliances Gas Oven
Exterior
Building Area Square Feet, 11098
Parking Subterranean
# Parking Spaces 17
# Garage Spaces 17
Lot Description Level With Street
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Water Source Public
Pool None
Location
County Los Angeles
Community Features Gutters
Zoning PSR4
Directions S Chester Ave & E Green St
APN 5735009049
Multifamily Details
Vacancy Allowance Rate 3
Expense: Trash 14973
Operating Expense 102578
Cap Rate 431
Expense: Insurance 11349
Total Expenses 102578
Expense: Maintenance 19471
Expense: Water/ Sewer 4913
Gross Operating Income 236082
Expense: Electric 2456
Gross Multiplier 12.74
Gross Scheduled Income 243384
Expense: Fuel 4717
Expense: Gardener 2400
Rental est.: $1,944/month
Gross rent multiplier: 100.8
  • Aug 2024
    mls logo MLS # WS24091810
  • Aug 23, 2024 Sold
    $2,450,000 (+4.2%)
  • Jul 25, 2024 Pending
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  • May 30, 2024 Listed
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  • May 24, 2024 Pending
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  • May 7, 2024 Listed
    $3,100,000
  • Aug 2024
    Public Records
  • Aug 23, 2024 Sold
    $2,352,000 (-24.1%)
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $7,468 +0.8%
    $428,799 +1.98%
  • 2023
    $7,410 +2.8%
    $420,473 +1.98%
  • 2022
    $7,206 +4.4%
    $412,310 +1.98%
  • 2021
    $6,905 +2.9%
    $404,307 +1.02%
  • 2020
    $6,709
    $400,205
  • 121 S Chester Ave
    $2.35M
  • South Lake
    $696K -19% y/y
  • 91106
    $829K -12% y/y
  • Pasadena
    $1.18M -7% y/y
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