540 Prospect Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030

Single-Family · For sale · $899,000 · MLS# P1-27671

Single-Family for sale in Southern California — $899,000. 2 beds · 2 baths · 1,160 sqft. 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…

540 Prospect Avenue
For sale

$899,000

540 Prospect Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030

2beds
2baths
1,160sqft
Single-FamilyProperty type
1953Year built
0.3 acresLot size
1,160 sqftLiving area
$775/sqftPrice / sqft
HOA
2 spacesGarage

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

  • Heating: Wall Furnace

Cooling

  • Cooling: None

Appliances

  • Laundry: None

Interior area

  • Living area: 1,160 sqft

Property

Parking

  • Total parking spaces: 2
  • Garage spaces: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.3 acres

Features

  • Pool features: None
  • View: None

Construction

Type & style

  • Home type: Single-Family
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Condition

  • Year built: 1953

Community & HOA

Community

  • Has HOA: No

Financial & listing details

  • Days on market: 30 days
  • Price / sqft: $775
  • Status: Active
  • MLS#: P1-27671

Location

  • City: South Pasadena
  • ZIP: 91030

About this home

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.

Listing updated: June 26, 2026 at 1:20 PM

Listed by: David Knight, Keller Williams Realty

Source: CRMLS, MLS#: P1-27671, Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Location

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South Pasadena

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

  • Heating: Wall Furnace

Cooling

  • Cooling: None

Appliances

  • Laundry: None

Interior area

  • Living area: 1,160 sqft

Property

Parking

  • Total parking spaces: 2
  • Garage spaces: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.3 acres

Features

  • Pool features: None
  • View: None

Construction

Type & style

  • Home type: Single-Family
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Condition

  • Year built: 1953

Community & HOA

Community

  • Has HOA: No

Financial & listing details

  • Days on market: 30 days
  • Price / sqft: $775
  • Status: Active
  • MLS#: P1-27671

Location

  • City: South Pasadena
  • ZIP: 91030

Price history

DateEventPrice
6/18/2026Source: CRMLS, #P1-27671Listed for sale$899,000$775/sqft
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