$1,299,950

Perched atop a hill in a highly coveted Pasadena neighborhood, this charming single-story home seamlessly blends character, comfort, and modern updates. The welcoming interior features a light-filled living room and adjoining dining area, both anchored by gleaming hardwood floors. Nearby, the functional galley-style kitchen comes complete with built-in appliances and leads directly to a convenient, dedicated laundry room. Tucked quietly at the rear of the home, two well-appointed bedrooms and bathrooms offer a serene, private retreat. The spacious family room serves as a central focal point, anchored by a cozy fireplace and framed by large windows that capture lush, verdant views of the surrounding mature trees. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining, the family room opens seamlessly onto a covered patio expansion. Beyond, the terraced backyard features multiple intimate seating areas and a rustic stairway leading up to an elevated deck with panoramic views. Complete with valuable upgrades—including new mini-split heating and air conditioning systems, a newer roof, a tankless water heater, a freshly painted interior, and a two-car detached garage—this home is ideally positioned just minutes from the Rose Bowl, Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, nearby golf courses, and easy freeway access, as well as the vibrant dining and shopping hubs of hip Eagle Rock and Highland Park.