Historic English Revival Estate in coveted Altadena. This substantial home is characterized by creamy plaster, heavy wood timber, natural wood shingles, and promises to charm visitors at first sight. Located in the unique Farnsworth Park neighborhood the home is surrounded by a collection of diverse architecture, strong sense of place, nature and privacy, locally owned shops and eateries, access to the historic park, and the Echo Mountain trailhead. 3345 Marengo was completed in 1925 by Carl A. Escherich, a contractor, who built the house as his own home which he shared with his wife Elsa, an artist and writer, and their children. Private and gated, this proud English Revival style home is situated at the top of the hill away from the hustle and bustle on a 26,136 square-foot property with views of the beautiful San Gabriel mountains. Entertaining is to be expected, given the home’s welcoming architecture, large Living Room with barrel-vaulted ceiling, spacious Kitchen with lively vintage tile, formal Dining Room, and spaces that open to the gracious outdoor terraces, decks, pool, and gardens. Upstairs the home boasts 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Downstairs there is a bedroom and bath. The primary bedroom and ensuite bath are warmed by a fireplace and an abundance of original wood built-ins. Each bedroom has its own unique feature – two of them with access to the beautiful upstairs balcony that is perfect for sunsets. Rounding out the property is a connected Music Studio/Media Room with separate entrance that is poised and waiting for its next occupants to fill it with music and joy. An oversized garage with workshop is accessed from the driveway. This property is truly a well-cared for legacy that is ready for its next chapter.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Craftsman, English
Year Built: 1925
Stories: 2
Living Area: 3,630 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Office Phone: (626) 993-4993
Listing Agent: Vanessa Withers
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Water Heater
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Brick Walls, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite
Fireplace: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 5
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: Yes
View: Mountain(s)
Exterior: Balcony
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot
Lot Size: 0.60 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan, Attic Fan
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
John Muir High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Marshall Fundamental, Public District Grades 6-12
Charles W. Eliot Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Altadena Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
Norma Coombs Alternative, Public District Grades KG-5
Don Benito Fundamental, Public District Grades KG-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Take Altadena Dr. to Marengo and go North on Marengo
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,750,000
Price Per SqFt: $758/SqFt
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This property is $1.4M more than the Median Sold Price and $33/SqFt less than other homes in Altadena, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #AR24091369
Listing Office:
Office Name: Compass
Office Phone: (626) 993-4993
Listing Agent: Vanessa Withers
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
4
/10
Altadena Elementary School
743 E Calaveras St
Distance between this listing and this school1.13 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
/10
Norma Coombs Alternative
2600 Paloma St
Distance between this listing and this school3.69 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
/10
Don Benito Fundamental
3700 Denair St
Distance between this listing and this school4.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
4
/10
Charles W. Eliot Middle School
2184 Lake Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.26 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
4
/10
John Muir High School
1905 Lincoln Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.13 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
6
/10
Marshall Fundamental
990 N Allen Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.92 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Altadena Elementary School
743 E Calaveras St
Distance between this listing and this school1.13 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
/10
Norma Coombs Alternative
2600 Paloma St
Distance between this listing and this school3.69 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
/10
Don Benito Fundamental
3700 Denair St
Distance between this listing and this school4.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Charles W. Eliot Middle School
2184 Lake Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.26 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Odyssey Charter
725 W Altadena Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.48 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
4
/10
Washington Middle School
1505 N Marengo Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.16 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
4
/10
John Muir High School
1905 Lincoln Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.13 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
6
/10
Marshall Fundamental
990 N Allen Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.92 miles
Public District Grades 6-12
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Aveson Global Leadership Academy
575 W Altadena Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.31 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $109,868. The majority of Altadena, CA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3345 N Marengo Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 3345 N Marengo Ave property is $2,750,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 3345 N Marengo Ave is a house located in Altadena, California, 91001.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 3345 N Marengo Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 3345 N Marengo Ave are: Altadena Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Norma Coombs Alternative: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Don Benito Fundamental: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Charles W. Eliot Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10John Muir High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Marshall Fundamental: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 3345 N Marengo Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 3345 N Marengo Ave is 3,630 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 3345 N Marengo Ave is 1925.
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This home is located at 3345 N Marengo Ave in Altadena, CA and zip code 91001 in the The Verdugos neighborhood. This 3,630 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.60 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 07, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,750,000.
Altadena, CA housing market in April 2024 saw over 16 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 2 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Altadena, CA between March 2024 and April 2024 increased by 6.8%. Listings spent 20 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $1,325,833 during the same period.
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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