Majestically poised in Pasadena’s sought-after Arroyo neighborhood, the Charles E. Davis House is a distinguished Colonial Revival estate designed by renowned architect Roland E. Coate and carrying the storied provenance of a past family connection to famed chef Julia Child through her father, John McWilliams, the home’s second owner. Thoughtfully remodeled in 2018 for today’s lifestyle and elevated in 2020 by a stunning guest house, this property sits on three-quarters acre of manicured grounds and marries timeless architectural pedigree with an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The stately facade reveals Coate’s hallmark of grand proportions and livable elegance. A formal entry beckons guests into a gracious living room, a handsome library, an inviting dining room, balanced by a comfortable family room with movie projector and screen, and an adjoining sunroom, where boundaries between house and the lush gardens dissolve. At the heart of daily life is a charming chef’s kitchen, breakfast area and back kitchen, while two main-level guest suites, powder rooms and laundry room add welcomed practicality. Gracing the second level, the sumptuous primary suite and four additional BRs capture serene treetop views, served by three beautifully-remodeled bathrooms, laundry room and two staircases, creating restful and private quarters. Outside, the resort-like grounds evoke magic, with numerous entertaining terraces, fire pit, salt-water pool, play area, vegetable garden, chicken coop, music speakers and sweeping lawns that turn gatherings into occasions. The exceptional accessory structure with 18′ glass bifold doors, beamed ceilings, two bathrooms and a bonus room, seamlessly flexes as an entertainment pavilion, creative studio or a stylish place for guests. Gated and private, and with close proximity to Arroyo hiking trails, Old Town shops, restaurants and an easy connection to DTLA and the Westside, this estate truly is a quintessential Pasadena legacy, authentic in character, meticulous in execution and abundantly livable for today’s discerning buyer.
Property Details
Price:
$7,600,000
MLS #:
P1-26053
Status:
Active
Beds:
8
Baths:
9
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
647pasadenasw
Listed Date:
Mar 3, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
7,001
Lot Size:
32,878 sqft / 0.75 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1936
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, GO, GR, _6BS, DO, TW, WHC
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 3 Three Quarter Bathrooms, 3 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
DL, ZN
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
FA, ZN
Laundry Features
GE, IR, IN, STK, ICL, UL, DINC, WINC
Exterior
Architectural Style
COL, CB
Community Features
SDW, SL, SUB, CRB
Construction Materials
STC, DWAL
Exterior Features
LIT, RG, SPU
Other Structures
AV, GH, SEGAT
Parking Spots
6
Roof
CMP, ROL
Security Features
SS, SD, COD
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1230 Hillside RD Pasadena CA
- CityPasadena
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code91105
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Pasadena as of Mar 13, 2026
336
Single Family Listed
59
Avg DOM
428
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,437,291
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1230 Hillside RD Pasadena CA is a Single Family for sale in Pasadena, CA, 91105. It is listed for $7,600,000 and features 8 beds, 9 baths, and has approximately 7,001 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1936. The current price per square foot is $1,086. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Pasadena is $428. The average listing price for Single Family in Pasadena is $1,437,291.
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