Exceptional multifamily investment with ADU/redevelopment opportunity at 999 Cordova Street (aka 153 S. Catalina Avenue) in the City of Pasadena, California. With its rare large lot size of +/-12,171 SF in one of Pasadena’s most sought-after neighborhoods at the intersection of Cordova Street and Catalina Avenue, the property presents an extraordinary opportunity to either redevelop ADU units, or redevelopment the entire property to up to 27 multifamily units with its CD-MU-N Zoning and leveraging the State of California’s AB 2345 density bonus (Buyer verify). With its phenomenal location, the property is just minutes’ walk from the South Lake Avenue commercial district, Old Town Pasadena, the Paseo shopping center, Caltech, Pasadena City College, and the Metro Gold Line. Tenants enjoy walkable access to a vibrant mix of retail, dining, and entertainment options, as well as close proximity to major employers.Therefore, the large +/-12,171 SF lot size may allow 18 units by right (Buyer verify). The investor/developer can benefit from the property’s strong current income with rental upside from its existing 8 units.This meticulously maintained and professionally managed property features eight (8) existing 1 Bed / 1 Bath units with ample carport and street parking and attractive mid-century architectural charm. Some units have wood flooring and some have carpet. New electrical subpanels were installed in all eight units in 2025, and new exterior painting in 2023. The onsite laundry room generates additional income.Contact listing agents for Offering Memorandum. Buyer to verify all information herein. Broker/Agent and Seller does not guarantee its accuracy. Drive-by only, please do not walk on the property or disturb the tenants.
Property Details
Price:
$2,400,000
MLS #:
P1-22624
Status:
Active Under Contract
Baths:
0
Address:
999 Cordova Street
Type:
Residential Income
Subtype:
Apartment
Neighborhood:
648pasadenase
City:
Pasadena
Listed Date:
May 26, 2025
State:
CA
ZIP:
91106
Lot Size:
12,171 sqft / 0.28 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1953
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
None
Cooling
Wall/ Window Unit(s)
Fireplace Features
None
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Heating
Wall Furnace
Exterior
Community Features
Sidewalks
Fencing
None
Garage Spaces
0.00
Lot Features
Front Yard, Sprinklers None, Value In Land, Yard, Landscaped
Parking Features
Carport
Parking Spots
7.00
Pool Features
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Spa Features
None
Stories Total
2
View
None
Water Source
Public
Financial
Association Fee
0.00
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- Address999 Cordova Street Pasadena CA
- Area648 – Pasadena (SE)
- CityPasadena
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code91106
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999 Cordova Street
Pasadena, CA
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