2024 Amherst Dr, South Pasadena, CA 91030
PRICE: $1,725,000 / 4BD 3BA / 1,966 SQFT
On Amherst Drive, the character of South Pasadena comes through in the quieter details of residential life: established streets, distinctive homes, and a neighborhood pattern that makes walking feel like a natural part of the day. The area reflects the city’s longstanding blend of architectural character and close-in community living, where individual houses contribute to the identity of the streets around them.
A home at 2024 Amherst Drive sits within that everyday rhythm. In South Pasadena, the meaning of a residential address is closely connected to its surroundings—the sidewalks and nearby destinations, the changing character of neighboring homes, and the familiar routines that bring people into contact with one another. South Pasadena real estate, viewed through that lens, is as much about the relationship between a home and its neighborhood as it is about the property itself.
That perspective gives Amherst Drive a place in the broader story of South Pasadena: a residential setting where architecture, walkability, and community life overlap. Homes may change with each generation, but the streets they occupy continue to provide a shared framework for daily life.
Offered for the first time in more than 50 years, this Spanish Colonial Revival pool home presents a rare opportunity in South Pasadena’s highly sought-after Marengo School District. Situated on a charming, picturesque street, this bright and airy 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence also features a versatile bonus studio adjacent to the garage—ideal for a home office, creative space, gym, or guest retreat. The exceptional neighborhood location is just a few blocks from Marengo Elementary and South Pasadena Middle School, with Garfield Park, Eddie Park, local shops and restaurants, and the South Pasadena YMCA also nearby. With South Pasadena’s award-winning schools and so much of the community within easy reach, the location offers an ideal combination of neighborhood charm and convenience. Inside, the sun-filled living room offers peaceful, leafy views of the front yard, while the inviting dining room and den open to the backyard, creating a wonderful sense of openness and an easy indoor-outdoor connection for everyday living and entertaining. The bright and spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous workspace, and plenty of potential to make it your own. A ground-level bedroom with an attached 3/4 bath provides added flexibility and would also make an ideal home office or guest room. Upstairs, the bedrooms enjoy beautiful treetop views from multiple windows. The primary bedroom features an adjoining bonus room accessed through French doors, creating a flexible space for a private office, nursery, reading room, or peaceful retreat. Filled with natural light, character, and possibilities, this special home offers the opportunity to update and personalize while enjoying one of South Pasadena’s most desirable neighborhood settings.
Local Market Insight
South Pasadena real estate is defined by limited inventory, strong neighborhood identity, and buyers who value walkability, schools, and architectural character. Homes in this market often attract strong interest when well-positioned. This perspective is curated by Jason Bergman, a South Pasadena–based real estate advisor and founder of South Pasadena Social Club, drawing from on-the-ground market experience and local community insight. For deeper insight into South Pasadena real estate trends, pricing behavior, and neighborhood context, visit our South Pasadena Real Estate page.
Amherst Drive reflects the walkable, tree-lined residential character of South Pasadena, where neighborhood streets connect naturally with the routines of everyday community life.
2024 Amherst Dr, South Pasadena, CA 91030