Welcome to 3901 Elma Road! Located in a highly desirable East Pasadena neighborhood, this listing offers a rare opportunity to own a spacious home with incredible development potential. Sitting on a 6,835 sq. ft. lot, this 1,619 sq. ft. home, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a den, a finished attic, and a 3-car garage, was extensively remodeled and expanded in 2010. Upgrades at the time include a new roof structure, exterior stucco, drywall and insulation along with new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. With a flexible layout and ample space, it’s ready for a new owner’s vision, whether to move in as-is or modernize over time. The surrounding neighborhood is known for mountain views, newly paved streets and offers a peaceful yet convenient setting near shopping, dining and parks. For those looking to maximize the lot’s potential, this property is a candidate for SB9 and/or ADU development, which allows owners to have up to four units on a single-family lot. Options include building a second unit on the lot, for which the current owner had previously attained ready-to-issue plans, or converting the existing interior space or 3-car garage into an ADU. Whether you're looking for a home with room to grow or an investment opportunity with strong upside, this
MLS #
CRWS25043244
MLS Source
California Regional MLS
Bedrooms
Ground Floor Bedroom
Fireplace
None
Laundry
Hookup - Gas Dryer
Cooling
Central Forced Air
Pool
None
Garage/Parking
Garage: 3 Car(s)
Elementary District
Pasadena Unified
High School District
Pasadena Unified
HOA Fee
$0
Zoning
LCR1YY
3901 Elma Rd is a Single Family Residence in Pasadena, CA 91107. This 1,617 square foot property sits on a 6,835 Sq Ft Lot and features 3 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,255,000 and was built in 1950.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of May 09, 2025. For the most current information, please contact ROBERT HUANG