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200 Fern Drive

Pasadena, CA 91105

5 beds
8 baths
6,182 sqft
~2 acre lot
$865 per sqft
1928 build
– on site

Architect Paul R. Williams, AIA. The V. Mott Pierce Residence. Built: 1928. Mills Act registered. Constructed for Dr. Valentine Mott Pierce, President of the World's Dispensary Medical Association, which manufactured his father's 'miracle elixir' found in almost every medicine cabinet-(Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery)-this hillside Mediterranean mansion displays the architectural brilliance of Paul R. Williams without budgetary constraints. Built in one of Pasadena's most exclusive areas at a time when the region was booming, this 5-bedroom 5-bathroom+ home provides total seclusion on 4 parcels totaling approximately 1.7 acres, with water features, accessory structures and meandering pathways. Features include a show-stopping entry foyer with carved pillars, a groin-vault colonnade and imported Italian tile flooring accented by extraordinary hand-wrought ironwork. The living room features coffered ceilings with a hand-painted motif and a massive fireplace surround. Large arched doorways open to a terracotta tiled terrace overlooking the San Gabriel Mountains and the hand-dug swimming pool. An opulent wood-paneled library reflects the grandeur of the time. The elevated dining room is accented by rows of arched pillars and iron work. The kitchen was recently remodeled, and the breakfast alcove is a jewel unto itself. There are two bedroom suites on the upper floor flanking a hotel-like seating area, and a lavish guest suite near the main entrance. A caretaker's suite is behind the kitchen and a full guest apartment with a private entrance is below the 3-car garage. An original billiards room and prohibition era speakeasy bar and bathroom are on the lower level-adjacent to a whimsical post-prohibition tiki bar and dance floor. This home also has a climate controlled wine room and private elevator connecting the garage to the entry level of the home, otherwise accessed by a dramatic loggia stairway leading to the entry courtyard. Fern Drive is a private street, soon to be electronically gated, and there is an HOA and yearly dues.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Peter Martocchio / Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Dec 11, 2024 •

MLS# P1-19368 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1928
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Frame, Stucco, Plaster
Architectural Style:

Mediterranean, Spanish
Roof:

Rolled/Hot Mop, Spanish Tile
Foundation:

Raised, Seismic Tie Down
Structure Type:

House
Exterior Features:

Awning(s), Balcony, Rain Gutters
Stories Total:

4
Basement:

Utility
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered, Tile, Stone, Porch, Concrete
Patio:

1
Common Walls:

No Common Walls
Faces:

West

Interior

Features:

2 Staircases, Stone Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Balcony, High Ceilings, Elevator, Coffered Ceiling(s), Bar, Built-in Features, Beamed Ceilings
Levels:

Three Or More
Entry Location:

Lower level into Foyer
Kitchen Features:

Kitchen Island, Utility sink, Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Eating Area:

Breakfast Nook, In Kitchen, Dining Room
Door Features:

French Doors, Panel Doors
Flooring:

Stone, Wood, Tile
Room Type:

Basement, Primary Suite, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Laundry, Foyer, Game Room, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar, Two Primaries, Living Room, Library, Guest/Maid's Quarters, Formal Entry, Entry
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Decorative, Living Room, Library, Game Room
Laundry:

Inside, See Remarks
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

6182.00

Financial & Terms

Disclosures:

Earthquake Insurance Available, Historical

Location

Directions:

N San Rafael past Annandale Golf Course. Turn right on Los Altos (Private drive) and follow the signage to Fern Drive. Exit is one-way, down only, to Linda Vista Avenue through the second set of gates. Do not turn around and return to N San Rafael
Latitude:

34.14651600
Longitude:

-118.16974700

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Lot Features:

Park Nearby, Treed Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
Lot Size Area:

77673.0000
Lot Size Acres:

1.7831
Lot Size SqFt:

77673.00
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
View:

1
View:

Bridge(s), Trees/Woods, Panoramic, Mountain(s), Landmark, Hills, City Lights
Fencing:

Chain Link, Wire
Fence:

Yes
Sprinklers:

Yes
Security Features:

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Exclusions:

Check with Listing Agents prior to writing any offer.
Road Frontage:

Private Road
Additional Parcels:

Yes
Additional Parcels Description:

Sale includes Lot 7: APN 5708-026-007, Lot 11: APN 5708-026-011, and Lot 12: APN 5708-026-012.
Other Structures:

Outbuilding, Storage
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Tract:

8702
Tax Tract:

460800
Tax Lot:

17

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

5
Main Level Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

8
Bathroom Features:

Shower in Tub, Bathtub, Main Floor Full Bath, Separate tub and shower
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

5
Main Level Baths:

3
Full Baths:

5
Half Baths:

2
Three Quarter Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard, Trust
Parcel Number:

5708026006

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Central, Natural Gas, See Remarks, Forced Air
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air, See Remarks

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Water Purifier, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

The Community

Features:

Gutters
Association Amenities:

Other
Association:

Alta San Rafael Association
Association:

Yes
Association Fee:

$500
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Pool:

In Ground
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

Yes
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

No
Assessments:

None

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Garage - Three Door, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spaces:

6.00
Attached Garage:

No
Garage Spaces:

3.00
Remotes:

2

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$5,350,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$28,647
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$1,471
HOA fees	$500
Utilities	$247 See report
Total	$30,865/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
9/23/24 Sep 23, 2024	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$5,350,000
3/19/10 Mar 19, 2010	Sold	DAMLS

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This house located in Northwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA 91105 is currently for sale for $5,350,000. 200 Fern Drive is a 6,182 square foot house with 5 beds and 8 baths that has been on Estately for 90 days. 200 Fern Drive is in the Northwest Pasadena neighborhood of Pasadena and has a WalkScore® of 12, making it car-dependent.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 23:51 on Dec 21.

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