




902 S Marengo Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
About This Home
Prime 6-Unit Multifamily in Pasadena's Coveted Madison Heights – Walk Score 86, Steps from ArtCenter College of Design campus, Huntington Hospital, Whole Foods, Old Pasadena, and Metro Gold Line. 5% CAP Rate in an A-Class Location – Fantastic Demographics, Nearby many new Townhomes/Condominiums, 4 car garage prime for 2 ADUs, Many CAPEX Completed. 902 S Marengo Ave, a rare 6-unit multifamily gem in Pasadena's elite Madison Heights neighborhood. This property represents a rare "Value-Add" play in a Class-A location, offering a high 5% CAP rate with significant potential for further appreciation through ADU development and long-term improvements. This garden-style asset sits in an A-location, steps from ArtCenter College of Design, Whole Foods, Shake Shack, and a short walk to Old Pasadena's vibrant scene, the Pasadena Playhouse, and Metro Gold Line. With a Walk Score of 86, Fantastic Demographics of $163k in a-mile radius, and proven appeal to high-caliber tenants (including international ArtCenter students and Caltech professionals), it delivers effortless leasing and superior retention – most units rent to young pros seeking walkable luxury. Built in 1928 (fourplex) and 1956 (duplex) per online permits from city’s website, the 3,192 SF property on a 7,749 SF lot boasts timeless charm: high ceilings, abundant windows, original hardwoods in the front building, plus modern touches like mini-split HVAC, upgraded electrical, and recent exterior paint. Unit mix includes 4 x 1BD/1BA and 2 x large studios. Two units fully renovated with in-unit laundry; others feature targeted upgrades and share seller-owned machines. Overparked with 4 garages (ADU-ready), 2 carports, and open spaces; individually metered utilities streamline ops. The front building has a colonial architecture charm and consists of 4 units (2 x 1bed+1bath and 2 x Studio units). All 4 units have high ceiling, original hardwood floor, plenty of windows, mini-split HVAC, ceiling fans, tiled kitchen and bathroom. 1 unit has been fully upgraded with modern upgrades like newer flooring, new bathroom, new kitchen, and in-unit laundry. The back building was built in 1956 and consists of 2 x 1bed units. The bottom unit has been fully upgraded with new flooring, new kitchen, and in-unit laundry. It has large private backyard. The upstairs unit has a large private deck.
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1956
Materials
- Foundation: Raised,Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Mid-Century Modern
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Freezer,Disposal,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Water Heater,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: Common Area,Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Partially Furnished,Quartz Counters,Recessed Lighting,Storage,Unfurnished
- Flooring: Vinyl,Wood
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,192
- Total interior livable area: 3,192 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 5720022006
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights
Lot
- Lot size: 7,749 sqft
- Features: Lawn,Landscaped,Near Park,Near Public Transit,Rectangular Lot,Sprinklers Timer,Street Level,Value In Land
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached Carport,Assigned,Carport,Garage,Private,Uncovered
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 6
- Uncovered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
