490 MacDonald St, Pasadena, CA 91103
What This House Offers
Welcome to this classic California Craftsman home, rich with period charm and thoughtfully updated for comfortable living. The home features 3 bedrooms and 1.75... bathrooms, along with a formal dining room and a den, offering flexible space for everyday living and entertaining.
The inviting living room showcases original built-ins and flows seamlessly into a spacious dining room accented with wainscoting, creating a warm and welcoming setting for gatherings. One bedroom is located on the main level, with two additional bedrooms or bonus rooms upstairs, ideal for guests, a home office, or creative space. Recent updates include an updated kitchen with granite countertops and dishwasher, newer carpet in all bedrooms, and fresh interior paint.
Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard complete with a dog run, mature grapefruit and orange trees, and space to relax or garden. The charming front yard features lush landscaping and garden boxes, adding to the home’s curb appeal. A detached one-car garage and a long driveway provide ample parking.
The location is hard to beat—just minutes from the Rose Bowl and Brookside Golf Course, with easy access to the 210 and 134 freeways and the Gold Line. You’re also close to popular local favorites like HomeState Restaurant, Super King Market, and Highlight Coffee, as well as JPL, Old Town Pasadena, Caltech, and Pasadena City College.
Utilities Included: Gardener, Water and Trash.
A wonderful opportunity to own a character-filled home in one of Pasadena’s most convenient and vibrant neighborhoods.
Unit
- $4,400
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1400 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fans
- Den
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Office
- Refrigerator
- Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
Community Features
- Dog Park
- Garages
- Utilities Included
490 MacDonald St is located in Pasadena, California in the 91103 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Dogs Allowed
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Parking
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Get In Touch
Pasadena, CA 91103
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Somewhat Walkable60 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit42 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable73 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Jackson Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Cleveland Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Harambee Preparatory School
Grades PK-6
Private
Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Grades 6-8
Public
Chandler School
Grades K-8
Private
Pasadena Christian School
Grades PK-8
Private
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
John Muir High
Grades 9-12
Public
Five Acres
Grades 3-10
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Art Center College of Design
Drive: 8 min (2.4 mi)
Fuller Theological Seminary
Drive: 6 min (3.4 mi)
Art Center College of Design
Drive: 7 min (3.7 mi)
Pasadena City College
Drive: 7 min (4.2 mi)
Discover Northwest Pasadena, Pasadena, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 490 MacDonald St proximity to Washington-East Shopping Center, Altadena Lincoln Crossing South, and Altadena Lincoln Crossing North. Washington-East Shopping Center is 0.9 miles away, and Altadena Lincoln Crossing South is within an 18 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 42, 490 MacDonald St has some transit, including 10 transit stops within 15.2 miles. Transit options include Memorial Park Station and Del Mar Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 490 MacDonald St are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.9 miles, including Kidspace Children's Museum, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and Descanso Gardens.
Airports
Living in Northwest Pasadena provides easy access to Bob Hope, located just 25 minutes from 490 MacDonald St. Another nearby airport is Los Angeles International, located 29.4 miles away.




