“This home reminds us why preservation matters. Why thoughtful restoration matters. Why some houses deserve stewardship rather than reinvention.”
- Claire O'Connor
954
Hillside Ter
Pasadena
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
6
Total Area
5,559 Sq. FT
Lot Size
20,037 Sq. FT
Price
$6,295,000
Hillside Terrace: Extraordinary bones, dreamy design.
Designed by Ainsworth, Angel & McClellan with landscape architecture by Kenneth S. Nakaba, this Pasadena home sits quietly within San Rafael, one of those neighborhoods that seems to get greener, calmer, and more beautiful with every passing year. Influenced by both California modernism and Japanese architecture, it was designed around ideas that never really go out of style: natural materials, thoughtful restraint, and a deep respect for the landscape.
Listed by Bryony Atkinson, Weston Littlefield, Christie’s International Real Estate SoCal
Inside
The living room is exactly what you hope for in a great Los Angeles Spanish. Soaring beamed ceilings. A beautifully carved stone fireplace. Arched openings. Warmth you can feel. The rest of the house follows suit. French doors bring in light from every direction. Arches connect the spaces. The updated kitchen is contemporary while still belonging to the architecture around it. The home is grand, but not overly formal. There’s a sitting room for reading, a butler’s pantry tucked away, a skylit landing upstairs that feels like a family gathering space. The primary suite deserves special mention. Fireplace. Balcony. Spa-like bath. More closets than most people know what to do with.
Outside
The backyard feels wonderfully established and full of life. The mature landscaping softens everything. Seating areas appear throughout the grounds. A stucco pergola creates the perfect excuse for long outdoor dinners. And the pool sits beautifully at the center of it all. We could easily imagine spending an entire weekend here without ever leaving the property. Which, for us, is usually the sign of a successful house.
The O' Factor
We love a home with confidence. And strong fundamentals. Good proportions. Beautiful materials. Rooms designed for gathering. Gardens designed for lingering. What we love even more is that it feels remarkably balanced. Historic but not precious. Elegant but not intimidating. Updated but not overworked. It makes entertaining look easy. And staying home even easier.
The Homes we Represent,
Represent Us.
Every home has a soul. Every human has a place they were meant to be. Our instinct is knowing when the two finally meet. We honor architecture, preserve great design and celebrate the match. Welcome to O’Connor Estates. We’ve been waiting for you.
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SOLD
Closed $200K over asking
SOLD
Closed for $1,589/sq ft
SOLD
Closed $250k over asking