❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🏡 Pasadena Real Estate: 20 Properties Sold in Pasadena Last Week

🔨 Local Business Spotlight -
RJ Builders: Modern Construction with a Traditional Touch 🌱

🌟 Please Support Our Local Business Owners

😃 Viral Meme

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Get ready for a wet and mild day in Pasadena, with rain expected from morning till night.

Temperatures will hover around 50°F to 54°F, and winds will be light to moderate, ranging from 3 to 10 mph.

Dress appropriately with waterproof outerwear, warm layers, and waterproof footwear to stay cozy and dry throughout the day.

Enjoy the calming and peaceful atmosphere that rain brings, and make the most of your rainy day!

Stay warm, stay dry, and have a fantastic day! 💖

Best,

Pasadena Spotlight

Properties Sold in Pasadena, CA from 01/29/24 - 02/02/24 (Data source: Redfin)

There were 20 properties sold in Pasadena, CA during the past week. Please note that we exclude land sales. Here are a few statistics based on the sales from this past week:

Average price for all properties sold is $1,433,725.

Average size in sq ft for houses sold is 1,725.

Average price per sq ft for houses that sold is $809.

Average price per sq ft under $1,000,000 is $720.

Average price per sq ft above $1,000,000 is $882.

The properties are listed from Highest SOLD PRICE to Lowest:

1. Address: 888 Hillcrest Pl, Pasadena, CA 91106

Sold Price: $6,055,000

Beds: 5 Baths: 7

Size: 6,223 sq ft Price per sq ft: $973

Sold Date: FEB 1, 2024

2. Address: 390 N San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

Sold Price: $3,600,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 3

Size: 2,565 sq ft Price per sq ft: $1,404

Sold Date: JAN 31, 2024

3. Address: 3938 Sycamore Ave, Pasadena, CA 91107

Sold Price: $1,800,000

Beds: 5 Baths: 3

Size: 2,729 sq ft Price per sq ft: $660

Sold Date: JAN 31, 2024

4. Address: 1640 Carriage House Rd, Pasadena, CA 91107

Sold Price: $1,685,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 2,555 sq ft Price per sq ft: $659

Sold Date: FEB 2, 2024

5. Address: 732 S Euclid Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106

Sold Price: $1,557,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 1,565 sq ft Price per sq ft: $995

Sold Date: FEB 2, 2024

6. Address: 1460 Riviera Dr, Pasadena, CA 91107

Sold Price: $1,435,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 1,784 sq ft Price per sq ft: $804

Sold Date: FEB 1, 2024

7. Address: 2433 Garfias Dr, Pasadena, CA 91104

Sold Price: $1,207,500

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 1,486 sq ft Price per sq ft: $813

Sold Date: FEB 1, 2024

8. Address: 725 E Claremont St, Pasadena, CA 91104

Sold Price: $1,170,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 1

Size: 1,154 sq ft Price per sq ft: $1,014

Sold Date: JAN 31, 2024

9. Address: 725 Rio Grande, Pasadena, CA 91104

Sold Price: $1,150,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 1,017 sq ft Price per sq ft: $1,131

Sold Date: FEB 1, 2024

10. Address: 410 S Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

Sold Price: $1,125,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 1,973 sq ft Price per sq ft: $570

Sold Date: FEB 2, 2024

11. Address: 840 E Green St #215, Pasadena, CA 91101

Sold Price: $1,095,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Size: 1,613 sq ft Price per sq ft: $679

Sold Date: JAN 30, 2024

12. Address: 2251 White St, Pasadena, CA 91107

Sold Price: $999,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Size: 1,232 sq ft Price per sq ft: $811

Sold Date: JAN 31, 2024

13. Address: 303 Vista Ave #2, Pasadena, CA 91107

Sold Price: $970,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2.5

Size: 1,808 sq ft Price per sq ft: $537

Sold Date: FEB 2, 2024

14. Address: 790 E California Blvd #1, Pasadena, CA 91106

Sold Price: $855,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 3

Size: 1,227 sq ft Price per sq ft: $697

Sold Date: JAN 29, 2024

15. Address: 1935 N Summit Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103

Sold Price: $850,000

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Size: 960 sq ft Price per sq ft: $885

Sold Date: JAN 30, 2024

16. Address: 160 S Hudson Ave #206, Pasadena, CA 91101

Sold Price: $730,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Size: 980 sq ft Price per sq ft: $745

Sold Date: JAN 31, 2024

17. Address: 1127 E Del Mar Blvd #219, Pasadena, CA 91106

Sold Price: $700,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Size: 1,363 sq ft Price per sq ft: $514

Sold Date: JAN 30, 2024

18. Address: 64 N Mar Vista Ave #118, Pasadena, CA 91106

Sold Price: $610,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Size: 890 sq ft Price per sq ft: $685

Sold Date: FEB 2, 2024

19. Address: 408 N Catalina Ave #1, Pasadena, CA 91106

Sold Price: $601,000

Beds: 2 Baths: 1.5

Size: 863 sq ft Price per sq ft: $696

Sold Date: JAN 30, 2024

20. Address: 175 S Lake Ave #412, Pasadena, CA 91101

Sold Price: $480,000

Beds: — Baths: 1

Size: 527 sq ft Price per sq ft: $911

Sold Date: JAN 30, 2024

🔨 RJ Builders: Modern Construction
with a Traditional Touch 🌱

In the heart of Pasadena, CA, RJ Builders has been making a significant impact on the commercial and residential construction landscape since 2017.

Founded by the dynamic duo John and Roxanne Basso, this family-owned business has been delivering superior construction services with a personal touch, setting it apart in the industry.

Specializing in new builds, renovations, and interior fit-outs, RJ Builders offers a comprehensive range of services, including project management, general contracting, and design-build services.

Their expertise lies in their ability to combine modern construction techniques with traditional craftsmanship, ensuring reliability and sustainability in every project they undertake in Southern California and Houston, TX.

What truly distinguishes RJ Builders is their commitment to exceptional client service and community engagement. With a hands-on approach, they ensure a level of care and attention to detail that is rare in the industry.

Their dedication to meeting project deadlines and budgets, while maintaining strong family values, has earned them a reputation as a reliable and innovative construction partner.

RJ Builders is also deeply committed to the local community. While their community involvement has primarily been centered around the Foothill Unity Center and Saint Andrew Catholic Church, they plan to expand their engagement in 2024.

This includes participating in sponsorships, fundraisers, and volunteer activities, further solidifying their connection with the community that supports them.

As RJ Builders looks to the future, they have several exciting developments and initiatives planned.

These include hosting and participating in community events, expanding their services to include more sustainable and eco-friendly construction solutions, launching new projects in Southern California and Houston, TX, and forming strategic partnerships to offer more comprehensive construction services.

To learn more about RJ Builders, visit their website at rjbuildersinc.net.

Upcoming Local Events

Monday February, 5

Take & Make: Basquiat: The Art and the Artist Signups Begin - All day event

Mindful Mondays at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

American Mah Jongg Club - 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Gene Luen Yang and Leuyen Pham discuss Lunar New Year Love Story - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday February, 6

ShopTalk Business Breakfast: A chance to network and learn – a ‘master class’ for small businesses! - 8:00 a.m.

Vibrant Living Resource Fair - 10:00 a.m.

Messy Play at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday February, 7

Celebration Stories - 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

American History Lecture Series: Early American History from 700 to 1700 - 11:00 a.m.

Storytime with Mr. Steve! - 11:00 a.m.

Lunar New Year Luncheon - 11:45 a.m.

Valentine's Day Card Workshop - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Wine & Song: Raspin & the Eldermen and Natalie Gelman - 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Indigenous and Black Fridays: What Robinson Crusoe Tells Us about Race - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday February, 8

Free Health Screening - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lunar New Year Talk: "Working Women in Ancient China" - 2:30 p.m.

Year of the Dragon - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Friday February, 9

Alverno Heights Academy's Annual Golf Classic - 10:00 a.m.

Wild California Explorers - 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

Altadena Neighborhood Farmers' Market - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Candelas Music and Arts Foundation Benefit Concert - 6:00 p.m.

Haunted Pasadena - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Alison Dundes Renteln discusses International Human Rights - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday February, 10

Pasadena Farmers' Market at Victory Park - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Community Service Day - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Botanic Boutique - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Chinese New Year Festival - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 10:00 a.m.

Haiku Walk and Workshop - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Saturday Sing-Along at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Storytime @ Vroman's Hastings Ranch - 10:30 a.m.

Finding Your Voice: Writing Workshop - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Lunar New Year@PAM - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Pop-Up Adoption Event at PetSmart Tujunga - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Vroman's Special Storytime featuring Ruth Spiro presenting Love Grows - 11:00 a.m.

Sew & Sew: Empowering Youth and Adults - 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 1:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

Kids Art: Pastels & Paint - 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Chocolate Storytime - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Winter Arts Crawl 2024 - 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Journey Through Siam - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Meow and Make: Mardi Gras Masks - 5:00 p.m.

Foothills Dancemakers - 7:30 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday February, 11

Rose Bowl Flea Market - 5:00 a.m.

Botanic Boutique - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Chinese New Year Festival - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 11:30 a.m.

Crafts with Carmen at Vroman's Hastings Ranch! - 12:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

Sustainability Sundays at SCCM - 2:00 p.m.

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 2:00 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 2:30 p.m.

Foothills Dancemakers - 4:00 p.m.

Restoration Concert Series: Fiato String Quartet - 4:00 p.m.