Home | Los Angeles County | San Marino | 91108 | 1535 Circle Dr
MLS: CRP1-26181 | Status: Sold | Price: $8,880,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 5 /3
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 /3 | 6,808 | 0.738 | 2002 |
Beautifully sited on one of San Marino's most treasured and prestigious streets, 1535 Circle Drive rises gracefully above Lacy Park as a rare and exceptional estate. Designed by noted architect Robert Sinclair and meticulously built from the ground up in 2002, skilled artisans created this timeless French Chateau-inspired residence. Cherished by the same family for over 27 years, this enchanting South-facing masterpiece is surrounded by magical gardens, bubbling fountains and towering trees, creating an ambiance of tranquility and romance. A meandering garden path leads to a formal foyer, and introduces a stunning living room with marble fireplace crowned by 16' soaring ceilings, and a dining room with wine bar, ideal for grand entertaining and intimate celebrations alike. Numerous arched French doors offer captivating vistas of the glorious outdoors. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a striking glass-turret breakfast room, generous center island and abundant cabinetry. A charming guest suite, an exquisite butler's pantry, laundry room and two powder rooms, complete the west wing. The main-floor sumptuous primary suite is a true sanctuary, showcasing 20' vaulted ceilings, marble fireplace, a sun-lit sitting room, expansive walk-in closet and a spa-lik
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | CRP1-26181 |
| MLS Source | California Regional MLS |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat |
| Kitchen | Other, Pantry |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Freezer, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Other, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Warming Drawer |
| Dining Room | Formal Dining Room, Other |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Raised Hearth |
| Laundry | In Laundry Room |
| Cooling | Other |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Slate |
| Foundation | Raised, Slab |
| Pool | Heated, In Ground, Spa - Private |
| Style | Custom, French |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Side By Side, Garage: 3 Car(s) |
Carol Chua
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 00908699
Phone: –
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valentine Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.72 mi | 10 |
| Huntington Middle School | public | 6-8 | 0.76 mi | 9 |
| Coolidge Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.17 mi | 4 |
| Blair High School | public | 6-12 | 1.25 mi | 4 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) School | public | 9-12 | 1.26 mi | 3 |
| Twilight Adult | public | UG | 1.28 mi | N/A |
| McKinley School | public | K-8 | 1.31 mi | 2 |
| San Marino High School | public | 9-12 | 1.49 mi | 10 |
| Marengo Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.55 mi | 10 |
| Garfield Elementary School | public | K-8 | 1.58 mi | 8 |
| Hamilton Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.61 mi | 7 |
| Washington Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.67 mi | 8 |
| South Pasadena Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.74 mi | 10 |
| Granada Elementary School | public | K-8 | 1.78 mi | 6 |
| Twentieth Street Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.82 mi | 5 |
| South Pasadena Senior High School | public | 9-12 | 1.93 mi | 10 |
| Carver Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.00 mi | 10 |
| Wilson Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.09 mi | 8 |
| Alhambra High School | public | 9-12 | 2.10 mi | 8 |
| Park Elementary School | public | K-8 | 2.18 mi | 8 |
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