//The Mrs James Skinner House, Wallace Neff, FAIA// Acclaimed as one of Wallace Neff's finest works, The Mrs James Skinner House is located on a flat 1.8 ac parcel in San Marino's prime Estates Area. Built in 1929 for a Chicago widow whose husband had been a founder of Sears Roebuck, and later owned by JB Van Nuys, this fully gated palatial estate is a prime example of the Italian Period Revival style. Over scaled and grand in design, the house proclaims all the splendor and prominence of the pre-depression 'Golden Age' of architecture. Hand painted ceilings, marble floors, antique Baccarat crystal chandeliers, elaborate wrought iron balconies and banisters and a hand carved stone fountain accentuate the style and grace of the estate. Complementing these original characteristics, the property was extensively updated when it was the Pasadena Showcase House, which added modern conveniences and system upgrades. Together with 2BR guesthouse, complete with full kitchen, 6-car garage, N/S lighted tennis court, 50 ft covered pool, formal gardens and front and rear auto gates, the Mrs James Skinner House represents a rare opportunity to establish a Los Angeles Family Estate, with a prominent architectural and owner pedigree, for current and future generations. FEATURES: *Home Theater, Control4 Smart Home. *Detached 2BR/1BA Guesthouse w/full kitchen, FR, dining and sleeping porch (1,213 sf, included in overall SF). *Fully gated, automatic gates, front and rear. *Updated systems, 600amp electrical. *Partially finished basement with temperature controlled 2,500 btl wine cellar. *Chauffeur's quarters w/bath (627 sf, included in overall SF). *50' lap pool w/automatic cover and spa. *6-car garage with bath. *N/S lighted tennis court.
Sold for $16,200,000
Listing Provided by:
Brent Chang DRE #01822562 626-487-8100,
COMPASS
Bought with: The Agency
$16,200,000
975 Orlando Rd, San Marino, CA 91108
9beds
10,811sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
1.8 Acres Lot
$17,977,800 Zestimate®
$1,498/sqft
$5,899 Estimated rent
Home value
$17,977,800
$15.46M - $21.39M
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Listing updated: September 22, 2023 at 03:26pm
Listing Provided by:
Brent Chang DRE #01822562 626-487-8100,
COMPASS
Bought with:
Rita Whitney, DRE #01209004
The Agency
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-14568
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 10
- Full bathrooms: 10
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Heated Floor, Jetted Tub, Linen Closet, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded
Kitchen
- Features: Butler's Pantry, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen, Utility Sink
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Phone System, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Smart Home, Two Story Ceilings, Wood Product Walls, Wired for Sound, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 10,811 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 15
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Gated, Porte-Cochere, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, Lap, Pool Cover, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Excellent Condition,Privacy,Security,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 1.80 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached, Gazebo, Tennis Court(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 5328009013
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System, Security Gate, Security Lights
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: San Marino
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Pasadena Foothills MLS Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2023 | Sold | $16,200,000-4.7%$1,498/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-14568 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2023 | Pending sale | $17,000,000$1,572/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-14568 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2023 | Contingent | $17,000,000$1,572/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-14568 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2023 | Price change | $17,000,000-20.9%$1,572/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-14568 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $182,570 +0.5% | $16,524,000 +2% |
| 2024 | $181,740 +24.3% | $16,200,000 +24.7% |
| 2023 | $146,224 +3.2% | $12,991,725 +2% |
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Neighborhood: Lacy Estates
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Valentine Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Huntington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10San Marino High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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- California
- Los Angeles County
- San Marino
- 91108
- Lacy Estates
- 975 Orlando Rd