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$1,350,522$574 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Mar 7, 2001

161 BACKUS AVE

PASADENA, CA 91107
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,352 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Mar 7, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,598 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$537,920 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$399,606
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,314
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$527,373

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1917
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(16)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Willard Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Pasadena High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
McKinley Arts SchoolD-
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Pasadena Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91107These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.636

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,339
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,425 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,924
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

161 Backus Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Pasadena 91107
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Among the oldest homes in Pasadena 91107

What homes are worth in Pasadena 91107

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$487K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Pasadena 91107.

How it measures up in Pasadena 91107

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pasadena 91107.

Estimated value$1,350,522
CheaperTypical $1,251,673Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$574
CheaperTypical $754Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,706 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 161 Backus Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePasadena 91107Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,350,52258% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57413% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,352 ft²77% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac63% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than1906almost no homesalmost no homes

About 161 Backus Ave

How much is 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA is $1,350,522 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,214,709 to $1,486,336. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA last sell?

161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA last sold on Mar 7, 2001 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA?

161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,352 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA built?

161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA?

161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA is assigned to Willard Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Pasadena High School (high), rated B+; McKinley Arts School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Pasadena Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA compare to other homes in Pasadena 91107?

Among the 10,357 homes in Pasadena 91107, it is worth more than 58% of them ($1,350,522 against a typical $1,251,673), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($574 against a typical $754), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,352 ft² against a typical 1,706 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1906 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 80% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Backus Ave, Pasadena, CA was $6,598. The county assessed it at $537,920.

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