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$2,222,309$639 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

285 CONGRESS PL

PASADENA, CA 91105
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,477 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1904
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.2M
$2.1M low$2.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,119 (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.$379,795 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,420
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$169,375
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$372,349

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.Colonial
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.1908
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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.Wood 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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(2)

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

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

M
Blair High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.8 mi
E
McKinley Arts SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Pasadena Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91105These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.563

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.14,557
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,890 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$151,864
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$184,664
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.20 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

285 Congress Pl 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 93% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Pasadena 91105
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Among the oldest homes in Los Angeles County

What homes are worth in Pasadena 91105

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

This home
$613K$6.5M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Pasadena 91105.

How it measures up in Pasadena 91105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pasadena 91105.

Estimated value$2,222,309
CheaperTypical $1,664,506Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$639
CheaperTypical $865Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area3,477 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,041 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1904
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 285 Congress Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellefontainePasadena 91105Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,222,30990% of homes66% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63939% of homes14% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than3,477 ft²89% of homes86% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac54% of homes63% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than19046% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes

About 285 Congress Pl

How much is 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA is $2,222,309 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $2,107,284 to $2,337,334. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA last sell?

285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA?

285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,477 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA built?

285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA was built in 1904, making it 122 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA?

285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA is assigned to Blair High School (middle), rated C+; McKinley Arts School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Pasadena Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA compare to other homes in Pasadena 91105?

Among the 4,734 homes in Pasadena 91105, it is worth more than 66% of them ($2,222,309 against a typical $1,664,506), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($639 against a typical $865), it is bigger than 86% of them (3,477 ft² against a typical 2,041 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1904 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 93% 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 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Congress Pl, Pasadena, CA was $5,119. The county assessed it at $379,795.

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