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$1,682,527$1,038 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

522 STERLING PL

SOUTH PASADENA, CA 91030
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,621 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.5M low$1.8M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,387 (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.$549,671 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$346,924
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$202,747
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$538,905

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.1940
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Arroyo Vista Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
South Pasadena High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
South Pasadena Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: South Pasadena Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91030These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.460

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,335
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,682 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,668
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,895
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 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

522 Sterling 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 87% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in South Pasadena 91030
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in South Pasadena 91030
  • Older than 88% of homes in Los Angeles County

What homes are worth in South Pasadena 91030

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

This home
$671K$4.1M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in South Pasadena 91030.

How it measures up in South Pasadena 91030

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Pasadena 91030.

Estimated value$1,682,527
CheaperTypical $1,633,156Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1038
CheaperTypical $882Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,621 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,906 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 522 Sterling Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Pasadena 91030Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,682,52753% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$103880% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,621 ft²35% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac22% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than192840% of homes12% of homes

About 522 Sterling Pl

How much is 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA is $1,682,527 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,547,649 to $1,817,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA last sell?

522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA?

522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,621 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA built?

522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA?

522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA is assigned to Arroyo Vista Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; South Pasadena High School (high), rated A+; South Pasadena Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in South Pasadena Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA compare to other homes in South Pasadena 91030?

Among the 6,485 homes in South Pasadena 91030, it is worth more than 53% of them ($1,682,527 against a typical $1,633,156), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($1038 against a typical $882), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,621 ft² against a typical 1,906 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1928 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 87% 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 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 522 Sterling Pl, South Pasadena, CA was $6,387. The county assessed it at $549,671.

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