Home of the Day: A gated contemporary with a view in Southwest Pasadena

A wide terrace balcony, glass doors and large picture windows reveal treetops and mountain peaks at this French-inspired contemporary behind gates in Southwest Pasadena. Inside, rooms feature neutral tones, crown molding and a mix of polished stone and marble finishes.

Address: 980 Ellington Ln., Pasadena, 91105

Price: $2.495 million

Built: 2002

Lot size: 0.68 acres

House size: 3,502 square feet, four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms

Interior design: Joe Nye

Features: Raised ceilings, wood and marble floors, crown molding, formal living/dining room with wet bar, eat-in kitchen, office/bonus room, master suite with spa tub, patio with barbecue, balcony with mountain views, gated entry

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About the area: The median sale price for single-family homes in the 91105 ZIP Code in October was $1.212 million based on 12 sales, according to CoreLogic. That was a 27.6% increase in median price compared to October 2014.

Agents: Matthew Littell, Podley Properties, (626) 755-4428

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