This beautifully renovated three-bedroom, two-bath farmhouse captures the warmth and authenticity of classic country architecture while delivering the comfort and flow today's buyers expect. Thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained, the home blends timeless character with modern livability, easy, elegant, and inviting.At the heart of the home is a chef's kitchen with a center island and plenty of room for a family great-room style experience, creating a natural hub for daily living and entertaining. A gracious living room with a wood burning fireplace, and a spacious dining room provide additional flexibility, ideal for both formal occasions and relaxed gatherings.The floor plan is as practical as it is appealing. One bedroom and a full bath are located on the main level, perfect for guests, multi-generational living, or a home office. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed and updated bathroom, offering privacy and separation. Outdoors, a wrap-around porch invites morning coffee, afternoon reading, and evening conversation, while the large, flat lot offers a rare expanse of usable outdoor space. A generous grass lawn, charming greenhouse, and ample room for expansion create exceptional future potential, whether a guest house, pool, pickleball court, or additional development opportunities.This is farmhouse living at its best: renovated yet authentic, comfortable yet refined, and set on flat land that offers numerous possibilities.
Listed by Rita Whitney
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License #01209004
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The Agency
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(626) 755-4988
Last updated March 10, 2026
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Source: CRMLS #P1-25737
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodMarceline
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1
Days on Prevu37
Size1,839 sqft
Price per sqft$1,248
Amenities
Dishwasher
Private Outdoor Space
Air Conditioning
Parking
Location
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Listing History
03/10/2026
Price Decreased
$2,295,000
02/06/2026
Listed by The Agency
$2,595,000
Property Details for 261 S Allen Avenue
Association
Amenities
Community Features: Curbs, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Urban
Exterior
Construction
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Structure Type: House
Year Built: 1898
Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Cottage, Traditional
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Features
Direction Faces: East
Fencing: Chain Link, Wire
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Wrap Around
Measurements
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Lot Size Area: 9,395
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 9,395
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 5736027017
Interior
Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Bedroom On Main Level
Measurements
Living Area: 1,839
Living Area Source: See Remarks
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 3
Other
General
Exclusions: TBA
Location
Tax Lot: 0001
Parking
Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage
Parking Total: 2
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, In Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?
There are 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in this single-family home at 261 S Allen Avenue.
Does this single-family home have parking?
Yes, there are 2 parking spaces available for 261 S Allen Avenue.
How does 261 S Allen Avenue compare to other single-family homes in Marceline?
This single-family home is listed 46% below the average price for single-family homes in Marceline and has been on the market for 62 less days than the typical home in this area.
What is the square footage on this single-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 1,839 sqft.
261 S Allen Avenue is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home for sale in Pasadena CA 91106. Listed on Prevu for 37 days at $2,295,000. This includes a recent price decrease of $300,000. This residence features 1,839 square feet of living space, located in Marceline. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $1,795,000. The home offers private outdoor space, dishwasher, air conditioning, and parking. View other single-family home listings in Pasadena.
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