$3,200,000
225 N Lima
Sierra Madre, CA, 91024
Property Description
Rare opportunity to own a historic estate with built-in income potential in Sierra Madre. The iconic Pinney House, a magnificent 1888 Queen Anne Victorian designed by renowned architects Samuel Newsom and Joseph Cather Newsom, offers approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of living space on a beautifully landscaped 0.47-acre lot. The property currently features eight individual bedroom suites, many with private amenities and separate electric meters, creating excellent income-producing potential. Some suites are currently rented while others are available, allowing the next owner to live on the property while generating rental income. A spacious 3,000 sq. ft. loft provides flexible living space ideal for an owner’s residence, creative studio, or additional guest quarters. Rich in historic character, the home showcases grand porches, a conservatory, parlor, library, formal dining room, wide staircases, large windows, restored claw-foot tubs, and beautiful period architectural details throughout. Modern upgrades include updated plumbing, electrical systems, and newer HVAC. The landscaped grounds feature English gardens, ample parking, and scenic views of the nearby San Gabriel Mountains and city lights. Designated as a historic landmark and benefiting from the Mills Act tax relief program, the Pinney House offers a rare chance to own a piece of California history while enjoying potential income from multiple suites.
Property Details
Price:
$3,200,000
MLS #:
CV26055216
Status:
Active
Beds:
10
Baths:
11
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
656sierramadre
Listed Date:
Mar 14, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
10,000
Lot Size:
20,529 sqft / 0.47 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1888
Schools
School District:
Pasadena Unified
Interior
Bathrooms
10 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Laundry Features
IR
Levels
C
Main Level Bathrooms
5
Main Level Bedrooms
4
Exterior
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW
Garage Spaces
8
Parking Spots
8
Parking Total
8
View
MT
Financial
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