685 Chester Avenue, San Marino, CA 91108

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685 Chester Avenue,San Marino, CA 91108
$3,980,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 4,401 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: evangelyn lin
Office: exp realty of california, inc.
MLS#:P1-26672
Source:CAREIL

Price summary

  • Price:$3,980,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$904.34

About this home

Resting on a 1/2 acre corner lot in San Marino's exclusive Huntington Library neighborhood, 685 Chester Avenue is a timeless Mid-Century ranch ideal for planting roots. This single-story home offers elegant, light-filled living spaces, a private backyard with lush gardens, and a versatile 824 sq ft guest house complete with a full kitchen, living room, and bedroom ensuite. A grand, double-door entry opens to the home's gracious foyer with gleaming marble tiles. To the right, an elegant formal living room with intricate millwork and numerous windows offers the perfect setting for social club meetings, piano practice, or simply relaxing with a good book in front of the handsome fireplace. The heart of the home is found in the centrally located family room complete with skylights and a statement fireplace. Sliding glass doors dissolve the boundary between inside and out while offering peaceful views of the covered patio and lush gardens. Nearby, the kitchen features a large island,...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1951
  • Listing ID #:P1-26672
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:April 15, 2026 at 02:41 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:5
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Dining Description:Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor
  • Bedroom Description:Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Living area:4,401 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Central Forced Air, Fireplace

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1951
  • Building area:4,401 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.53 Acres
  • Lot Features:Mid Block
  • Exterior Features:Balcony/Patio, Patio
  • Levels:1 Story

Utilities

  • Water:District - Public

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$3,980,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$904.34

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:In Closet, In Kitchen
  • Amenities:Security Alarm, Window Covering(s)

Parking

  • Parking description:Covered Parking, Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Off Street Parking, Other, Private Garage
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