Gardner's Paradise In Altadena

ALTADENA, CA — There is a reason this real estate listing has you scroll through 20 yard photos before you get to the house. The lush, stunning grounds are an oasis before you even get to the front door. And while his six-bedroom, 5-and-a-half bath historic Altadena home is truly beautiful, the grounds are breathtaking.

It's a one level 1928 traditional California built in 1928. The backyard was built for entertaining, a relaxing retreat from the city. It boasts an outdoor living room and kitchen with a fireplace and pool surrounding by trees. A path takes you to a bistro table that sits beneath a massive tree, and raised planters allow you to be your inner farmer.

• Address: 1905 Midlothian Dr, Altadena, California
• Price: $0
• Square Feet: 4888
• Bedrooms: 6
• Bathrooms: 5 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1928
• Features: Los Angeles Times Home of the Week! Located on one of Altadena's most coveted palm lined streets is this gated one level 1928 traditional California home on nearly one acre of park like grounds. Highlights of this beautifully maintained estate include a formal entry, living room and dining room. A large chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a center island and an adjacent breakfast room and family room with access to the rear yard and pool area. The main house boasts five bedrooms and five b

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