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    489 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91101

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    For Sale
    $5,995,000

    Two-story office building in Pasadena's Playhouse Historic District.

    Type:Office
    Property size:
    7,774 SF
    Lot size:
    0.23 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $771/SF
    Added:
    Mar 25, 2026
    Days on Market:
    47
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 18 at 9:28 am

    Property Features for 489 East Colorado Boulevard

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    7,774 SF
    Lot size
    0.23 Acres
    Property subtype
    Office

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    Listing Contact
    Kyle Barratt
    Kyle Barratt

    Listing agent Kyle Barratt License #01900653

    Listing office CBRE

    Listing date Mar 25, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location on Colorado Boulevard in the Playhouse Historic District, along the Rose Parade route.
    • Rare owner/user opportunity to acquire a historic building delivered vacant.
    • High Walk Score (97) indicating convenient access to retail and public transportation.
    • Unique architectural features including 22’ ceilings and large skylights.
    • Dedicated private parking with 16 surface spaces.
    • Convenient access to the 210 Freeway and Metro Gold Line stations.

    Overview

    Located in the heart of the Playhouse Historic District of Pasadena, CA, the "Harry FitzGerald" building at 489 E. Colorado Boulevard presents an opportunity for acquisition. This two-story office building, totaling approximately 7,774 square feet, is situated on the north side of Colorado Boulevard, along the Rose Parade route. The property has a WalkScore of 97, indicating convenient access to surrounding retail amenities and public transportation. Constructed in 1926 and designated on the National Register of Historic Places, the building was designed for Harry FitzGerald. The property is currently utilized as office space and will be delivered vacant. It features 22-foot ceilings with skylights, offices, conference rooms, and dedicated private parking. The property is located just south of the 210 Freeway and approximately 1-mile from the Lake and Del Mar Metro Gold Line Stations. The property is located on a 0.23-acre parcel. There are 16 surface parking spaces in the rear of the building, accessible via a shared drive alley from N. Oakland Avenue.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Curry Insurance Insurance Agency Proactive Networks Marketing & Advertising Intelligent Technical Solutions Tech Support Center

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Pharmacy

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Pasadena
    County
    Los Angeles
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -118.140267
    Latitude
    34.146292

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office building - Two-story office building in Pasadena's Playhouse Historic District.
    Where is this office building located?
    The property is located at 489 East Colorado Boulevard Pasadena, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $5,995,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location on Colorado Boulevard in the Playhouse Historic District, along the Rose Parade route.; Rare owner/user opportunity to acquire a historic building delivered vacant.; High Walk Score (97) indicating convenient access to retail and public transportation.
    (818) 907-4650
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    Kyle Barratt
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    Real Estate License ID: 01900653
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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