If you’re on the hunt for a nearly perfectly preserved midcentury home in California, look no further. Perched on almost a full acre lot in Pasadena, the 1956 residence offers sweeping views of the mountains above and the city below. Since being built, the home was owned by the same family for 57 years before being sold for the first time last year.

Today, the single-level dwelling is owned by Grammy award-winning DJ, producer, and songwriter Christian Karlsson, also known as Bloodshy. The acclaimed musician, who has written hits for various artists including “Toxic” for Brittney Spears, purchased the home in 2020 with his partner for $2,385,000. The couple is now putting it up for sale after treating the space to a revamp.

“It’s always hard to find a property that checks all the boxes, but this one really does,” Christian states in a recent interview. “The combination of a timeless midcentury classic with a private orchard in the hidden gem of the Kinneloa Estates up in the foothills is a dream come true.”

According to listing agent Richard Yohon, Christian initially acquired the residence to serve as an “inspirational creative space to write music and collaborate.” However, after he and his family moved back to Sweden earlier this year, they decided to seek out a buyer.

Though he only owned the residence for a brief stint, Christian wasted no time restoring it back to its original glory. Among the home’s most notable period details are polished concrete floors, mahogany cabinets, and a two-sided fireplace with a floating hearth.

“The sellers did not forget to improve the home with modern updates either,” says Yohon, noting several upgrades that include a new HVAC system, and a culinary kitchen with chef-grade appliances. “The grounds were also professionally landscaped by Kathleen Ferguson—one of the top local landscape architects.”

Extensive glazing and sliding glass doors promote easy indoor/outdoor living throughout the three-bedroom dwelling, which spans across nearly 4,000 square feet. In addition to large gathering areas and a free-flowing layout, the property also includes a separate detached flex space, as well as an oversize two-car garage. Scroll ahead to see more of the midcentury, now back on the market at $3,397,000.

2105 Villa Heights Road in Pasadena, California, is currently listed for $3,397,000 by Richard Yohon of Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage and Konstantine Valissarakos of Nourmand and Associates.

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