601 E California Boulevard #302

Looking for a safe, smart, and convenient place to call home? This top-floor 2-bed, 2-bath condo in Pasadena’s highly coveted Madison Heights neighborhood offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and long-term investment potential. Set in a quiet 34-unit complex with a charming heritage-style courtyard, this unit feels like a true urban sanctuary. Tucked away on the third and top floor, Unit 302 features vaulted ceilings, a serene private deck shaded by a mature coral tree, and peaceful treetop views–ideal for studying, relaxing, or hosting visiting family. The freshly updated interior includes new luxury vinyl plank flooring, central A/C, a fireplace, open living/dining area, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range, and sleek countertops. The primary suite includes an en-suite bath with large closets, while both bathrooms are updated with designer finishes. Enjoy in-unit laundry, ample storage, and two gated tandem parking spaces –everything needed for stress-free living in one of Pasadena’s most sought after neighborhoods. Location is everything: just minutes from Caltech, PCC, Old Town Pasadena, and South Lake Avenue’s shopping and dining corridor–including two Trader Joe’s, Peet’s Coffee, multiple fitness studios, and more. Quick access to major freeways makes weekend getaways or commutes from this bedroom community a breeze. Whether you’re securing a safe, walkable home base for your student or looking ahead to future rental income, this low-maintenance condo is a smart and stylish choice in the heart of Pasadena.