John Lautner's Only Pasadena Home, Dahlstrom House, Lists for $2.595M
The iconic Dahlstrom House in Pasadena, designed by John Lautner in 1949 for publisher Grant Dahlstrom, is for sale at $2.595 million. Previously purchased for $1.3 million in 2009, the property underwent significant renovations. This remarkable single-story residence spans approximately 1,900 square feet and includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Set on nearly a quarter-acre within the Laguna Road Landmark District, it boasts distinctive architectural elements such as a curved carport, cantilevered roof, and a cylindrical fireplace. Additionally, the home benefits from Mills Act protection, offering tax incentives, and is located just 11 miles from downtown Los Angeles.
Key facts
- Dahlstrom House is the only John Lautner-designed residence in Pasadena.
- Built in 1949 for Grant Dahlstrom, a California printer and book designer.
- Listed at $2.595 million by Robert Moore of Compass.
- Last sold in 2009 for $1.3 million.
- Home measures approximately 1,900 square feet with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
- Located in the Laguna Road Landmark District on nearly a quarter-acre.
- Features include a curved carport canopy, cylindrical concrete fireplace, and walls of glass.
- Covered by the Mills Act for property tax savings.
- Lautner studied under Frank Lloyd Wright in the 1930s.
- Neighborhood includes homes by Harwell Hamilton Harris, Boyd Georgi, and Buff, Straub & Hensman.
Entities
Artists
- John Lautner
- Grant Dahlstrom
- Frank Lloyd Wright
- Harwell Hamilton Harris
- Boyd Georgi
Institutions
- Compass
- Buff, Straub & Hensman
Locations
- Pasadena
- California
- Los Angeles
- Laguna Road Landmark District