For the first time in 60 years, the Fairbanks House, designed by George Lawrence Stimson in 1908, has been listed for $4,200,000 by Steve Haussler, Lisa Haussler and Tink Cheney, agents affiliated with the Pasadena office of Coldwell Banker Realty. The property was originally sold in 1909 to Charles Warren Fairbanks, President Theodore Roosevelt's vice president, and was most recently owned by Gail Victor Anderson, M.D., a pioneer of emergency medicine. Located at 217 Oaklawn Ave. in South Pasadena, Calif., the approximately 5,814-square-foot residence has six bedrooms and six bathrooms on over one-half acre in the heart of the Oaklawn Tract.
“Renowned for its entrance framed by Greene & Greene's landmark stone portals, the Fairbanks House is an early example of what became Architect George Lawrence Stimson’s hallmark of stately homes with beautifully executed details and the finest materials,” said Haussler. “This property offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a magnificent craftsman estate in a prime location with award-winning South Pasadena schools.”
Showcasing a light-filled floor plan, the home’s dramatic entry and grand staircase set the tone for both lavish entertaining and comfortable living. Complex geometry and a harmonious union of intricate forms create an interwoven blend for each public space. Anchored by a striking fireplace, the living room’s broad windows flow out to the grounds and sunny south exposure. The library features tiered mahogany wall brackets and a metal hood over the fireplace, while the formal dining room is graced with a sinuous plate rail and stellar fireplace bordered by book-matched flame-patterned panels surrounding Grueby green tile. Designed to accommodate large-scale events with two food preparation areas, the spacious eat-in kitchen offers multiple work areas. In addition, two bathrooms, an oversized laundry room and adjacent Butler's pantry complete the main level. A rear patio, accessed by a remarkable set of glazed doors and a window wall, overlooks the manicured yard.
With spirited sets of windows and extensive closets throughout, six bedrooms and four baths sprawl across the second floor. A full attic and sizable basement, comprising over 2,400 additional square feet, provide ample room for storage and potential for expansion. Noteworthy amenities include an elevator, refinished oak and maple floors, rich moldings, original wood windows, lath and plaster walls, fresh exterior paint and a retrofitted foundation. In the rear, a wide driveway leads to a three-car detached garage with a carport and workshop, plus a sports court. Mature trees and tall hedges combine to afford privacy and an intimate feel on a street known for its architecturally significant residences.
To view the home, click here or contact Steve Haussler at 626-797-6500 or steve@haussler.com.
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