4 Southern California Homes and a 226-Acre Mountain Escape

A study in contemporary comfort, this Bel Maison residence is set on one of the largest corner lots in Placentia, with a spacious two-story layout designed for everyday ease. Vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors bring warmth and openness, while a cozy fireplace anchors the main living space. The floor plan balances flexibility and function with a private office and a main-floor bedroom, alongside a dedicated laundry room and a 3-car garage. In the kitchen, granite counters, stainless-steel appliances, and ample storage keep the look clean and practical as the living and dining areas flow naturally around it. The bright, expansive primary suite is complemented by three additional bedrooms, and $36K in paid solar panels add thoughtful efficiency. Outside, a private backyard oasis with a built-in BBQ and mature landscaping sets a tranquil, secluded tone.

Price: $1,620,000 (Sold)

On a corner lot in Pasadena, 3751 Laurita Avenue offers a rare two-residence setup: 3751 Laurita and 3751 1/2 Laurita, each with a welcome sense of privacy. Lush hedges create a calm buffer from the street, lending a country-like feeling while keeping the city close at hand. Mornings naturally spill onto the porch, coffee in hand, with fully grown olive trees framing the view. Inside the main house, a reimagined layout includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, finished with gorgeous wood flooring and a neutral palette that lets the natural light do the talking. A modern fireplace anchors the living space, adding warmth and quiet focus. It’s an easy place to settle into a slower rhythm without leaving Pasadena behind.

Price: $1,350,000 (Sold)

From its elevated setting in prestigious Hacienda Heights, this elegant two-story residence balances generous scale with everyday ease. Inside, dramatic vaulted ceilings and a sun-filled open-concept kitchen set the tone for both entertaining and relaxed routines, complemented by a versatile bonus room adjacent to the kitchen—suited to intimate gatherings or more formal evenings. The flexible floor plan places two generously sized bedrooms on the main level, with three additional bedrooms upstairs, offering privacy for guests or multi-generational living. Outdoors, seamless indoor-outdoor flow leads to a private backyard retreat with a sparkling pool, designed for unhurried afternoons and lively weekends alike. Built in 1972, the home features enduring craftsmanship and central HVAC, ready to enjoy as-is or thoughtfully updated to reflect a personal vision, moments from Hsi Lai Temple and the Puente Hills trails.

Price: $1,200,000 (Sold)

From its elevated mountain setting below Running Springs, this expansive stretch of raw land offers a rare sense of distance and quiet, with views the listing describes as hard to believe. Reached only by a turnoff on Hwy 330 and an approximately 12-mile unmaintained fire road, the approach underscores the property’s deeply remote character and natural privacy. Formerly used as a small-group retreat and meditation center, the site includes a large rock reserved for meditation and reflection—an elemental focal point for time outdoors. The land was impacted by the Line Fire in September 2024, yet vegetation has already begun to return; most photos shown were taken prior to the fire. With no sewer or power on the property, and prior solar panels noted, the setting invites a self-directed, off-grid rhythm shaped by solitude and open sky.