Home of the Day: Top-flight post-and-beam with a pool in Altadena

A long drive leads to this preserved post-and-beam, sitting on nearly an acre that borders the Angeles National Forest on the outskirts of Altadena. Designed by architect William L. Duquette, the 1950s residence is defined by its floor-to-ceiling glass, beamed ceilings and free-flowing spaces, all midcentury staples. A wraparound deck off of the living room offers city and mountain views. Elsewhere, a pool and spa sit at the base of the hillside.

Location: 1167 East Loma Alta Drive, Altadena 91001

Asking price: $850,000

Year built: 1958

Architects: William L. Duquette

House size: 1,643 square feet, three bedrooms, 1.75 bathrooms

Lot size: 0.89 acre

Features: Post-and-beam, walls of glass, open floor plan, living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen, pool, above-ground spa, city and mountain views

About the area: Last year, there were 496 single-family homes sold in the 91001 ZIP Code at a median sale price of $548,000, according to DataQuick. That was a 26.9% increase year-over-year.

Agent: Carol Ortega, Deasy/Penner & Partners

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