General information, not legal or tax advice. Sidney works alongside your attorney and CPA. Rules as of October 13, 2026; they change, so check the official sources listed below.
Does as-is change what you must disclose?
As-is doesn't change your disclosure duties. The Transfer Disclosure Statement and natural hazard forms still go to the buyer (Civ. Code §1102). Gathering permits, invoices and any pest report first keeps questions short.
What low-cost prep pays off?
Hauling away clutter, trimming landscaping and replacing burned-out bulbs. Those steps help photos and cost little compared with a remodel.
Which South Pasadena records and fees matter?
South Pasadena's Historic Preservation Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2315, effective August 18, 2017) is administered by the Cultural Heritage Commission. (southpasadenaca.gov) Exterior alterations, new construction and demolition affecting homes on South Pasadena's Inventory of Historic Resources need a Certificate of Appropriateness heard by the Cultural Heritage Commission on the third Thursday of the month; painting and routine maintenance are exempt. (southpasadenaca.gov) The LA County Registrar-Recorder lists the county documentary transfer tax at $1.10 per $1,000 of value, and South Pasadena is not one of the five cities that add a city rate (Culver City, Los Angeles, Pomona, Redondo Beach and Santa Monica). (lavote.gov) Ask your escrow officer or a real estate attorney who pays the transfer tax under your purchase contract.
Who buys as-is houses here?
Owner-occupants who want a project, contractors and investors all compete on the open market, and more bidders usually means a firmer price.
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Questions
What do South Pasadena owners ask?
- Do I have to disclose problems if I sell as-is?
- Yes. As-is limits repairs, not disclosure duties; this is general information (Civ. Code §1102). Sidney Manzo (in real estate since 1990) walks you through the disclosure forms. Talk with Sidney about your South Pasadena home
- Can buyers still inspect?
- Yes. Inspections are standard even when no repairs are offered. In real estate since 1990, Sidney helps you get ahead of inspection findings. Talk with Sidney about your South Pasadena home
- What about unpermitted additions?
- They must be disclosed and can affect price and financing (Civ. Code §1102). Sidney Manzo, in real estate since 1990, prices homes with unpermitted work. Talk with Sidney about your South Pasadena home
- Can I sell with tenants in place?
- Yes, though occupied homes need notice before showings, and tenant rights continue. Sidney, in real estate since 1990, schedules showings around occupants. Talk with Sidney about your South Pasadena home
- Is a quick estimate available?
- Yes. Recent comparable South Pasadena sales, adjusted for condition, set a likely range. Sidney, in real estate since 1990, provides it without charge. Get my free home review
Sources
Sources
- southpasadenaca.gov: Cultural Heritage Ordinance (accessed October 13, 2026)
- southpasadenaca.gov: Cultural Heritage Commission (accessed October 13, 2026)
- lavote.gov: general info (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Civ. Code §1102 (seller disclosures) (accessed October 13, 2026)
Your agent
Who reviews your home?
Sidney Manzo, Agent, CA DRE #01108914.
- In real estate since 1990
- 155+ closed sales
- RE/MAX Hall of Fame
- Member, Pasadena Association of REALTORS® and C.A.R.
RE/MAX Dream Properties (ASLG Inc), CA DRE #02142193
Last reviewed by Sidney Manzo.