4209 Via Arbolada

A low-rise condominium community built in 1981, Drake Terrace presents one-story stacked units arranged around landscaped courtyards in the Monterey Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles. The complex is composed primarily of three-bedroom layouts with generous indoor-outdoor connections — private balconies, wraparound patios and terrace-level living rooms that open to oversized outdoor spaces. Interiors typically feature two primary suites, walk-in closets, granite or ceramic counters, built-in storage, and practical touches such as in-unit laundry, multiple primary-suite layouts, ceiling fans and wet-bar or galley kitchen arrangements. Common amenities reinforce a resort-like residential rhythm: a shimmering pool and spa with expansive sundeck, tennis/racquet courts, and gated parking with assigned tandem spaces. Grounds are planted with mature trees and greenscape, creating treetop and hillside views and a sense of privacy despite easy access to central Los Angeles. The community offers elevator access in portions of the property, accessible walkways, and pet-friendly, owner-occupied condominium management; units are sold unfurnished and appeal to buyers seeking move-in ready condition or light renovation. Located near Debs Park, Old Town Pasadena, and the USC/Cal State LA corridors, the setting balances suburban tranquility with straightforward freeway and transit connections.