Looking for a safe, smart, and convenient place to call home? This top-floor 2-bed, 2-bath condo in Pasadena's highly coveted Madison Heights neighborhood offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and long-term investment potential. Set in a quiet 34-unit complex with a charming heritage-style courtyard, this unit feels like a true urban sanctuary. Tucked away on the third and top floor, Unit 302 features vaulted ceilings, a serene private deck shaded by a mature coral tree, and peaceful treetop views--ideal for studying, relaxing, or hosting visiting family. The freshly updated interior includes new luxury vinyl plank flooring, central A/C, a fireplace, open living/dining area, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range, and sleek countertops. The primary suite includes an en-suite bath with large closets, while both bathrooms are updated with designer finishes. Enjoy in-unit laundry, ample storage, and two gated tandem parking spaces --everything needed for stress-free living in one of Pasadena's most sought after neighborhoods. Location is everything: just minutes from Caltech, PCC, Old Town Pasadena, and South Lake Avenue's shopping and dining corridor--including two Trader Joe's, Peet's Coffee, multiple fitness studios, and more. Quick access to major freeways makes weekend getaways or commutes from this bedroom community a breeze. Whether you're securing a safe, walkable home base for your student or looking ahead to future rental income, this low-maintenance condo is a smart and stylish choice in the heart of Pasadena.