Step into this storybook bungalow located on one of Monrovia's most peaceful streets. This 2-bed, 2-bath gem has been meticulously maintained, featuring a bright, airy kitchen with updated cabinetry and a spacious living room perfect for entertaining. The property shines with its craftsman architecture, including front porch and mature landscaping. The standout feature is the oversized lot, offering nearly 9,500 square feet of private space—rare for the area. Whether you’re looking to build your dream backyard or explore development opportunities, this property offers the space and character you’ve been searching for. Modern wood-look flooring, recessed lighting, and updated bathrooms. Original 1920s architecture, brick fireplace, and covered front porch. • Prime Location: Located in a desirable Monrovia neighborhood near local dining and shopping.
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For sale
Listed by: Capital Team Real Estate Svc • Henry Mai • Contact: 714-653-8066
$1,039,000
134 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
2beds
918sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
9,488 Square Feet Lot
$1,044,200 Zestimate®
$1,132/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 18 days
- 1,094
- 51
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Henry Mai DRE #01843054 714-653-8066,
Capital Team Real Estate Svc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26180281
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 918 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 9,488 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 8504003010
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights
Location
- Region: Monrovia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,132/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,002
- Date on market: 8/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 18 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
Estimated market value
$1,044,200
$992,000 - $1.10M
$2,857/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,039,000+20.8%$1,132/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Sold | $860,000$937/sqft |
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| 2/28/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,100$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $167,002 +2% |
| 2025 | $2,592 +2.4% | $163,732 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,530 +2.3% | $160,523 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,474 +2.8% | $157,377 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,407 +2.1% | $154,292 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,357 +2.7% | $151,267 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,296 | $149,717 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,296 +6.2% | $146,782 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,161 | $143,905 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,161 +1.9% | $141,085 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,121 +2.3% | $138,319 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,074 +2.8% | $136,242 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,019 | $133,575 +32.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,088 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $99,107 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $98,368 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $98,602 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,670 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $94,775 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $92,918 |
| 2005 | -- | $92,918 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $89,312 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $87,676 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $85,958 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $82,622 |
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