Charming Arcadia Opportunity with ADU Potential – First Time on Market in Nearly 50 Years!
Welcome to 243 E. Forest Ave, a rare find nestled in one of Arcadia’s most desirable neighborhoods with access to top-rated schools. This classic home, available for the first time in nearly five decades, exudes timeless character with original hardwood floors, beautifully plastered walls, elegant coved ceilings, and a dedicated laundry room. Thoughtful upgrades include newer HVAC, dual-pane windows, roof, and water heater, offering energy saving, comfort and peace of mind. This home also features a brand-new concrete driveway, showcasing excellent curb appeal, designed for both style and durability.
The expansive backyard offers alley access and is ready for expansion. Included in the sale are previously approved design documents for an 800 SF, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ADU. The buyer may resubmit the plans and pay the applicable fees to obtain a new permit through the City of Arcadia. A separate water service line has already been installed, and all remaining utilities are conveniently located in the alley next to the proposed ADU site—making this an ideal setup for future development or multi-generational living.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home with vintage charm and modern growth potential in a premier Arcadia location!
Sold for $1,150,000
Listed by: Lotus Property Services, Inc. • Brian Gordon • Contact: 626-582-8001
Bought with: Remax Dream Properties
$1,150,000
243 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
2beds
912sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,262 Square Feet Lot
$1,152,400 Zestimate®
$1,261/sqft
$3,143 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,152,400
$1.05M - $1.27M
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Expansive backyardElegant coved ceilingsBeautifully plastered wallsOriginal hardwood floorsAlley accessNewer hvacDedicated laundry room
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Listed by:
Brian Gordon DRE #01302670 626-582-8001,
Lotus Property Services, Inc.
Bought with:
Shahe Seuylemezian, DRE #01400433
Remax Dream Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR25189298
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Granite Counters
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: None
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,262 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 5772020015
- Zoning: ARR1*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Foothills, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Arcadia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,261/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,048,050
- Annual tax amount: $12,581
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2025 | Sold | $1,150,000-3.8%$1,261/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$1,310/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000$1,310/sqft |
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| 8/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/2/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,800$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,581 +897.5% | $1,048,050 +1114.1% |
| 2024 | $1,261 +2.2% | $86,325 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,234 +3.3% | $84,633 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,195 +2.5% | $82,975 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,165 +1.1% | $81,349 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,153 | $80,516 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,153 +7.8% | $78,938 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,069 | $77,391 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,069 +0.4% | $75,875 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,065 +3.1% | $74,389 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,032 +2.4% | $73,273 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,008 | $71,839 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $70,114 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $68,740 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $68,228 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $68,391 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $67,051 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $65,737 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $64,449 |
| 2005 | -- | $64,449 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $61,948 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $60,813 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $59,621 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $57,308 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 91006
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Highland Oaks Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Foothills Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Arcadia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Highland Oaks
- Middle: Foothills
- High: Arcadia
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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