Perched on a quiet street in the hills of Monterey Park, 688 Barnum Way offers a rare opportunity to own a fully reimagined residence where timeless design meets modern luxury within the prestigious Alhambra School District.
Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully renovated with exceptional attention to detail. From the open-concept layout to the curated finishes, the interior invites both comfort and sophistication. The chef’s kitchen is outfitted with high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and sleek quartz countertops designed to impress and perform.
Major upgrades provide lasting peace of mind, including tankless water heater , solar panels, plumbing, HVAC, dual-pane windows, new roof, and a whole-home water filtration system. Enhanced with smart living in mind, the home includes an EV charging station and 2 laundry hookups for added flexibility.
Wellness and leisure are seamlessly integrated with a private sauna, dedicated home gym, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Every element of this home has been tailored for elevated everyday living.
It's not just a home—it’s a statement of quality, comfort, and lifestyle.
Sold for $1,838,888
Listed by: eXp Realty of California Inc • JIMMY TRAM • Contact: 626-320-2382
Bought with: HANDFORE REALTY CORP.
$1,838,888
688 Barnum Way, Monterey Park, CA 91754
6beds
2,972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.39 Acres Lot
$1,822,300 Zestimate®
$619/sqft
$5,800 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,822,300
$1.64M - $2.02M
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Timeless designModern luxuryCustom cabinetryCurated finishesOpen-concept layoutPrivate saunaQuiet street
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Listed by:
JIMMY TRAM DRE #02151694 626-320-2382,
eXp Realty of California Inc,
CLARENCE YEUNG DRE #01897557 626-696-0115,
eXp Realty of California Inc
Bought with:
SUNY LAM, DRE #01985610
HANDFORE REALTY CORP.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: WS25083068
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Sauna
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, Remodeled
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Water To Refrigerator, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Inside, In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Primary Suite
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,972 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5261012027
- Zoning: MPR1*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Window Bars
Location
- Region: Monterey Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $619/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,464,465
- Annual tax amount: $24,086
- Date on market: 4/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2025 | Sold | $1,838,888+3.3%$619/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #WS25083068 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,780,000$599/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #WS25083068 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Contingent | $1,780,000$599/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #WS25083068 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,780,000+29%$599/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #WS25083068 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2022 | Sold | $1,380,000-8%$464/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2022 | Pending sale | $1,500,000$505/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #WS22046550 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+7.4%$505/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #WS22046550 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  SDMLS #WS20214651 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,396,880+0.5%$470/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #WS20214651 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  CRMLS Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,390,000$468/sqft |
Source: SILVER STAR FINANCIAL #WS20214651 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,086 +28.2% | $1,464,465 +2% |
| 2024 | $18,784 +2.1% | $1,435,751 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,402 +5.3% | $1,407,600 +48.2% |
| 2022 | $17,481 +45.5% | $950,110 +2% |
| 2021 | $12,015 +0.6% | $931,482 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,946 | $921,932 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,946 +2.8% | $903,856 +2% |
| 2018 | $11,620 | $886,134 +2% |
| 2017 | $11,620 +1.2% | $868,760 +2% |
| 2016 | $11,477 +7.1% | $851,726 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $10,714 +3% | $838,934 +2% |
| 2014 | $10,402 | $822,502 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $802,732 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $786,993 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $781,112 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $782,969 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $767,618 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $752,568 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $737,813 |
| 2005 | -- | $737,813 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $709,164 +17% |
| 2003 | -- | $606,300 +20% |
| 2002 | -- | $505,300 +32.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $381,300 |
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Neighborhood: 91754
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Brightwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10Mark Keppel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brightwood
- Middle: Brightwood
- High: Mark Keppel
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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