1499 Ridgecrest Street

Monterey Park, CA 91754

$13,850,000
Price
5
Beds
55
Baths
40,058 Sq. Ft.
$346 / Sq. Ft.
40,058
Sq. Ft.
$346
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The Three Lanterns Apartments is a 47-unit apartment complex located at 1499 Ridgecrest Street in Monterey Park, CA. Built in 1962, the building features an excellent unit mix consisting of (23) one-bedroom/one-bathroom units, (16) two-bedroom/one-bathroom units and (8) two bedroom/one & ½ bath townhouse style units. The property features a modern courtyard setting centered with a sparkling pool, spacious laundry facility and secured parking. The 40,058 square foot building sits on a large 1.27 acre...The Three Lanterns Apartments is a 47-unit apartment complex located at 1499 Ridgecrest Street in Monterey Park, CA. Built in 1962, the building features an excellent unit mix consisting of (23) one-bedroom/one-bathroom units, (16) two-bedroom/one-bathroom units and (8) two bedroom/one & ½ bath townhouse style units. The property features a modern courtyard setting centered with a sparkling pool, spacious laundry facility and secured parking. The 40,058 square foot building sits on a large 1.27 acre lot, which is MPR3 zoned. Held by the same family ownership for over 55 years, Three Lanterns Apartments is a value-add opportunity in which new ownership has an opportunity to increase rents by virtue of implementing a renovation program to the unit interiors and exteriors. Current rents are approximately twenty percent (20%+) below market. This is a rare opportunity for an investor who is looking for a value-add property in a high-end supply constrained submarket with historically low vacancy rates. Featuring character 1962 construction and well-maintained condition, this trophy investment offers historically low expenses, ease of management and superb cash flow. Three Lanterns Apartments features a Walk Score of 78/100 as it is conveniently located just a short distance from restaurants, parks and 710/10/60 freeways and East Los Angeles College (ELAC).
  1. Listed by Brian Gordon • DRE #01302670 • Brokerage DRE #01764292 • Lotus Property Services, Inc. • 626-582-8001

Property Details for 1499 Ridgecrest Street

Parking Spaces Total
71
Private Pool
No
Total Units
47.0
Building Type
Attached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
40058
Assessor Parcel Number
5252-004-058
Property Attached YN
true

Location

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Property Details for 1499 Ridgecrest Street

StatusActive
MLS #AR23075938
Days on Market355
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeResidential Income
Year Built1962
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

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Building Information for 1499 Ridgecrest Street

Building/Complex1499 Ridgecrest StFloor-Stories2Residences-Pet Policy-Year Built1962Building Size-

Payment Calculator

$77,949 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$75,585

Property Taxes

$2,364

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1499 Ridgecrest Street

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Gross Income: $985,598
  • Gross Scheduled Income: $985,598
  • Vacancy Allowance: 19540
  • Vacancy Allowance Rate: 2
  • Gross Operating Income: $966,058
  • Net Operating Income: $621,362
  • Laundry Income: $8,606
  • Gross Multiplier: 14.05
  • Cap Rate: 4.49
  • Current Financing: None
Expense Details
  • Operating Expense: $344,696
  • Operating Expense Percent: 35.00%
  • New Taxes Expense: $167,793
  • Gardener Expense: $2,880
  • Cable TV Expense: $4,894
  • Fuel Expense: $1,955
  • Licenses Expense: $2,460
  • Pest Control Expense: $2,772
  • Pool Expense: $5,260
  • Security Expense: $15,788
  • Electric Expense: $10,761
  • Insurance Expense: $21,384
  • Maintenance Expense: $48,303
  • Maintenance Percent: 5.00%
  • Professional Management Expense: $28,982
  • Workmans Compensation Expense: $2,709
  • Trash Expense: $11,319
  • Water Sewer Expense: $17,437
  • Total Expenses: $344,696
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 22895
  • Tax Census Tract: 4820.02
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Tax Lot: 2
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Laundry Equipment Own Lease: Lease
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Exterior Features
  • Security Features: Automatic Gate, Resident Manager
  • Security: Automatic Gate
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Pool Features: Community, In Ground
  • Pool Description: In Ground
  • Pool: Below Ground, Community/Common
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Lot Over 40000 Sqft
  • Number Of Units: 47
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Levels: Two
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: Standard
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Gated
  • Uncovered Spaces: 27
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 27
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 44
  • Parking Features: Gated, Tandem Covered
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Units Total: 23
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Unit Type Garage Spaces: 0
  • Unit Type Garage Attached: No
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $35,717
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $35,717
  • Unit Type Pro Forma: 41550
  • Unit Type Type: 1
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Units Total: 16
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Unit Type Garage Spaces: 0
  • Unit Type Garage Attached: No
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $29,980
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $29,980
  • Unit Type Pro Forma: 36400
  • Unit Type Type: 2
Unit 3
  • Unit Type Units Total: 8
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 2
  • Unit Type Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Unit Type Garage Spaces: 0
  • Unit Type Garage Attached: No
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $15,719
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $15,719
  • Unit Type Pro Forma: 19200
  • Unit Type Type: 3
Unit Information
  • Rent Controlled: No
  • Number Of Buildings: 1
  • Number Of Separate Electric Meters: 47
  • Number Of Separate Gas Meters: 1
  • Number Of Separate Water Meters: 1

Property History for 1499 Ridgecrest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1499 Ridgecrest Street

Taxable ValueLand$353,468Additions$938,027Total$1,291,495
Tax Record2023$28,372 ($2,364 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt40,058 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt40,058 SqFtLot Size55,415 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1962ZoningMPR3*CountyLOS ANGELESAPN5252-004-058

Schools near 1499 Ridgecrest Street

This home is within Alhambra Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brightwood Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Mark Keppel High School
Public9 to 12

Independence High (Alternative) School
Public9 to 12

Century High School
Public9 to 12

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1499 Ridgecrest Street is a multi-family home for sale in Monterey Park, CA 91754. This property was listed for sale on May 5, 2023 by Lotus Property Services, Inc., it's currently listed at $13,850,000. This listing's school district is Alhambra Unified School District. Nearby schools include Brightwood Elementary School, Mark Keppel High School and Independence High (Alternative) School. 1499 Ridgecrest Street is a 5-bed, 55-bath, 40,058 sqft multi-family home built in 1962.

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