159 North Canyon Boulevard
159 North Canyon Boulevard
$1,200,000
4
2
1,953
1,953
$614
Closed 7/1/22
Description
Accepting backup offers! This amazing property in North Monrovia includes two separate houses on an XL lot surrounded by mature landscaping that offers the utmost in privacy. The original 1914 Craftsman sits at the rear of the property and was likely a caretaker’s home before the lots were subdivided in the early 20th century. This 518-sq ft one-bedroom cottage features wood siding, gable vents, covered front porch & the original entry door. There is a living room with ceiling fan, a full bedroom,...Accepting backup offers! This amazing property in North Monrovia includes two separate houses on an XL lot surrounded by mature landscaping that offers the utmost in privacy. The original 1914 Craftsman sits at the rear of the property and was likely a caretaker’s home before the lots were subdivided in the early 20th century. This 518-sq ft one-bedroom cottage features wood siding, gable vents, covered front porch & the original entry door. There is a living room with ceiling fan, a full bedroom, and good-sized bathroom with claw foot tub/shower combo, vintage tile flooring, handmade decorative ceramic tile, blt-in cabinetry & a small wood vanity. The kitchen has wood cabinetry, double stainless sink, vintage stove & an attached breakfast room. There is also a laundry room with a door to the yard. The front house with an address of 161 N. Canyon is a remarkable 1,435 square foot French Eclectic built in 1923 that blends rustic simplicity with Classical elegance. The exterior features wood shingle siding, large brick chimney, steep hipped roof, exposed rafter tails & multi-light windows. As you enter through the original front door, the first thing you notice is all of the unpainted Brazilian gumwood crown moldings, door trims and baseboards. The living room offers a decorative brick fireplace with wood mantle, original floor register & blt-in glass-fronted bookcases. The adjacent formal dining room has more blt-in bookcases, window seat with storage, period wallpaper & a swinging door into the kitchen. Also off the living room is a sunroom/family room that could be used as a 3rd bedroom with arched windows, carpeting & a door to the rear yard. The kitchen has ample wood cabinetry with ornate nickel hardware, vinyl flooring, beadboard backsplash, vintage stove, curved walls, double sink & attached laundry area with basement access & a door to back yard. There are 2 large bedrooms, one with a wall of blt-in book shelves, that share a hallway bathroom with cast iron tub/shower combo surrounded by subway tiles, handmade ceramic tile, small wood vanity with glass hardware & the original medicine chest. Other amenities include C/A & heat, original windows, covered back patio, fruit trees & a detached two-car garage. The City has suggested that this property may qualify for landmarking, which could offer the opportunity to apply for the Mills Act Contract with significant tax savings. If you love vintage homes, this property will take your breath away!
- Listed by Donna Baker • DRE #01308772 • Brokerage DRE #01947727 • Douglas Elliman of California Inc
- Listed by Gina Ammon • DRE #01498679 • Brokerage DRE #01947727 • Douglas Elliman of California Inc
Property Details for 159 North Canyon Boulevard
Architectural Style
Cottage, French
ViewMountain(s), Neighborhood
Parking Spaces Total2
Private PoolNo
Cooling TypeCentral Forced Air, Wall/Window, Whole House Fan
Total Units2.0
Building TypeDetached
Lot Size SourceAssessor
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 07/01/2022 06:12 AM
Property Details for 159 North Canyon Boulevard
Status | Closed |
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MLS # | AR22050666 |
Days on Market | 57 |
Taxes | - |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Townhouse |
MLS Type | Residential |
Year Built | 1914 |
Lot Size | 0.23 AC / 9,820 SF |
County | Los Angeles County |
Location
Building Information for 159 North Canyon Boulevard
Stories1Residences-Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,820 SF
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$7,892 per month
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Property Information for 159 North Canyon Boulevard
Property History for 159 North Canyon Boulevard
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 159 North Canyon Boulevard
Taxable ValueLand$900,000Additions$300,000Total$1,200,000
Tax Record2023$16,111 ($1,343 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,953 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,953 SqFtLot Size9,820 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1914ZoningMORM*CountyLOS ANGELESAPN8519-031-011
Schools near 159 North Canyon Boulevard
This home is within Monrovia Unified School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | K to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Wild Rose Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Clifton Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Monrovia High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Mountain Park School PublicK to 12 |
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