$1,070,000
SOLD SEP 2, 2025

125 S Rural Dr Monterey Park, CA 91755

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,228 Sq Ft
6,750 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$871 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Monterey Vista Elementary School Rated A-
  • Granite Countertops
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

As of September 2025

Location, Location, Location! Welcome to 125 S Rural Drive, where classic charm meets endless opportunity in the heart of Monterey Park. This well-located single-story home, offers 2 beds and 2 bath with approximately 1,228 sq. ft. of living space on a generous garden backyard lot, with an additional covered patio as den or extra room. Inside, you will find a bright and inviting living room anchored by a cozy fireplace, central heating and cooling for year-round comfort, and original features that give the home its timeless character. Step outside to a spacious yard that invites you to garden, entertain, or explore future expansion possibilities. Conveniently situated near Monterey Vista Elementary, Garvey Intermediate School, shopping centers, dining options, and major freeway access, this property offers not only a comfortable lifestyle today but also long-term potential for customization or investment. This property is perfect for first-time buyers or investors seeking potential, a fantastic opportunity in a highly sought-after San Gabriel Valley neighborhood.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sor Ong

IRN REALTY Brokerage Phone: 828-655-9888 License #02098662 Listed on: 08/02/2025

IRN REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Jing Fan

Pinnacle Real Estate Group License #02091169

Pinnacle Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,050

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 6,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,228 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Schools

  • Mark Keppel High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 75
  • Tax Tract Number 9378
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5259016027

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,050

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5259016027
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1228.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Entry
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 871.34
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Gas Cooktop
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: Alhambra
  • High School: Mark Keppel
  • High School: Mark Keppel
  • High School2: MARKEP

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6750.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1550

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6750.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 75
  • Tax Tract Number: 9378

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2025
Closed on
Aug 26, 2025
Sold by
Xue Wenzhu
Bought by
Guo Jason
Seller's Agent
Sor Ong
IRN REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jing Fan
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$1,070,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
8.08%
Views
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-99.47%
Original Mortgage
$642,000
Outstanding Balance
$641,406
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$322,194

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2025
Closed on
Aug 12, 2025
Sold by
Khuong Tuan Tran Revocable Trust and Chang Lily Anh
Bought by
Guo Jason and Guo Qifang
Seller's Agent
Sor Ong
IRN REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Jing Fan
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$1,070,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
8.08%
Views
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$642,000
Outstanding Balance
$641,406
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$322,194

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2022
Sold by
Than Tran Khuong
Bought by
Tran Khuong Tuan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2011
Sold by
Chu Dominic Yau Wai
Bought by
Chu Ruth Siewming

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- Western Resources Title
Grant Deed $1,070,000 Western Resources Title
Gift Deed -- Morris Shinju S
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $642,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $0 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $180,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $80,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Sold $1,070,000 +8.1% $871 / Sq Ft
08/02/2025 08/02/25 For Sale $990,000 -- $806 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,050 $129,538 $43,457 $86,081
2024 $2,050 $126,999 $42,605 $84,394
2023 $2,078 $124,510 $41,770 $82,740
2022 $1,906 $122,069 $40,951 $81,118
2021 $1,888 $119,677 $40,149 $79,528
2019 $1,824 $116,129 $38,959 $77,170
2018 $1,722 $113,853 $38,196 $75,657
2016 $1,600 $109,434 $36,714 $72,720
2015 $1,569 $107,791 $36,163 $71,628
2014 $1,555 $96,780 $35,455 $61,325
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: WS25170757

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5259-016-027