NOT LISTED FOR SALE

137 N Primrose Ave Monrovia, CA 91016

Estimated Value: $1,341,000 - $1,408,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,847 Sq Ft
$744/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 17, 2023

Last sale price $1,200,000 $650 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,584/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mountain View
  • Mayflower Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of November 2023

This charming Prairie style home is nestled within a picturesque neighborhood of vintage residences,. Rooted in the ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement, this home seamlessly melds nature, craftsmanship, and simplicity into its design, offering a harmonious living environment. The inviting front porch boasts overhanging eaves, stately columns, and posts, perfect for quiet evenings or neighborly chats. Inside, an open floor plan connects living spaces seamlessly. The living room exudes warmth, featuring a cut granite fireplace, large picture window, crown molding, and a ceiling fan. Flowing into the heart of the home, the expansive remodeled kitchen dazzles with black granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, center island with breakfast bar, and pendant lighting, A separate formal dining room awaits, complete with a ceiling fan, crown molding, and French doors that open to an outdoor courtyard, ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet, crown molding, and a ceiling fan. Its spa-like bathroom features a whirlpool tub, separate shower, double wood vanities with decorator glass bowl sinks, and stone flooring. A remodeled guest bathroom offers an elegant vanity and new flooring. Other amenities include upgraded plumbing and electrical systems, central heating & air, fresh interior paint, hardwood floors throughout, and mountain views. There is a California basement and separate laundry area, a one-car detached garage and a low-maintenance backyard. This Prairie style home combines vintage charm with modern amenities, offering comfort, craftsmanship, and a connection to nature. It invites you to embrace the timeless appeal of the Arts and Crafts movement while enjoying contemporary living. Experience the serenity, history, and unique character this home provides, inside and out. The City has indicated this home will likely qualify for landmarking and the Mills Act Contract, offering significant property tax savings to the new owners. Don't let this one get away!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Baker

JohnHart Corp. License #01308772 Listed on: 10/06/2023

Co-Listed By

Gina Ammon

JohnHart Corp. License #01498679

Last Buyer's Agent

Vickie Sun

Trustige Realty Group, Inc. License #02041988

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,935

Year Built

  • Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 8,036 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned MORL*

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,847 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Center Hall
  • Utility Basement
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Mayflower Elementary School
  • Clifton Middle School
  • Monrovia High School

Additional Features

  • Property is near a park
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 2 / D
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8519019032
  • $626 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,935

Year Built

Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: MORL*
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 8519019032
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1847.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Unfurnished
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Porch
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Price Per Square Foot: 649.70
  • Room Type: Center Hall, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Granite Counters, Remodeled, Separate Tub And Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Basement: Utility

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Flat
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Monrovia Unified
  • Elementary School: Mayflower
  • Middle School: Clifton
  • High School: Monrovia
  • Elementary School: Mayflower
  • High School: Monrovia
  • Middle Or Junior School: Clifton
  • Elementary School #2: MAYFLO
  • High School2: MONROV

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot 6500-9999, Park Nearby
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8036.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1845

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8036.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: D
  • Tax Census Tract: 4303.02
  • Tax Lot: 2
  • Tax Tract Number: 0000
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 626.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2023
Closed on
Oct 27, 2023
Sold by
Furuya Mark Junichi and Furuya Erin Christine
Bought by
Zhou Qinfeng and Liu Hai Ronc
Seller's Agent
Donna Baker
JohnHart Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Vickie Sun
Trustige Realty Group, Inc.
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Views
67
Current Estimated Value
$1,373,927

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$173,927
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.55%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2010
Sold by
Fulcrum Triangle Investments Llc
Bought by
Furuya Mark Junichi and Hurley Erin Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$479,200
Interest Rate
5.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2010
Sold by
Granderson Kwame J
Bought by
Fulcrum Triangle Investments Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$479,200
Interest Rate
5.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2006
Sold by
Granderson Mara
Bought by
Granderson Kwarne J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$418,600
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2001
Sold by
Crockett Monica M
Bought by
Laidlaw Michael K and Laidlaw Sokhay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$253,600
Interest Rate
7.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1997
Sold by
Crockett Monica M Tr
Bought by
Crockett Monica M and Carl D Crockett & Monica M Crockett Decl
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Zhou Qinfeng $1,200,000 Pacific Coast Title
Furuya Mark Junichi $599,000 Provident Title Company
Fulcrum Triangle Investments Llc -- None Available
Granderson Kwarne J -- Old Republic Title Company
Granderson Kwame J $598,000 Old Republic Title Company
Laidlaw Michael K $317,000 Lawyers Title Company
Crockett Monica M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Furuya Mark Junichi $479,200
Previous Owner Granderson Kwame J $418,600
Previous Owner Granderson Kwarne J $59,800
Previous Owner Laidlaw Michael K $253,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/17/2023 11/17/23 Sold $1,200,000 0.0% $650 / Sq Ft
10/25/2023 10/25/23 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2023 10/06/23 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $650 / Sq Ft
09/01/2016 09/01/16 Rented $3,300 0.0% --
08/07/2016 08/07/16 Price Changed $3,300 -2.9% $2 / Sq Ft
07/15/2016 07/15/16 For Rent $3,400 -- --
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 $15,935 $1,224,000 $1,069,776 $154,224
2024 $15,935 $1,200,000 $1,048,800 $151,200
2023 $10,032 $743,167 $576,795 $166,372
2022 $9,739 $728,596 $565,486 $163,110
2021 $9,546 $714,311 $554,399 $159,912
2019 $9,087 $693,126 $537,956 $155,170
2018 $8,851 $679,536 $527,408 $152,128
2016 $8,505 $653,151 $506,929 $146,222
2015 $8,318 $643,341 $499,315 $144,026
2014 $8,229 $630,740 $489,535 $141,205
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: AR23187011

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 8519-019-032