NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 W Montecito Ave Sierra Madre, CA 91024

Estimated Value: $943,000 - $1,992,000

1 Bed
3 Baths
493 Sq Ft
$2,898/Sq Ft Est. Value

About This Home

Back on the market after 13 years, this beautiful one bedroom apartment is on the second floor of a gorgeous historic home nestled a three minute walk from adorable and lively downtown Sierra Madre. Not included in square footage is 132 sq ft balcony for dining, relaxing, and enjoying the evening or morning. Price includes ALL amenities, unheard of in the current market. Unit comes furnished. furnished is negotiable. Quiet neighborhood and ample street parking, no laundry on site but laundrette is a few blocks away. Ideal for clean, professional person or couple looking to add quality of life to their home life, living in a beautiful home in an ideal location. Lease is month to month with a $1500 deposit. Shared stairwell with Apartment C, already occupied by a young quiet professional.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
John D Lenton Trust and Lenton John D
Bought by
Lenton 2025 Trust and Lenton
Current Estimated Value
$1,428,667

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2010
Sold by
Lenton John D and The John D Lenton Trust
Bought by
Lenton John D and The John D Lenton Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$938,250
Interest Rate
4.94%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 1996
Sold by
Lenton John D
Bought by
Lenton John D and The John D Lenton Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1995
Sold by
Vega O F
Bought by
Lenton John D
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lenton 2025 Trust -- None Listed On Document
Lenton John D -- Placer Title Company
Lenton John D -- --
Lenton John D -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lenton John D $938,250
Previous Owner Lenton John D $544,185
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/15/2024 09/15/24 For Rent $2,200 +10.0% --
09/14/2024 09/14/24 Price Changed $2,000 -- $4 / Sq Ft

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 $1,261 $55,340 $34,049 $21,291
2024 $1,261 $54,256 $33,382 $20,874
2023 $1,248 $53,193 $32,728 $20,465
2022 $1,215 $52,151 $32,087 $20,064
2021 $1,167 $51,129 $31,458 $19,671
2019 $1,137 $49,615 $30,526 $19,089
2018 $1,073 $48,643 $29,928 $18,715
2016 $1,010 $46,757 $28,767 $17,990
2015 $993 $46,055 $28,335 $17,720
2014 $999 $45,153 $27,780 $17,373
Source: Public Records

Map

California Los Angeles County Sierra Madre 91024

159 W Montecito Ave, Sierra Madre, CA

This home is located at 159 W Montecito Ave, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 and is currently estimated at $1,428,667, approximately $2,897 per square foot. 159 W Montecito Ave is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Sierra Madre Elementary School, Pasadena High School, and Bethany Christian School.

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