$729,999
$19K PRICE DROP

236 S 5th St Montebello, CA 90640

Estimated payment $4,832/month

Total Views 6,767
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,044 Sq Ft
$699 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Laundry Room
  • 1-Story Property
  • Home Office
  • Central Air

About This Home

Welcome To The Lowest Priced Remodeled Home In The City! This stunningly updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with a versatile bonus office—perfect for remote work, a creative space, or a guest room. Just under 1,100 sq ft, this home has been fully remodeled with modern comfort and style in mind. Enjoy brand-new recessed lighting throughout, creating a warm and inviting ambiance in every room.
Step into the gorgeous, all-new kitchen featuring sleek cabinetry and contemporary finishes. The new flooring adds a fresh, modern feel, while the completely renovated bathroom offers both comfort and elegance. Upgrades continue with new energy-efficient windows, central A/C, brand-new plumbing and electrical systems, and an upgraded electrical panel—giving you peace of mind and long-term reliability.
A small basement offers additional storage space, and the attached 1-car garage provides convenience and security. Outside, enjoy two mature, fruit-bearing lemon trees, perfect for homegrown refreshment and a touch of nature.
Even better, the property is zoned and ready for an up-to-1,200 sq ft ADU—an excellent opportunity for rental income, multi-generational living, or added space down the line.
Conveniently located on Whittier Blvd, just minutes from the 5 and 60 freeways, this home offers quick access to shopping, dining, and major commuting routes.
Don’t miss this turnkey gem with modern upgrades, an ideal location, with exciting future potential!

Listing Agent

Joseph Mayorga

Better Homes and Gardens RE Brokerage Phone: 323-479-2416 License #02118816 Listed on: 07/07/2025

Better Homes and Gardens RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,257

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 5,933 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned MNR3YY

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,044 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Home Office
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 35
  • Tax Tract Number 634
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6349011010
  • $804 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,257

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Zoning: MNR3YY
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 6349011010
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1044.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Copper Plumbing Full
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 699.23
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Basement, Office

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • 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: Curbs, Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: Montebello Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5933.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1362

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5933.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 5321.01
  • Tax Lot: 35
  • Tax Tract Number: 634...
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 804.00

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $10,257 $714,000 $571,200 $142,800
2024 $10,257 $700,000 $560,000 $140,000
2023 $1,581 $63,578 $43,453 $20,125
2022 $1,530 $62,332 $42,601 $19,731
2021 $1,465 $61,111 $41,766 $19,345
2019 $1,379 $59,300 $40,528 $18,772
2018 $1,297 $58,138 $39,734 $18,404
2016 $1,237 $55,883 $38,192 $17,691
2015 $1,192 $55,045 $37,619 $17,426
2014 $1,186 $53,968 $36,883 $17,085
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2025 08/10/25 Price Changed $729,999 -1.4% $699 / Sq Ft
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Price Changed $739,999 -1.2% $709 / Sq Ft
07/07/2025 07/07/25 For Sale $749,000 +46.9% $717 / Sq Ft
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $510,000 -7.3% $489 / Sq Ft
01/31/2023 01/31/23 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2023 01/11/23 For Sale $550,000 -- $527 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Gift Deed -- Orange Coast Title
Deed -- Orange Coast Title Company
Gift Deed -- Orange Coast Title
Grant Deed $510,000 Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $456,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $433,000 Balloon
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: DW25150978

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 6349-011-010