$1,180,000
SOLD OCT 7, 2024

715 Metro Dr Monterey Park, CA 91755

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
6,930 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$562 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garvey (Richard) Intermediate School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Patio

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to 715 Metro Drive, Monterey Park! Discover the charm and potential of this 2,100 sq.ft. home, located in a quiet and highly sought-after neighborhood. This well-maintained property features a new roof, brand-new AC systems, new flooring throughout the main two levels, and fresh paint inside and out. The beautifully updated backyard landscaping adds to its curb appeal. Inside, the home offers four spacious bedrooms and three full baths, including a convenient downstairs bedroom and a primary suite upstairs. The primary suite is a private retreat with a full bathroom, double sinks, a separate shower stall, and a soaking tub. This home is now on the market after more 40 years, and with “good bones” and basic upgrades in place, offers a good opportunity for the next owner’s personal touch and creativity. Located in the heart of Monterey Park, you’ll enjoy the tranquility of a residential neighborhood while being just minutes away from the vibrant city life of Los Angeles. Don’t miss the chance to turn this house into your dream home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wendy Wong

Engel & Völkers Pasadena Brokerage Phone: 818-818-8998 License #01877030 Listed on: 08/13/2024

Engel & Völkers Pasadena

Last Buyer's Agent

Bonnie Tsai

Pinnacle Real Estate Group License #01908417

Pinnacle Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,932

Year Built

  • Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 6,930 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned MPR1*

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Additions or Alterations
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Mark Keppe High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3
  • Tax Tract Number 22290
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5260026003
  • $476 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,932

Year Built

Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Other Phone Description: 8188188998
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: MPR1*
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5260026003
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2100.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 561.90
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Tile Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: City Lights, Park/Greenbelt
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: Alhambra
  • High School: Mark Keppe
  • High School: Mark Keppe
  • High School2: MARKEP2

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6930.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1591

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6930.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4826.00
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Tract Number: 22290
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 476.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 13, 2024
Closed on
Sep 25, 2024
Sold by
Barbara Kwok Family Trust and Kwok Susie Choi
Bought by
Chen Tiffany and Chen Zhennifo
Seller's Agent
Wendy Wong
Engel & Völkers Pasadena
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Tsai
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-5.6%
Views
56
Current Estimated Value
$1,179,054

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$946
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.09%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2009
Sold by
Kwok Susie C and Kwok Barbara Tze
Bought by
Kwok Barbara Tze and Barbara Kwok Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2009
Sold by
Kwok Barbara Tze and Kwok Barbara T
Bought by
Kwok Barbara Tze and Barbara Kwok Family Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,180,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/07/2024 10/07/24 Sold $1,180,000 -9.2% $562 / Sq Ft
08/13/2024 08/13/24 Price Changed $1,300,000 +4.0% $619 / Sq Ft
08/13/2024 08/13/24 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $595 / 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 $5,932 $1,180,000 $865,500 $314,500
2024 $5,932 $420,571 $169,479 $251,092
2023 $5,736 $412,325 $166,156 $246,169
2022 $5,479 $404,242 $162,899 $241,343
2021 $5,442 $396,316 $159,705 $236,611
2019 $5,240 $384,563 $154,969 $229,594
2018 $5,189 $377,024 $151,931 $225,093
2016 $4,768 $362,385 $146,032 $216,353
2015 $4,674 $356,943 $143,839 $213,104
2014 $4,612 $349,952 $141,022 $208,930
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PF24167650

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5260-026-003