$1,750,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2025

751 Ridgeside Dr Monrovia, CA 91016

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,579 Sq Ft
0.53 Acres

Recently Sold

$679 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mayflower Elementary School Rated A
  • City Lights View
  • 0.53 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 751 Ridgeside Drive, a sophisticated and stylish Mid Century Modern home, nestled in an exclusive area of North Monrovia. There are panoramic, thought provoking views from the mostly every room in the house. The floorplan flows seamlessly between rooms, each with a personal touch, and filled with natural light. The living room has an inviting fireplace leading to the dining area. The kitchen is a chef's’s dream, with gorgeous granite, modern appliances, custom cabinetry, and unobstructed breathtaking views of city lights, and majestic mountains. You will love hosting parties here, with elegant exterior lighting, and patio decks surrounding the home. All include watching the drama of the sunset while sipping a glass of wine often. The primary bedroom offers a stone fireplace, walk-in closet, and an updated on suite bath. There are 2 bedrooms, a living room, den, dining room, kitchen and 2 beautiful baths upstairs. Downstairs there are 2 additional bedrooms: 1 of them is a Guest Retreat, with a private entrance, lovely bathroom, walk-in closet, kitchenette, and a private entrance. The Guest Retreat can be used for muti-generational living, possible income, a gym, office, or wherever your imagination takes you. It is fantastic. In addition, there is a large pantry for storage of sundries, and a 3rd Walk in closet. Finally, there is a spectacular and precise temperature controlled Wine Cellar, that any of the most experienced Sommeliers would love, Solar power, a newer expensive irrigation system, and a 2 car attached garage.
The exterior has 2 flowing fountains, rear patio with built in bbq, more views, and several beautiful and sumptuous trees: Apricot, plum, lemon, tangerine, pomegranate, grapefruit trees, and others, perched on an incredible 23,228 Sqft lot per assessor. You can purchase a truly unique, large, and valuable property that would be perfect for a potential additional cottage to be built. This piece of paradise pleases all of your senses, and provides the true California lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy Elieff

Beverly and Company, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 626-926-1081 License #00972276 Listed on: 03/15/2025

Beverly and Company, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Villegas

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage License #01890049

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned MORF*

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Combination Of Materials Used In The Driveway
  • Driveway Up Slope From Street

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Canyon
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Interior Block Wall
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,579 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Dry Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Track Lighting
  • Entryway
  • Wine Cellar
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Rear Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Suburban Location

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Tax Tract Number 1452
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8501003005
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Foothills

Recreation

  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: MORF*
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 8501003005
  • Year Built: 1949
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2579.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Block Walls, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Living Room Deck Attached, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Track Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Bonus Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 678.56
  • Room Type: Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry, Wine Cellar
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Exhaust Fan(s), Granite Counters, Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled, Separate Tub And Shower, Upgraded
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Basement: Finished

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • View: Canyon, City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio Open, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway - Combination, Concrete, Paved, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23241.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5335

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 23241.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Tract Number: 1452

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 15, 2025
Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Murray Thomas W and Murray Marlys M
Bought by
Blancarte Steven Joseph and Blancarte Lucinda Z
Seller's Agent
Nancy Elieff
Beverly and Company, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Paul Villegas
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
3.24%
Views
50
Current Estimated Value
$1,742,602

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,398
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.72%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2001
Sold by
Phillips Earl H and Phillips Audrey G
Bought by
Murray Thomas W and Murray Marlys M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
7.24%
Source: Public Records

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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 $1,750,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $500,000 Equity Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,000 No Value Available
Closed $50,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $1,750,000 +3.2% $679 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Pending -- -- --
03/15/2025 03/15/25 For Sale $1,695,000 -- $657 / 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 $9,893 $738,630 $560,184 $178,446
2024 $9,893 $724,148 $549,200 $174,948
2023 $9,666 $709,950 $538,432 $171,518
2022 $9,386 $696,030 $527,875 $168,155
2021 $9,198 $682,383 $517,525 $164,858
2019 $8,759 $662,145 $502,176 $159,969
2018 $8,495 $649,163 $492,330 $156,833
2016 $8,160 $623,957 $473,213 $150,744
2015 $7,981 $614,585 $466,105 $148,480
2014 $7,904 $602,547 $456,975 $145,572
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PF25057150

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 8501-003-005