1124 E Lemon Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016, Monrovia, 91016 - 3 bed, 3 bath

1124 E Lemon Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,729,000
1124 E Lemon Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016
3Beds
3Baths
2,296Sqft
8,428Lot
Year Built
1951
Close
-
List price
$1.73M
Original List price
$1.95M
Price/Sqft
$753
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
P1-20863
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Good View: Mountain(s)
Deck
Spa
Patio
ViewMountain(s)

About this home

Possibly Over-Priced:The estimated price is 39% below the list price. We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $1.73M(91th), sqft - 2296(88th), beds - 3(50th), baths - 3(67th).

Welcome to 1124 East Lemon, a stylish, sophisticated, updated home brimming with natural light and modern charm. Located near Bradbury, shopping, schools, and hiking trails, this three-bedroom, three-bath residence offers a wealth of amenities and versatile indoor and outdoor living spaces to enjoy for years to come.The home greets you with a stunning gabion rock terraced front yard featuring a cozy fire pit and seating area. The paver driveway, accommodates up to four cars, including an EV charger. The frosted garage door complements the home's contemporary architectural details.A dramatic beamed porch with a wagon chandelier and double-door entry welcomes you into the formal living room. The formal living room sets a warm tone with its fireplace, built-in bookcases, and beamed ceiling. Adjacent to the living room, the den and office space can be easily transformed into a playroom, billiards room, or additional bedroom. Natural light pours in through numerous skylights, dual-pane windows, and French doors, enhanced by large wagon wheel chandeliers and dimmable recessed lighting.The open floor plan flows seamlessly into the sleek chef's kitchen, perfect for gourmet meals and entertaining. The kitchen boasts stainless steel counters, seamless birch cabinetry, high-end Thermador appliances, and a walk-in pantry.The step-down dining room and spacious family room are designed to accommodate the whole family, with a convenient powder room nearby featuring custom Italian quartz flooring.All three bedrooms are located down the front hall. The full bath has a large double vanity and a shower over the tub. The primary suite serves as a luxurious retreat, complete with a rain shower and a spacious walk-in closet.Step outside to discover a backyard that is truly an entertainer's paradise. A covered patio with rich wood beams provides ample space for sitting and relaxing, while the yard features a composite deck, grassy area, and a vegetable garden. Unwind in the hot tub, adjacent to vegetable planters and a large greenhousea"perfect for indoor gardening or additional storage. Rounding out the garden are several fruit trees. Indeed, 1124 East Lemon has lemon, avocado, plum, guava, peach, and pomegranate trees.Fresh, stunning, and sophisticated, 1124 East Lemon is more than just a house; it is a perfect retreat waiting for its next owner to call it home.

Condition Rating
Excellent

Despite being built in 1951, this property has undergone an extensive and high-quality renovation, making it feel virtually new. The kitchen features high-end Thermador appliances, sleek stainless steel counters, and seamless birch cabinetry. Bathrooms boast modern fixtures, custom Italian quartz flooring, and a rain shower in the primary suite. Throughout the home, there are new hardwood and large format tile floors, modern light fixtures, dual-pane windows, skylights, and recessed lighting. The presence of solar panels and an EV charger further indicates recent, top-tier upgrades, aligning with the 'extensively renovated within 5 years' criteria.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High-End Gourmet Kitchen: The property boasts a sleek chef's kitchen equipped with stainless steel counters, seamless birch cabinetry, high-end Thermador appliances, and a walk-in pantry, ideal for culinary enthusiasts.
Exceptional Outdoor Entertainment & Gardening: The backyard is an 'entertainer's paradise' featuring a covered patio, composite deck, grassy area, hot tub, large greenhouse, vegetable garden, and multiple fruit trees, complemented by a front yard fire pit.
Modern Updates & Aesthetic Appeal: Described as a 'stylish, sophisticated, updated home' with 'contemporary architectural details,' dual-pane windows, numerous skylights, and dimmable recessed lighting, enhancing its modern charm.
Versatile & Bright Living Spaces: The home offers an open floor plan, a formal living room with a fireplace, and a flexible den/office space that can be easily transformed, all benefiting from abundant natural light.
Convenient Location & Practical Amenities: Strategically located near shopping, schools, and hiking trails, the property also features a paver driveway accommodating up to four cars, including an EV charger.

Cons

Significant Price Discrepancy: The current listing price of $1.729M is substantially higher than the property's estimated value of $1.048M, which may present a challenge in market competitiveness.
Absence of Central Air Conditioning: Despite extensive updates, the property description does not mention a cooling system, which could be a notable drawback for comfort during warmer periods.
Potential for High Maintenance on Outdoor Features: While attractive, the elaborate landscaping, garden, hot tub, and greenhouse in the 'entertainer's paradise' backyard may require significant ongoing time and financial investment for upkeep.

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