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311 Montechico Drive, Monterey Park, California 91754, Monterey Park, 91754 - 4 bed, 3 bath

311 Montechico Drive, Monterey Park, California 91754 home-pic-0
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,320,000
311 Montechico Drive, Monterey Park, California 91754
4Beds
3Baths
2,679Sqft
7,372Lot
Year Built
1929
Close
-
List price
$1.32M
Original List price
$1.57M
Price/Sqft
$493
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
WS25172102
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Excellent View: City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Landmark, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic, Valley
Deck
Patio
ViewCity Lights,Canyon,Hills,Landmark,Mountain(s),Neighborhood,Panoramic,Valley

About this home

Possibly Over-Priced:The estimated price is 7% below the list price. We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $1.32M(87th), sqft - 2679(87th), beds - 4(69th), baths - 3(79th).

Close to waterfall in Cascades Park. Home has panoramic view of city lights & local mountains. Enjoy sunrises & sunsets from the comfort of your home. Two stained glass windows reflect craftsmanship of a by-gone era. Those who enter are often in awe of the architectural beauty, inspired by the potential, & captivated by the views from almost every room. The house fronts 2 streets & has 2 addresses. Check with the City on possible ADU with a separate address! The cul-de-sac street has a 2-car gar with an upper view deck that beckons visitors to linger before stepping back in time through the turret-style entry. Step-down lvg rm with beam ceiling, gas FP, & French doors to a covered veranda. Arched glass doors in the formal DR lead to a solarium & gated patio. Also on the 1st flr are 2 bdrms (with views), 2 ba, updated kitchen, bkfst rm with bay window, & laundry rm. Both laundry rm & living rm have direct access to the 2nd street & back yd with privacy hedge & avocado, grapefruit, persimmon, loquat, & Chinese date trees. 2nd flr viewing lounge has views east towards Kellogg Hill & San Jacinto Mtns framed by dual arched windows. This is a great place to enjoy drinks & an indoor meal while gazing at city lights. A shared bathroom is opposite the viewing lounge. There are 2 small cedar closets at each end of the viewing lounge. One 2nd flr bdrm has an easterly view with attached studio/retreat/office. The office provides a similar easterly view as the bdrm but also southwesterly views of Long Beach & Catalina. The picture window in the 4th bdrm has views of Mt. Wilson, San Gabriel Mtns, & city lights. The westerly view of the horizon, towards the distant Hollywood Sign, gives the opportunity for stunning evening sunsets. A wet bar allows for the convenience of morning coffee or evening drinks on the covered balcony that extends the length of the room. Numerous restaurants & services are within walking distance. The property is within minutes of the 10, 60, 5, & 710 Fwys & < 10 mi from Union Station & downtown LA. It is located within the highly coveted Brightwood Elementary & Mark Keppel High School Districts. 3 ductless units appear operational. Basement HVAC unit not functional. First time on the mkt in over 50 yrs. This historic home comes with a Home Warranty & New Bradford White 40G WH. The home's relaxed & peaceful energy make it an ideal place to live, unwind, and entertain. Act now and be Home for the Holidays in your new home.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/13/25
Price Change
$1,320,000-1.4%
09/24/25
Price Change
$1,338,800-4.2%
09/04/25
Price Change
$1,398,000-6.8%
08/19/25
Price Change
$1,500,000-4.3%
08/01/25
$1,568,000
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1929, this property requires substantial repairs and rehabilitation. While the listing mentions an 'updated kitchen,' no images are provided to assess its condition or recency. The visible bathroom (Image 7) is severely outdated with 1950s/60s-era tiling, fixtures, and vanity, requiring a complete renovation. Crucially, the basement HVAC unit is explicitly stated as non-functional, indicating a major system failure. Although three ductless units are operational, they do not provide a comprehensive heating/cooling solution for a home of this size and age. Other elements like light fixtures, wood paneling, and some flooring appear dated, suggesting that while the home has been maintained, it has not undergone significant modern renovations in many decades, aligning with the 'first time on the market in over 50 years' statement. The property's age and the non-functional major system necessitate significant investment to meet current standards of comfort and functionality.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Exceptional Panoramic Views: The property boasts extensive panoramic views of city lights, local mountains, Kellogg Hill, San Jacinto Mountains, Long Beach, Catalina, Mt. Wilson, San Gabriel Mountains, and the distant Hollywood Sign, offering stunning sunrises and sunsets from almost every room.
Unique Architectural Character: Built in 1929, the home features distinctive architectural elements such as stained glass windows, a turret-style entry, beam ceilings, and a step-down living room, reflecting craftsmanship and charm of a bygone era.
ADU Potential & Dual Street Frontage: Fronting two streets and having two addresses, the property offers significant potential for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) with a separate address, providing future value-add opportunities.
Strategic Location & Top Schools: Conveniently located within walking distance to numerous restaurants and services, minutes from major freeways (10, 60, 5, 710), less than 10 miles from Union Station and downtown LA, and within the highly-rated Brightwood Elementary and Mark Keppel High School Districts.
Mature Landscaping & Outdoor Living: The property features a back yard with a privacy hedge, mature fruit trees (avocado, grapefruit, persimmon, loquat, Chinese date), an upper view deck, a covered veranda, and a solarium with a gated patio, enhancing outdoor living and curb appeal.

Cons

Non-Functional Central HVAC: The basement HVAC unit is explicitly stated as non-functional, indicating a need for significant repair or replacement of the primary heating and cooling system.
Age-Related Maintenance & Updates: As a 1929-built home on the market for the first time in over 50 years, despite an updated kitchen, other major systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, roofing) may be original or require substantial investment to meet modern standards and efficiency expectations.
Limited Modern Cooling Solution: While three ductless units are operational, the absence of a fully functional central HVAC system may result in uneven cooling or higher energy costs for a large, multi-level home, potentially impacting comfort during warmer months.

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