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78 E Highland Avenue, Sierra Madre, California 91024, Sierra Madre, 91024 - bed, bath

78 E Highland Avenue, Sierra Madre, California 91024 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$2,150,000
78 E Highland Avenue, Sierra Madre, California 91024
0Bed
0Bath
2,900Sqft
9,687Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($2,150,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($2,150,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
New Permitted ADU: Features a brand new, permitted 1200 sqft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen, living room, and central heating/air, providing significant income potential or multi-generational living.
Top Cons:
Age of Original Construction: The main house was built in 1947, which, despite extensive updates, may still have underlying older infrastructure or maintenance considerations not explicitly detailed.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$2.15M vs avg $1.60M (+$550,000)82%
Size:2,900 sqft vs avg 1,934 sqft84%
Price/sqft:$741 vs avg $77744%

More Insights

Built in 1947 (78 years old).
Condition: Despite the original build year of 1947, this property has undergone extensive and recent renovations, including a 'Brand New ADU' and a 'newly permitted 540 sqft addition' to the main house. The description explicitly states 'elegantly updated' with 'modern open-concept kitchen' featuring 'upgraded custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances.' The bathrooms are also updated with modern fixtures and finishes, as seen in the images (e.g., floating vanities, black hardware, glass shower enclosures). Luxury vinyl waterproof floors are installed throughout, and the ADU includes central heating and air. All visible components appear new or virtually new, meeting current quality standards with no deferred maintenance, aligning perfectly with the 'excellent' criteria for a property extensively renovated within the last 5 years.
Year Built
1947
Close
-
List price
$2.15M
Original List price
$2M
Price/Sqft
$741
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
DW24164540
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Deck
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About this home

Brand New ADU!!! Welcome to 78 E Highland Ave in the heart of the sought-after Sierra Madre with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms. This elegantly updated single-level, two-on-the-lot home offers a modern open-concept kitchen with upgraded custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a living room with a warm fireplace for those cold winter nights. The front house consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths with 1700+ sqft of living space, which includes a newly permitted 540 sqft addition. The master bedroom offers a spacious layout with an updated en-suite, custom closet, and patio doors leading you out of a modern deck area for fresh air. Wood shutters and beautiful luxury vinyl waterproof floors throughout complete the home. Brand New permitted 1200 sqft ADU offering 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, an open-concept modern kitchen, and a living room with central heating and air. Need more space? The rear garage with limited access down the side of the house can be used as studio or office space with its pre-plumbed bathroom and your finishing touches. This home is conveniently located near the quaint downtown village of Sierra Madre which offers local shops, trendy eateries, and much more.

Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite the original build year of 1947, this property has undergone extensive and recent renovations, including a 'Brand New ADU' and a 'newly permitted 540 sqft addition' to the main house. The description explicitly states 'elegantly updated' with 'modern open-concept kitchen' featuring 'upgraded custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances.' The bathrooms are also updated with modern fixtures and finishes, as seen in the images (e.g., floating vanities, black hardware, glass shower enclosures). Luxury vinyl waterproof floors are installed throughout, and the ADU includes central heating and air. All visible components appear new or virtually new, meeting current quality standards with no deferred maintenance, aligning perfectly with the 'excellent' criteria for a property extensively renovated within the last 5 years.
Pros & Cons

Pros

New Permitted ADU: Features a brand new, permitted 1200 sqft Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen, living room, and central heating/air, providing significant income potential or multi-generational living.
Extensively Updated Main House: The single-level front house is elegantly updated with a modern open-concept kitchen (custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances), a newly permitted 540 sqft addition, and luxury vinyl waterproof floors throughout.
Prime Sierra Madre Location: Situated in the heart of the sought-after Sierra Madre, offering convenient access to the quaint downtown village, local shops, and trendy eateries.
Flexible Additional Space: Includes a rear garage with a pre-plumbed bathroom, presenting excellent potential for conversion into a studio, office, or additional living space, adding versatility.
Modern Finishes & Amenities: Both the main house and ADU boast modern finishes such as updated kitchens, luxury vinyl flooring, wood shutters, and central heating/air in the ADU, enhancing overall comfort and appeal.

Cons

Age of Original Construction: The main house was built in 1947, which, despite extensive updates, may still have underlying older infrastructure or maintenance considerations not explicitly detailed.
Limited Access to Rear Garage: The description notes 'limited access down the side of the house' to the rear garage, which could present practical challenges for its intended use as a studio/office or for vehicle access.
Recent Price Increase: The property's list price has recently increased from its original listing, which might influence buyer perception of value or negotiation flexibility.

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