159-161 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
OFF MARKET
Listed by Paula Walker, COMPASS, (626) 825-5550 . Bought with ACG FUNDING

$1,287,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 2,291 sqft

159-161 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016

Est. Refi. Payment $8,137/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 21, 2024 for $1,300,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.29M
Since last month
Decreased$39K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Increased$27K (+2.1%)
Since last sale
Decreased$3K (-0.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +16% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.3M
August 2026$1.29M
July 2026$1.34M
June 2026$1.31M
May 2026$1.29M
March 2026$1.3M
February 2026$1.28M
January 2026$1.26M
2025
2024
2023

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
113-115 N Ivy Ave E, Monrovia, CA
0.13
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$1,050,000
07/22/26
3
2
1,386
210 N Encinitas Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.12
Multi-Family Home
$1,459,000
03/23/26
5
3
1,995
132 Poinsettia Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.18
Multi-Family Home
$1,285,000
05/15/26
5
3.5
2,148
604 E Lemon Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$937,000
11/19/25
4
2
1,780
223 N Mountain Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.59
Multi-Family Home
$950,000
07/18/26
4
2
1,656
520 E Lime Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$1,010,000
05/08/26
5
3
1,437
307 E Olive Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$1,023,000
12/04/25
5
4
2,079

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
156 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.04
$1,387,000
3
2.5
1,867
Off Market
163 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.01
$1,288,000
4
2.5
2,200
For Sale
128 N Ivy Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.08
$1,120,000
3
2
1,008
Recently Sold
168 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.04
$1,000,100
2
2
1,036
Off Market
147 N Ivy Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.07
$986,500
2
2
1,130
Off Market
115 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.11
$1,123,400
3
1
1,655
Off Market
131 N Ivy Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.10
$675,000
3
2
1,296
Recently Sold
176 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.05
$1,463,700
5
3
2,272
Off Market
144 N Encinitas Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.10
$940,400
2
1
876
Off Market
113-115 N Ivy Ave E, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.13
$1,050,000
3
2
1,386
Recently Sold
235 E Foothill Blvd #B, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.13
$650,000
2
1.5
1,134
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 159-161 May Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1953
2,291 sqft
$562/sqft
Garage

About this House

Two houses on a lot. Front house is a single level traditional with 3 bedrooms 1 bath. Fireplace in living room of front house. Separate two car garage, patio and fenced back yard area. The back house built in the 1980's has a more contemporary style with 3 bedrooms 2 baths. All of the living area and bedrooms are upstairs in back house. Two garage attached garage below. Small enclosed backyard and patio area.Laundry hook ups for both houses are in the garages. Easy access to Old Town Monrovia. Many amenities of movie theatre, restaurants, grocery shopping and an asundry of other businesses.
159-161 May Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,291 sqft multi-family built in 1953. It last sold for $1,300,000 on Aug 21, 2024 (7% below the $1,400,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,287,200, with a rent estimate of $3,094/month.

Home Details for 159-161 May Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas RangeLaundry: In Garage
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Spa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, VinylCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Vinyl
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 76

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Contemporary,Traditional
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Included in Sale: Stoves in both housesParcel Number: 8519030007

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,400,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 26 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: MonroviaCommunity: Not Applicable

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2291 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Biking, Foothills, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7502 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

No Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: P1-17555Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (626) 825-5550Universal Property Id: US-06037-N-8519030007-R-N

Additional Information

BikingFoothillsSidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 27, 2024
Source: CRMLS #P1-17555
Pending
$1,400,000
Aug 21, 2024
Source: CRMLS #P1-17555
Sold
$1,300,000
Jul 22, 2024
Source: CRMLS #P1-17555
Contingent
$1,400,000
Jun 13, 2024
Source: CRMLS #P1-17555
PendingToActive
$1,400,000
May 17, 2024
Source: CRMLS #P1-17555
Contingent
$1,400,000

Market trends in Monrovia

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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What Locals Say about Monrovia

At least 409 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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    "The neighborhood is nice and quiet. Sometimes too quiet. The parks are nice and clean. There are plenty of hiking trails and the downtown area is very oldtown feeling. "
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    "There are a lot of dog owners here.. most of the owners are friendly and seem to have control of their dogs, no problems with aggressive dogs or out of control dogs.. they pick up after their dogs all the time "
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    "Streets are safe And everyone looks out for one another .. there’s old town Monrovia down myrtle street that has Great shops and food "
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  • Erin
    "I commute 20 minutes to work. With traffic, it can take up to 30 minutes max. Traffic around Monrovia is not bad. "
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    "There is a lovely new dog park opening soon. However some of the sidewalks in this neighborhood are grown over/covered in grass, so it can be tough walking if you don’t want to go into the street. "
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  • Anon
    "Not every dog owner cleans up after their dog. It’s a consistent problem that people put up signs that tell them to not walk by their house "
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    "They love their afternoon walks., sometimes you see neighbors walking the dog’s together., alway saying hi to others.. you feel welcome when you walk by them"
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    "I personally do not use public transportation however when I have it’s been clean and safe. The commute to downtown LA is very easy."
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    "I love Monrovia. It is a very homey city in the foothills with an extremely neighbourly feel. I absolutely love it! PLUS is is very racially integrated which is a huge plus. the type of neighborhood where everyone says hi to u when you're walking down the street."
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    "i see people walking their dogs all around. it is a very dog friendly town. with more than one dog park. it is a safe place to walk around with your dog. most people seem to have their dogs well trained. "
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Frequently asked questions about 159-161 May Ave

  • What is 159-161 May Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 159-161 May Ave in Monrovia, CA is $1,287,200.
  • What is the price history for 159-161 May Ave?
    159-161 May Ave in Monrovia, CA last sold for $1,300,000 in August 2024.
  • Is Monrovia a buyer's or seller's market?
    Monrovia is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Monrovia?
    Residents describe Monrovia, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Monrovia, CA.
  • Does 159-161 May Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 159-161 May Ave in Monrovia, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 159-161 May Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 159-161 May Ave in Monrovia, CA has laundry facilities.

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