171 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
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OFF MARKET

$1,025,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,520 sqft

171 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016

Est. Refi. Payment $6,308/mo*
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.03M
Since last month
Decreased$15K (-1.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$25K (-2.4%)
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 +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.03M
August 2026$1.03M
July 2026$1.04M
June 2026$1.05M
May 2026$1.06M
April 2026$1.04M
March 2026$1.1M
February 2026$1.06M
January 2026$1.03M
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2023
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
269 N Alta Vista Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$900,000
08/25/26
3
2
1,402
336 W Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
03/26/26
4
1
2,456
119 S Alta Vista Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$930,006
09/15/25
3
2
1,504
254 Heather Heights Ct, Monrovia, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
07/24/26
4
2
1,753
334 Linwood Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,053,455
03/25/26
3
2
1,550
416 W Hillcrest Blvd, Monrovia, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$910,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,084
333 Heather Heights Ct, Monrovia, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$982,000
07/07/26
3
2
1,289
347 Linwood Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$780,000
07/28/26
2
1
780
234 N Alta Vista Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,255,000
09/19/25
4
3
2,072
135 El Nido Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$925,000
02/12/26
3
2
1,366

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
206 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.06
$1,178,300
2
2
1,529
Off Market
162 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.04
$1,107,800
2
2
1,076
Off Market
139 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.07
$1,715,100
3
3
2,306
Off Market
151 N Magnolia Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.08
$1,125,000
4
2
1,630
Off Market
149 N Magnolia Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.08
$1,278,600
3
3
1,301
Off Market
234 N Alta Vista Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.12
$1,551,300
4
3
2,072
Off Market
172 N Magnolia Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.10
$1,411,100
2
1
1,397
Off Market
134 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.09
$1,039,000
2
2
918
For Sale
212 N Magnolia Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.11
$1,191,800
3
2
1,430
Off Market
122 N Alta Vista Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.11
$2,075,000
5
3.5
3,285
Off Market
129 N Magnolia Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.12
$1,332,400
3
2
1,441
Off Market
234 N Magnolia Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
0.15
$989,000
3
1.5
1,934
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1911
1,520 sqft
$675/sqft

About this House

Please read the entire ad ALL THE WAY to the bottom before emailing.
** Showings to begin November 8th**
All adults will be required to have a 675 FICO score or higher, no exceptions. Please use email only, I do not check my zillow, hotpads and trulia messages. Please include a date and time you would like to see the property in your email.

Charming Craftsman home located in North Monrovia. This 1,500 sq ft 3 bedroom 1 bath house features central heating and air, spacious living room with original built ins, kitchen with dishwasher, and more. Driveway parking is available but there is no garage. Please note this is a 110 year old house and comes with all the quirks of a historic home.

Available now! Rent is $2,950, security deposit is $2,950. We show the property Monday - Friday between 9am and 5pm. Please include a date and time you would like to see the property.

** Due to the high level of spam I receive, please DO NOT use this websites messaging system. Please e-mail me directly at micah.adams @ century21.com from your email address**
171 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,520 sqft single-family home built in 1911. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2021 with an asking price of $2,950 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 20, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,025,600, with a rent estimate of $3,881/month.

Home Details for 171 Melrose Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1911Year Updated: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1Parking: Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7073 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 20, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Nov 4, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,950
Jun 23, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$4,950
Feb 12, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$4,950

Market trends in Monrovia

Last updated July 2026
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Around this home

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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  • Shesobudha
    "I live with my Parents, once again years ago, and as my body has Cancer, I am back again. Monrovia extremely, safe! Great schools side walks town center Historical homes, craftsman built and unique mixture of statues universalized people. Seriously you can find a home, buy it! Great investments Right out from the city of LA County"
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  • Shan Lin
    "I love living here , area is safe and very convenient , many restaurants, grocery stores, department stores and convenience stores. Love the old town Monrovia and the farmers market and very Friday night which is very family and kids friendly!"
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  • Ccdoolittle
    "I commute or walking to stores Easy bus stops Necessary things are close and over for citizens is discounted "
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  • Arlanna Jackson
    "Peaceful and quiet, friendly neighbors all the stores and food places are very convenient walking distance"
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  • P222gnymdy
    "I have lived here for 4 years and have enjoyed every minute. Great downtown and always something going on. "
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  • Vermillionm19
    "210 usually gets packed. So I have to leave a little earlier. Other than that it’s fine. Very smooth ride and easy to get around. "
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  • Y5bfkcccgs
    "I’ve worked in this area for years and loved it and only moved into this town this past year and it’s been a really peaceful neighborhood that feels super safe to live in! "
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  • Pescadi123
    "Privacy and people are pleasant. There are many restaurants and stores close. I feel safe and feel I can walk around with confidence. "
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  • Christa Serrano
    "Cars tend to avoid stop signs and speed limits, keep your kids safe inside your yards if they play outside"
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  • Miguel Cardenas
    "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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  • Natedelrosario
    "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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  • Natedelrosario
    "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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  • Psdspeaks
    "Great schools! Wonderful parks and several grocery stores. The ppl are friendly and the community is safe. "
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  • Kimsamuels2005
    "It is convenient for me to get to my work. The gold line is easily accessible to take me to LA when I have a need."
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  • Acnegrete2
    "Love the area, it is very family friendly. And also very quiet but lively at the same time. Great food, lots of parks, and the community has many events. "
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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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  • Veronica M.
    "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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  • Sam
    "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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  • Christinamassey
    "Very easy Frwy access, currently 15 min to work but normal commute time can be a problem with 40 min trips on the 210."
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  • Susan L.
    "Great neighbors and community. Cannot speak to schools as my children went to private schools. People look out for one another. I LOVE living in Monrovia. Great cross-section of age groups."
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  • Sherwin B.
    "Love Monrovia, it's a family oriented city and really safe for kids. You want to stay here forever"
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  • Allison A.
    "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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  • Aminarax626
    "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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  • Kristenawunderlich
    "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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  • Jaylene
    "Dog owners would like to live here, but dogs are not allowed in some shops. "
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  • Anu D. N.
    "Great parks and hiking trails Friendly neighbors But schools are Little lower than average. Food is great mostly American. Starting to get more diverse. Beautiful small town "
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  • Saldanaalain
    "Dogs on the loose. Dogs without their leashes is also something people in Monrovia would not like. They would like when dogs are friendly."
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  • Marcjuregui
    "I love this city, its secure place to live, People are nice and the comuinite is really acting... the city is nice and clean and the parks are secure in clean."
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  • Gwiin C.
    "There are great parks and schools in my neighborhood. Everyone is friendly and looks out for each other."
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  • Kimberly G.
    "I work in Monrovia and this place is beautiful from morning to night. Most people are very friendly. "
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  • Kristenawunderlich
    "Farmers market every friday plus the city is constantly throwing events for all the holidays. Friendly quiet neighborhoods. Trees and animals everywhere with a beautiful view of the mountain top especially when it snows. "
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  • Reina D.
    "Every holiday makes our community special. Myrtle always provides safe and fun events for our family. "
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  • Jessica M.
    "We have a street fair every Friday and the community holds a lot of special events for most holidays throughout the year"
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  • Melanie W.
    "Downtown events in general. Something nice is the summer concerts in the park. We also enjoy the Fourth of July celebration with fireworks. "
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  • Rogaskin
    "I love Monrovia, since we’ve been here we’ve felt nothing but welcomed. There’s a lot of places to eat & things to do with family & kids. "
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  • Tlt322
    " the neighbors are very friendly and helpful. very nice place to walk in. lots of places yo eat nearby. "
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  • Sarah S.
    "My neighborhood is walking distance to the metro and Lyfts are discounted by the city for public transportation around town "
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  • Tomhyatt
    "Yes we rock. Old town. Bars, movie theatre, hiking, accessible to freeway, friendly, animal friendly. Parks and rec library. We got it"
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  • Lunayvette67
    "Street festival- all American city~ Good schools -good fire station- Downtown area with great parks and recreation"
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Frequently asked questions about 171 Melrose Ave

  • What is 171 Melrose Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 171 Melrose Ave in Monrovia, CA is $1,025,600.
  • 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.
  • What are the closest schools to 171 Melrose Ave?
    The closest schools to 171 Melrose Ave in Monrovia, CA are Clifton Middle School (rated 7/10), Mayflower Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 10/10), Monrovia High School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 171 Melrose Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 171 Melrose Ave in Monrovia, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 171 Melrose Ave?
    The lot at 171 Melrose Ave in Monrovia, CA is about 0.16 acres (7,073 sq ft).

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