243 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
OFF MARKET
Listed by Brian Gordon, Lotus Property Services, Inc., (626) 582-8001 . Bought with Remax Dream Properties

$1,135,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 912 sqft

243 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006

Est. Refi. Payment $7,250/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 6, 2025 for $1,150,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.14M
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-1%)
Since last year
Decreased$69K (-5.7%)
Since last sale
Decreased$14K (-1.2%)
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 +88% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.14M
August 2026$1.15M
July 2026$1.15M
June 2026$1.16M
May 2026$1.16M
March 2026$1.14M
February 2026$1.14M
January 2026$1.14M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
320 Laurel Ave, Arcadia, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
02/24/26
2
2
1,514
213 E Floral Ave, Arcadia, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,249,888
08/07/26
3
2
1,574
324 Fowler Dr, Monrovia, CA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$898,000
11/20/25
2
1
1,116
721 W Colorado Blvd, Monrovia, CA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$840,000
08/25/26
2
1
973
644 W Colorado Blvd, Monrovia, CA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
12/02/25
2
1
1,071
855 W Walnut Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/14/26
2
1
804
305 S Mayflower Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.77
Single-Family Home
$918,000
04/08/26
2
1
912
311 San Antonio Rd, Arcadia, CA
0.76
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
07/16/26
2
1
856
846 W Hillcrest Blvd, Monrovia, CA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$950,000
12/24/25
2
2
960

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
239 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007
0.01
$2,677,900
4
4.5
3,442
Off Market
241 E Floral Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.07
$1,232,500
3
2
1,350
Off Market
213 E Floral Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.09
$1,249,888
3
2
1,574
Recently Sold
204 E Floral Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.09
$1,165,200
3
1
1,282
Off Market
307 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.05
$2,528,000
4
5
3,669
Off Market
825 N 2nd Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.14
$1,399,500
3
2
1,157
Off Market
320 Laurel Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.13
$1,100,000
2
2
1,514
Recently Sold
218 E Haven Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.11
$1,580,000
4
4.5
2,787
For Sale
200 E Haven Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.14
$1,568,000
5
4
2,354
Recently Sold
306 E Haven Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.11
$2,462,000
5
6
4,205
Off Market
338 Laurel Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
0.16
$1,726,200
4
3
2,769
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 243 E Forest Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1940
912 sqft
$1,245/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Charming Arcadia Opportunity with ADU Potential – First Time on Market in Nearly 50 Years!

Welcome to 243 E. Forest Ave, a rare find nestled in one of Arcadia’s most desirable neighborhoods with access to top-rated schools. This classic home, available for the first time in nearly five decades, exudes timeless character with original hardwood floors, beautifully plastered walls, elegant coved ceilings, and a dedicated laundry room. Thoughtful upgrades include newer HVAC, dual-pane windows, roof, and water heater, offering energy saving, comfort and peace of mind. This home also features a brand-new concrete driveway, showcasing excellent curb appeal, designed for both style and durability.

The expansive backyard offers alley access and is ready for expansion. Included in the sale are previously approved design documents for an 800 SF, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ADU. The buyer may resubmit the plans and pay the applicable fees to obtain a new permit through the City of Arcadia. A separate water service line has already been installed, and all remaining utilities are conveniently located in the alley next to the proposed ADU site—making this an ideal setup for future development or multi-generational living.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home with vintage charm and modern growth potential in a premier Arcadia location!
243 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 912 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $1,150,000 on Oct 6, 2025 (4% below the $1,195,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2022 with an asking price of $2,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 5, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,135,000, with a rent estimate of $3,030/month.

Home Details for 243 E Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 912 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Inside,Laundry RoomRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: MainAccessibility: NoneFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: NoneFencing: Chain LinkFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 10

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyIncluded in Sale: Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/DryerParcel Number: 5772020015

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,195,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 06 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Arcadia
School Information
Elementary School: Highland OaksJr High / Middle School: FoothillsHigh School: ArcadiaHigh School District: Arcadia Unified

Community

Community Features: Foothills, Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7262 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Submit all offers with POF to brian@lotuspropertyservices.netListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: AR25189298Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 626-582-8001Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-5772020015-R-N

Additional Information

FoothillsStreet LightsSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 6, 2025
Source: CRMLS #AR25189298
Sold
$1,150,000
Sep 2, 2025
Source: CRMLS #AR25189298
Pending
$1,195,000
Aug 21, 2025
Source: CRMLS #AR25189298
Listed For Sale
$1,195,000
Aug 5, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
ListingRemoved
Aug 2, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listed For Rent
$2,800

Market trends in Arcadia

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.55M
$57.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$712
$3MoM
Available listings
200
9MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Arcadia

At least 445 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say kids play outside

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 26 % Say there are community events

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  • Nathan Shawn
    "Very dog friendly neighborhood I see people walking their dogs however some of the sidewalks are not suitable for walking "
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  • Cristina Sherazee
    "It’s is very calm. You hardly see kids playing outside or getting in trouble. Schools and staff overall are really good and caring."
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  • Jerald Traylor
    "MY commute is short around San Gabriel valley and I know short cuts due to familiarity to the area. "
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  • Laughyfl0r
    "Schools in the area are great! The high school has excellent sports programs especially baseball. The football field is always busy with activities or even just for daily exercise."
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  • Becki Jensen
    "Arcadia is not the city it used to be. I have lived here over 40 years. If I were younger I would live elsewhere. "
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  • Danizalez
    "All dog owners in my community are respectful and pick up after their pets. Typically all their pets are friendly dogs. Safe around children and/or dog owner have trained them well. "
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  • Danizalez
    "Best of the Best! Hands down! Wife grew up here. We both have lived and worked in Arcadia for years. Children graduated from Arcadia High. We value our community it is becoming an expensive location to purchase a family home. It's upsetting to see these huge lots become nothing but ADU investments taking away the fundamental essence of family traditional home living. It's crazy. And if you were to see the bigger picture in the near future, it be no different than apartment living @ a more affordable rate. That's my take from Arcadia. Meanwhile we love it yet the future is uncertain. "
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  • Mom of 3
    "The schools are over crowded and many of them need a lot of them need repairs. There is no hot running water at the high school for students to wash their hands and the high school bathrooms are always dirty, "
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  • Andrew K.
    "Nice home but did my due diligence and decide against purchase. Would recommend all buyers do the same"
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  • Laura.meda.aguilar
    "Holiday festivals like 4th of July fireworks and entertainment. Also the December holiday festival with booths and food trucks "
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  • Mk2hqv9kfd
    "Loads of traffic that go through traveling between 10 and 210 freeways. Had a car flip in front of my house and then another car crashed into front lawn next door within the same month this year. Would not recommend for walking but driving can also be a hassle because streets are engineered awkwardly. Lots of streets with merging in weird places. Last, id say meth has gotten to be a problem here with the homeless but unfortunately I imagine that is true in many areas."
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  • Guthriemilinda6
    "The school district is overall rated in the top 4% for the whole country. And it is a public school with uniforms "
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  • cristian m.
    "This place look's ok but rent is high. If your looking to rent this place I would wait when they lower the rent. Really high rent prices people aren't going to rent. And landlords at the end dont want their properties just sitting there. So their gonna have to lower the price. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Too many homeless and too little law enforcement. Property crime is on the rise and traffic is getting worse and worse"
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  • Mminiego
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 3 years and I really love living here. It’s safe and close to everything."
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  • Mminiego
    "Safe and quiet neighborhood. Great school district. Not as congested as other LA County cities. Awesome!"
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  • Mminiego
    "I lived in the area for 3 years. Folks are friendly and quiet. It’s safe city and an overall pleasant city to live in."
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  • Moniquelorenasanchez
    "It’s quieter than one might think! It’s peaceful and is a great place to raise a family. school district is great too!"
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  • Pierrehsu
    "I lived here for many years. Arcadia has pretty much everything one needs. Supermarkets, hospital, mall, movie theater, international restaurants, golf courses, horse race track, good schools, ... etc. "
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  • 29763624
    "Safety is the most important, and school district, neatness, neighbor is friendly. And grocery is near by . Quiet neighborhood "
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  • Louis P. B.
    "Great police protection , their very prompt, and very kind department ! We have great schools , arcadia high school is # 1 among California. We have wonderful athletes that graduate from this school!"
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  • Fiona J.
    "I have to drive, the neighborhood I work in has unsafe public transportation. I trust the goldline though "
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  • Amanda
    "My commute to downtown Alhambra is 15 minutes. The 210 freeways and605 are nearby. There’s also a shopping mall nearby as well. "
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  • Lind.johnson1128
    "Dog owners: many dog lovers in my neighborhood. I think we all keep an eye for our animals. I also think Landlords should not start asking for dog rent when we are trying to improve about adopting pets. "
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  • Aksarmenta
    "I see a lot of dog walkers here and I don’t think there’s nothing that they would not like. It’s quiet, spacious and people are nice and friendly. "
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  • Adriana
    "There is a good variety of dog parks around and many people have dogs. However to walk your dog you must keep them on a leash."
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  • Carol
    "We have many events for children, elders, and middle aged adults! There are many holiday events. One of them is the Halloween maze."
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  • Diana G.
    "Farmers market, closure of streets for events, family friendly , most people are decent and cordial. A lot of great restaurants and bars for night life. It’s also very quiet at night so it’s not disruptive . "
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  • Cathyl666888
    "It’s a safe community and this neighborhood is convenient to commute to downtown or nearby communities."
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  • Jeanette H. .
    "There are a lot of events at the santa Anita race track and arboretum like 626 night market and light festivals. There are large beautiful old trees, great access to the goldline and city transits "
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  • Anna
    "There is a large park near by, dog lovers here always numb I to dog walkers, groomers in walking distance and a few dog play places & boarding near by"
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  • Guthriemilinda6
    "Beautiful, green, quite, clean, friendly, good schools, I grew up here!! I wish I could afford to move here and raise my children"
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  • Debbie C.
    "Live Oak gets very hectic during rush hour. I live close to the freeways so it is very convenien I consider my commute very good"
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  • Robert C.
    "sketchy, driver's don't signal, and will regularly cut off pedestrians and bicycles. if you live in the county part of Arcadia (unincorporated) police)fire response is long."
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  • Brandon8168
    "Expensive, but neighborhood are just like a big city and people in big city usually are not friendly "
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  • Guthriemilinda6
    "Metro is a little walk to get to downtown LA, amazing and safe neighborhood, Always feel safe here. "
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  • Maria5870
    "Summer music Festival at the park and Arcadia parade there is also Santa Anita track events often and Christmas contests "
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  • Maria
    "Great place to walk dogs there is nothing negative to say it’s safe at any time of the day or night. Well lighted and friendly people."
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  • Taryn R.
    " My commute is very easy. Use streets to get around and it is usually very stress free and always a nice drive home."
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  • Mminiego
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time but the owners are not consistent in picking up after their dog."
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Frequently asked questions about 243 E Forest Ave

  • What is 243 E Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 243 E Forest Ave in Arcadia, CA is $1,135,000.
  • What is the price history for 243 E Forest Ave?
    243 E Forest Ave in Arcadia, CA last sold for $1,150,000 in October 2025.
  • Is Arcadia a buyer's or seller's market?
    Arcadia is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Arcadia?
    The median sale price in Arcadia is $1.55M. That is up $57.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 243 E Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 243 E Forest Ave in Arcadia, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 243 E Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 243 E Forest Ave in Arcadia, CA has in-unit laundry.

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