253 E Central Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
OFF MARKET

253 E Central Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,264 sqft

$885,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,561/mo*
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$885,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,561/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,264 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1938
Living Area
1,264 sqft
Price/Sqft
$700

About this House

This is a great house, there is much more house here than the assessor's square footage would indicate. It would seem that a large livingroom/dining room was divided into two rooms, note this as you go in the entry. There are three bedrooms and two bonus rooms in the house, there is an eat in kitchen with nice cabinets that has been updated, it has a washer dryer closet in the kitchen so everything is convenient in the heart of the house. There is a master bedroom with its own bath at the back of the house and this is really a master suite as there is an additional sitting room with no closet attached to it, could be a home office, a nursery, perhaps a den. The lot is nice, very large and lays out well, there is a covered patio and an additional storage shed. The garage has been converted to a full one bedroom unit, with livingroom/kitchen, a small bonus room, a 3/4 bath and good sized closet off the bedroom, it has its own private entrance.Yard is fenced and there is parking inside.
253 E Central Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,264 sqft single-family home built in 1938. It last sold for $314,000 on Sep 21, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $885,100, with a rent estimate of $4,173/month.

Home Details for 253 E Central Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: SolarHeating Fuel: Solar
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938Year Updated: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8102 sqft

Price History for 253 E Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
09/21/2011$314,000Sold
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07/19/2011$314,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/15/2011$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/31/2011$530,901Sold
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02/23/2007$535,000Sold
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11/14/2001$222,000Sold
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12/14/1995$131,500Sold
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08/14/1995$125,000Sold
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12/15/1994$500Sold
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Market trends in Monrovia

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,590
Assessment$468,505
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 253 E Central Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
261 E Fig Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$815,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,346
237 Los Angeles Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$980,000
12/01/25
2
2
1,222
427 Fig Ln, Monrovia, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$888,000
06/16/26
3
2.5
1,580
401 E Cherry Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
03/27/26
4
3
2,166
134 E Cypress Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
11/25/25
4
2
1,556
420 E Cypress Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$782,210
01/09/26
3
1
988
207 Los Angeles Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$738,000
12/05/25
2
1
992
117 Spanner St, Monrovia, CA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$810,000
12/09/25
3
2.5
1,359
428 Los Angeles Ave, Monrovia, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/31/26
2
1
838
235 E Chestnut Ave #G, Monrovia, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$472,500
05/15/26
2
3
1,244

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What Locals Say about Monrovia

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  • 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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    "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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    "Cars tend to avoid stop signs and speed limits, keep your kids safe inside your yards if they play outside"
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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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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    "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 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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    "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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 253 E Central Ave

  • What is 253 E Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 253 E Central Ave in Monrovia, CA is $885,100.
  • What is the price history for 253 E Central Ave?
    253 E Central Ave in Monrovia, CA last sold for $314,000 in September 2011.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 253 E Central Ave?
    The lot at 253 E Central Ave in Monrovia, CA is about 0.19 acres (8,102 sq ft).
  • Does 253 E Central Ave have parking?
    Yes, 253 E Central Ave in Monrovia, CA has on-site parking.