526 E Olive Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016
FOR SALE
OPEN SAT, 10-12PM
0.29 ACRES
Listed by Alma Aguilar, Coldwell Banker Realty, (626) 445-5500

526 E Olive Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,601 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

$1,350,000

Est. Mortgage $8,144/mo*
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$1,350,000

Est. Mortgage $8,144/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,601 sqft
(on 0.29 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Exceptional opportunity in the heart of Monrovia, just moments from vibrant Old Town, local shops, dining, parks, and the public library.

Situated on an expansive 12,714 sq ft lot, this unique property features two separate single-level homes on one lot, each offering 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with its own private garage, driveway, laundry hookups, and separate gas, electric, and water meters—creating true independent living spaces.

The oversized lot offers incredible flexibility and future potential for expansion, additional living space, or possible development opportunities (buyer to verify with city).

Ideal for owner-users, multigenerational living, or investors seeking flexible income potential. Live in one home while renting the other, or maximize rental opportunities with two fully independent residences.

Offering both convenience and flexibility, the property is ideally located near Old Town Monrovia, popular dining, local cafés, parks, community events, and everyday amenities.

This rare property combines character, functionality, and long-term value in one of the San Gabriel Valley’s most sought-after communities.

Open House

Saturday, June 06
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Has Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$843
Listed
79 days ago

Home Details for 526 E Olive Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Inside
Heating & Cooling
Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Entry Location: front
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 78Days on Market: 79

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Duplex
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 8517013007

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,350,000Price Per Sqft: $843

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Monrovia

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: AR26058896

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1601 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Dog Park, Hiking, Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Easy to show. Call or Text 626-393-5227. Property will be delivered vacant. Excellent opportunity for owner-users or investors. Two separate single-level homes on one large lot with separate garages, driveways, laundry hookups, and separate utility meters. Conveniently located near Old Town Monrovia, dining, shops, and parks. Seller is motivated and open to reviewing strong offers. Buyers to verify all information, permits, and development possibilities with the city.Listing Terms: Submit

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: All Utilities

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Has Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: AR26058896Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 626-393-5227Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-8517013007-R-N

Additional Information

Dog ParkHikingStreet LightsSidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Alma Aguilar DRE #01439695, (626) 393-5227
Coldwell Banker Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#AR26058896
Also Listed on CRMLS.

Market trends in Monrovia

Last updated April 2026
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Price History for 526 E Olive Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/08/2026$1,350,000PendingToActiveCRMLS #AR26058896
04/17/2026$1,350,000ContingentCRMLS #AR26058896
03/20/2026$1,350,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #AR26058896

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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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    "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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    "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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    "I commute or walking to stores Easy bus stops Necessary things are close and over for citizens is discounted "
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    "Peaceful and quiet, friendly neighbors all the stores and food places are very convenient walking distance"
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    "I have lived here for 4 years and have enjoyed every minute. Great downtown and always something going on. "
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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Great schools! Wonderful parks and several grocery stores. The ppl are friendly and the community is safe. "
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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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    "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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    "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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Alma Aguilar, Coldwell Banker Realty
Agent Phone: (626) 393-5227
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526 E Olive Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,601 sqft multi-family built in 1959. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Mar 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# AR26058896.