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3425 Montrose Avenue

La Crescenta , CA 91214

MLS#: SW25172794

$1,075,000

Status: Active
Listing number: SW25172794
Listing provided by: Listed Simply
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 8 days ago
On site: 10 days ago
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Property

Beds

2

Full Baths

1

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1949

Sq.Footage

1,096

Embrace the potential of this 1949 fixer-upper at 3425 Montrose Ave in La Crescenta, boasting breathtaking mountain views! Original condition, Zoned R2 for multi-family development, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-family home, paired with a detached two-car garage featuring a storage room and an additional bathroom, is a rare find for investors, developers, or homeowners. Set on a generous 7,318 sq ft lot, this property offers stunning vistas of the surrounding mountains, perfect for creating a dream home or multi-family investment.The main house features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with original mid-century charm, ready for a modern transformation. The detached garage includes a bonus storage room and a second bathroom, ideal for a workshop, home office, or potential ADU conversion (buyer to verify permits). The expansive lot and R2 zoning allow for the development of a two-family residence or additional units, subject to local regulations, enhancing rental income or resale potential.Nestled in the heart of La Crescenta, known for its top-rated Glendale Unified School District, serene suburban charm, and proximity to Montrose Shopping Park, hiking trails, and easy freeway access to Downtown LA. The property’s beautiful mountain views elevate its appeal, making it a unique opportunity to renovate or redevelop in a high-demand area. Property Features: • Main house: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, all-original 1949 structure • Detached two-car garage with storage room and additional bathroom • Spacious 7,318 sq ft lot with stunning mountain views • Zoned R2 for multi-family development (e.g., duplex or additional units) • Prime La Crescenta location with excellent schools and amenities within walking distance. • Close to Crescenta Valley/Hindenburg parks, dining, and shopping

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Storage, Master Downstairs

  • Total Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central

  • Main Level Bedrooms

    3

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Construction Materials

    Frame, Glass

  • Parking

    Guest, Garage Faces Side

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Hills

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Back Yard, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.168

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Duplex

  • Architectural Style

    Traditional

Price

  • Sales Price

    $1,075,000

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 096

  • Price/SqFt

    $980

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    Lincoln

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    Crescenta Valley

Property Features

  • Stories

    1

  • Association Amenities

    Dog Park

  • Foundation Details

    Block

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    33

  • Water Source

    Public

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Embrace the potential of this 1949 fixer-upper at 3425 Montrose Ave in La Crescenta, boasting breathtaking mountain views! Original condition, Zoned R2 for multi-family development, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-family home, paired with a detached two-car garage featuring a storage room and an additional bathroom, is a rare find for investors, developers, or homeowners. Set on a generous 7,318 sq ft lot, this property offers stunning vistas of the surrounding mountains, perfect for creating a dream home or multi-family investment.The main house features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with original mid-century charm, ready for a modern transformation. The detached garage includes a bonus storage room and a second bathroom, ideal for a workshop, home office, or potential ADU conversion (buyer to verify permits). The expansive lot and R2 zoning allow for the development of a two-family residence or additional units, subject to local regulations, enhancing rental income or resale potential.Nestled in the heart of La Crescenta, known for its top-rated Glendale Unified School District, serene suburban charm, and proximity to Montrose Shopping Park, hiking trails, and easy freeway access to Downtown LA. The property’s beautiful mountain views elevate its appeal, making it a unique opportunity to renovate or redevelop in a high-demand area. Property Features: • Main house: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, all-original 1949 structure • Detached two-car garage with storage room and additional bathroom • Spacious 7,318 sq ft lot with stunning mountain views • Zoned R2 for multi-family development (e.g., duplex or additional units) • Prime La Crescenta location with excellent schools and amenities within walking distance. • Close to Crescenta Valley/Hindenburg parks, dining, and shopping

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