NOT LISTED FOR SALE

525 N Marengo Ave Alhambra, CA 91801

Estimated Value: $1,047,000 - $1,349,488

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,633 Sq Ft
$757/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 21, 2023

Last sale price $987,275 $605 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,896/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Views
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Park Elementary School Rated A-
  • Laundry Room
  • 2-minute walk to Burke Heritage Park

About This Home

As of December 2023

Location serves as the focal point for this inviting residence! Enter this charming home through its Bonsai Rock Garden, nestled on a tree-lined street with an east-facing orientation. The front boasts lush landscaping and a lengthy driveway leading to a detached two-car garage. This single-story home, conveniently situated, comprises four bedrooms, two baths, and a separate enclosed screened patio with a brick fireplace—a versatile space suitable for a home office or study. The backyard is adorned with various fruit trees (Santa Rosa Plum, Fuji Apple, Oro Blanco Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange, Washington Navel Orange) and a BBQ pit. Renovated and expanded in 2006, the home includes an additional bedroom and bathroom, created as a master suite, along with an inside laundry area and a recently remodeled bathroom.The kitchen showcases a new dishwasher, new bamboo laminated wood flooring, a new range hood, and improved ventilation, all complemented by ample cabinet space.Updates include fresh interior paint, and upgraded dual-pane windows with blinds throughout the house. Additionally, there is a full-size suite at the rear of the property that can be leased for potential income. Positioned just one street south of South Pasadena, the residence is within walking distance of Alhambra Park, Park Elementary School (up to 9th grade), banks, restaurants, and supermarkets.

Last Listed By

Wayne Yang

Action Star Realty, Inc. License #01338127 Listed on: 11/21/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,087

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 6,643 Sq Ft Lot
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned ALR1*

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,633 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Property Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Type Unknown

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 66
  • Tax Tract Number 7575
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5339026018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,087

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: ALR1*
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5339026018
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1633.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: /
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Price Per Square Foot: 604.58
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside
  • Sewer: Unknown
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: Alhambra

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6643.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1525

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6643.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 4808.04
  • Tax Lot: 66
  • Tax Tract Number: 7575

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 21, 2023
Closed on
Dec 15, 2023
Sold by
Xie Hong
Bought by
Wu Alan and Wu Anna
Seller's Agent
Wayne Yang
Action Star Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
May Wu-Chan
Spectrum Realty
List Price
$1,097,000
Sold Price
$987,275
Premium/Discount to List
-$109,725
-10%
Total Days on Market
10
Views
2151
Current Estimated Value
$1,236,622

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$249,347
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.30%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2012
Closed on
Jun 21, 2012
Sold by
Yoo Sook H and Yoo Yeung Ae
Bought by
Xie Hong
Seller's Agent
Dora Leung
High Ten Partners, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Wayne Yang
Action Star Realty, Inc.
List Price
$578,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,000
-3.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.08%

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wu Alan $987,500 Old Republic Title Company
Xie Hong $560,000 Fatcola
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Yoo Yeung A $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2023 12/21/23 Sold $987,275 -10.0% $605 / Sq Ft
12/01/2023 12/01/23 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2023 11/21/23 For Sale $1,097,000 0.0% $672 / Sq Ft
10/14/2020 10/14/20 Rented $2,350 0.0% --
10/08/2020 10/08/20 Price Changed $2,350 -2.1% $2 / Sq Ft
09/09/2020 09/09/20 Price Changed $2,400 -4.0% $2 / Sq Ft
08/19/2020 08/19/20 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
08/04/2020 08/04/20 Off Market $2,500 -- --
08/04/2020 08/04/20 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
07/22/2020 07/22/20 Off Market $2,500 -- --
07/01/2020 07/01/20 For Rent $2,500 +127.3% --
03/21/2020 03/21/20 Rented $1,100 0.0% --
03/19/2020 03/19/20 Under Contract -- -- --
03/02/2020 03/02/20 For Rent $1,100 -54.2% --
09/01/2019 09/01/19 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
08/05/2019 08/05/19 For Rent $2,400 +9.1% --
06/21/2017 06/21/17 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
06/01/2017 06/01/17 For Rent $2,200 +4.8% --
06/03/2016 06/03/16 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
05/13/2016 05/13/16 For Rent $2,100 +7.7% --
07/16/2014 07/16/14 Rented $1,950 0.0% --
07/16/2014 07/16/14 For Rent $1,950 +5.4% --
07/20/2013 07/20/13 Rented $1,850 -5.1% --
07/13/2013 07/13/13 Under Contract -- -- --
06/06/2013 06/06/13 For Rent $1,950 0.0% --
07/13/2012 07/13/12 Sold $560,000 -2.6% $343 / Sq Ft
06/29/2012 06/29/12 Price Changed $575,000 -0.5% $352 / Sq Ft
05/29/2012 05/29/12 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2012 04/18/12 For Sale $578,000 -- $354 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $12,087 $987,300 $789,800 $197,500
2023 $8,249 $662,811 $382,301 $280,510
2022 $7,849 $649,815 $374,805 $275,010
2021 $7,765 $637,074 $367,456 $269,618
2019 $7,488 $618,180 $356,558 $261,622
2018 $7,475 $606,060 $349,567 $256,493
2016 $6,864 $582,528 $335,994 $246,534
2015 $6,759 $573,779 $330,948 $242,831
2014 $6,669 $562,541 $324,466 $238,075
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: TR23214916

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 5339-026-018