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  • $2,350/mo

    140 Melrose Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016

    2beds
    630sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Single family residence
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    -- A/C
    -- Laundry
    -- Parking
    -- Heating
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Uncovered back lotFreshly painted unitCarport parking
    Located in the heart of Monrovia, this adorable, little 2 bedroom, 1 bath house sits at the front of the property. Small front yard. This freshly painted unit includes wood floors in the living room, new carpet in the bedrooms, ceiling fans in living and bedrooms, as well as an in unit washer and dryer. Wall heat and window AC. Carport parking for one car and space in the uncovered back lot for another. Tenant pays all utilities. Note: This unit utilizes a RUBS system to calculate the cost of water and trash. Trash is approximately $28/month and water averages around $65/month for one or two people. Very near Old Town Monrovia with its shopping, entertainment, and services. Proximity to several restaurants and coffee shops, Vons Supermarket, movie theater, City Hall and Library Park. - Approximately 630 square feet - Bedroom One approx. 9'11" x 7'4" - Bedroom Two approx. 10'2' x 8'11" - In unit washer dryer - Security deposit equal to one month's rent - Lovely Monrovia neighborhood - Close shops and restaurants - Freeway close to Pasadena, Arcadia, Azusa - Easy access to the 210 & 605 freeways - No Smoking or Vaping of any substance on property - Will consider 1 dog (35 pounds or less) or 2 cats. Pet rent of $50/pet and additional deposit will apply. All pets must be spayed or neutered. All dogs subject to approval of breed and personality. The nonrefundable pet screening fee is $30/pet, and must be renewed annually. All dogs subject to approval of breed and personality. (No pit bulls, ASTs, dobermans, German shepherds, or other aggressive breeds). Renter's Insurance is required. If Tenant fails to provide proof of Renter's Insurance, they will be required to pay $15/month Liability to Landlord Insurance fee. Lease Terms: 1 year lease. Shorter terms will be considered at a higher rent. REQUIREMENTS: INCOME OR SAVINGS Verifiable Combined Monthly Gross Income Needed to Qualify is 3x your portion of the rent. Or savings of 12x your portion of the rent as a consistent minimum balance for the previous 6 months. No cosigners will be accepted. 3 Years Rental & Work History A positive landlord (non-family member) reference for the last 3 years No Negative Credit and a FICO score of at least 700 Valid Photo ID required to make an appointment. We use ShowMojo to schedule showings. Please send us an email or text and you will get an automated response with a link allowing you to schedule your viewing. Viewings are only scheduled about 3-4 days in advance, so if a date does not show up as available, that may be why. A valid photo ID is required to set an appointment. We require ALL prospective applicants to come in person and groups to come together for a single viewing. We do not offer Zoom or other online options for viewing. We need to meet each person in person. Please do not ask to apply unless you are able to come in person to view it. No exceptions. Applications are only accepted from those who have come in person to view the property. We will not process any applications from individuals who have not personally come to view the unit. Arroyo Property Management Incorporated DRE Lic #01449409 Gardener Trash
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 630 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Dogs ok up to 25 lbs, Lawn, No Utilities included in rent, Utilities fee required
    Details
    • Parcel number: 8504003025

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Monrovia

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/16/2025Listed for rent$2,350$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    1/4/2023Sold$1,370,000-2.1%$2,175/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    12/29/2022Contingent$1,400,000$2,222/sqft
    Source: CLAW #22-219315
    11/18/2022Listed for sale$1,400,000+61.8%$2,222/sqft
    Source: CLAW #22-219315
    4/28/2008Sold$865,000+189.3%$1,373/sqft
    Source: Public Record

    Neighborhood: 91016