Charming Arcadia Opportunity with ADU Potential – First Time on Market in Nearly 50 Years!
Welcome to 243 E. Forest Ave, a rare find nestled in one of Arcadia’s most desirable neighborhoods with access to top-rated schools. This classic home, available for the first time in nearly five decades, exudes timeless character with original hardwood floors, beautifully plastered walls, elegant coved ceilings, and a dedicated laundry room. Thoughtful upgrades include newer HVAC, dual-pane windows, roof, and water heater, offering energy saving, comfort and peace of mind. This home also features a brand-new concrete driveway, showcasing excellent curb appeal, designed for both style and durability.
The expansive backyard offers alley access and is ready for expansion. Included in the sale are previously approved design documents for an 800 SF, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ADU. The buyer may resubmit the plans and pay the applicable fees to obtain a new permit through the City of Arcadia. A separate water service line has already been installed, and all remaining utilities are conveniently located in the alley next to the proposed ADU site—making this an ideal setup for future development or multi-generational living.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home with vintage charm and modern growth potential in a premier Arcadia location!
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Brian Gordon DRE #01302670 626-582-8001,
Lotus Property Services, Inc.
$1,195,000
243 E Forest Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006
2beds
912sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,262 Square Feet Lot
$1,193,200 Zestimate®
$1,310/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive backyardElegant coved ceilingsBeautifully plastered wallsOriginal hardwood floorsAlley accessNewer hvacDedicated laundry room
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Listing updated: 23 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Brian Gordon DRE #01302670 626-582-8001,
Lotus Property Services, Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: AR25189298
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Granite Counters
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: None
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,262 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 5772020015
- Zoning: ARR1*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Foothills, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Arcadia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,310/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $86,325
- Annual tax amount: $1,261
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Stove, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
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