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
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Sinan Zakaria DRE #01948642 800-995-5879,
Listed Simply
$1,075,000
3425 Montrose Ave, Glendale, CA 91214
2beds
1,096sqft
Est.:
Duplex
Built in 1949
7,318 Square Feet Lot
$1,097,400 Zestimate®
$981/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive lotDetached two-car garageOriginal mid-century charmBonus storage roomBreathtaking mountain viewsStunning mountain views
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Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 06:36am
Listing Provided by:
Sinan Zakaria DRE #01948642 800-995-5879,
Listed Simply
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SW25172794
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bedroom, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Separate Shower, Walk-In Shower
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Built-in Features, Storage, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,096 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Guest, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 7,318 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Sloped Down, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 5607004033
- Zoning: GLR2YY
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Frame, Glass
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Mountainous, Street Lights
- Security: Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Glendale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $981/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $62,907
- Annual tax amount: $1,072
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
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