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    • Listed by: Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. • Michael Bell • Contact: michael.bell@sothebyshomes.com
    Price cut: $75K (7/24)
    $1,100,000

    890 Ridgeside Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016

    2beds
    1,374sqft
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    $7,222/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    0.51 Acres Lot
    $1,157,700 Zestimate®
    $801/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Nestled in the desirable hills of North Monrovia, this charming mid-century home with 2 bedrooms is sited on an expansive 22,361 square foot lot. Upon arrival to your own long private driveway, you are welcomed inside to a spacious living room highlighted by a dramatic exposed beam ceiling, fireplace, and expansive picture windows that bring in lots of natural light and offer views of the surrounding nature. Cook in the cozy kitchen with breakfast bar that overlooks the dining area with an additional brick fireplace. Mature trees enhance the property's private setting, while the expansive backyard captures beautiful mountain views. A detached 2-car garage and a long driveway offer ample parking, while the rooftop deck is perfect for outdoor entertaining or alfresco dining. Bring your toolbox and add your finishing touches to make this house your own home. Ideally situated near Canyon Park and popular local hiking destinations including the Clamshell Trail and Sunset Bench, this property offers a wonderful blend of warm architectural details and distinctive mid-century vibes in one of Monrovia's most sought-after hillside neighborhoods.
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    Listed by:

    Michael Bell DRE #01164731 michael.bell@sothebyshomes.com,

    Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-27693MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Dining Room
      Bedroom
      • Features: All Bedrooms Down
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
      Bathroom
      • Features: Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
      Heating
      • Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
      Cooling
      • Has cooling: Yes
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range Hood, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Storage, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Decorative, Dining Room, Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,374 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Rooftop
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City Lights, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic, Valley, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 0.51 Acres
      • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Irregular Lot, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers None, Sloped Up, Yard
      Details
      • Parcel number: 8501006008
      • Special conditions: Standard,Trust

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Repairs Cosmetic
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1950

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Electricity - On Property
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Foothills, Mountainous, Suburban, Valley
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Not Applicable
      Location
      • Region: Monrovia

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $801/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,300,500
      • Annual tax amount: $17,343
      • Date on market: 6/20/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 35 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,Submit
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,157,700

        $1.10M - $1.22M

        $3,859/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/24/2026Price change$1,100,000-6.4%$801/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #P1-27693 Report a problem
        7/10/2026Price change$1,175,000-2.1%$855/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #P1-27693 Report a problem
        6/20/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000$873/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #P1-27693 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$17,343 +1.9%$1,300,500 +2%
        2024$17,017 +914.3%$1,275,000 +1291.9%
        2023$1,678 +2.5%$91,604 +2%
        2022$1,637 +2.3%$89,809 +2%
        2021$1,601 +2.3%$88,049 +1%
        2020$1,565 $87,147 +2%
        2019$1,565 +13.3%$85,439 +2%
        2018$1,381 $83,765 +2%
        2017$1,381 +1.7%$82,123 +2%
        2016$1,358 +3.1%$80,514 +1.5%
        2015$1,318 +1.6%$79,306 +2%
        2014$1,297 $77,754 +2.5%
        2012-- $75,887 +2%
        2011-- $74,400 +0.8%
        2010-- $73,845 -0.2%
        2009-- $74,022 +2%
        2008-- $72,571 +2%
        2007-- $71,149 +2%
        2006-- $69,755
        2005-- $69,755 +4%
        2004-- $67,048 +1.9%
        2003-- $65,820 +2%
        2002-- $64,530 +4%
        2000-- $62,027
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 91016

        Getting around

        5 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        7 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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