Discover your opportunity to own - in the hills of Montecito Heights—This 1952 architectural gem blends timeless charm with modern upgrades and now comes at an even more attractive price. Step into a spacious living room with rich hardwood floors, a classic fireplace, and oversized windows that frame sweeping north-facing views of the serene hillside. Recently refreshed inside and out, this home offers peace of mind with a new roof (August 2024), fresh interior/exterior paint, and a Noritz tankless water heater. The kitchen is full of personality, featuring stylish checkered floors, stainless steel appliances, cream cabinetry, and sleek countertops. Down the hall, you’ll find three bright bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a light-filled front bedroom and a serene primary suite with private bath and French doors opening to a peaceful patio—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. A versatile den doubles as an ideal home office or creative studio, with direct access to the covered carport, laundry room, and rear carport. Plus, enjoy your own avocado tree, producing fresh fruit just in time for fall harvest! All of this, just minutes from Highland Park, South Pasadena, and Downtown LA. With its tranquil views, and new price, this Montecito Heights home is the perfect blend of urban convenience and hillside retreat.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Irene Lopez DRE #01126918 626-705-5547,
HomeLife Platinum Realty
Price cut: $50.1K (7/30)
$949,900
957 Montecito Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90031
3beds
1,223sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
4,496 Square Feet Lot
$987,500 Zestimate®
$777/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic fireplacePeaceful side patioModern countertopsPrivate bathOversized windowsHome officeVersatile den
- 29 days
- on Zillow |
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- 162 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 30, 2025 at 04:27pm
Listing Provided by:
Irene Lopez DRE #01126918 626-705-5547,
HomeLife Platinum Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: CV25149314
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Casement Window(s), Wood Frames
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,223 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Carport, Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 4,496 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sloped Up
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 5304008010
- Zoning: LAR1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Hiking, Park, Street Lights
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Los Angeles
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $777/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $683,577
- Annual tax amount: $8,418
- Date on market: 7/3/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,Fannie Mae,Freddie Mac
- Inclusions: Stainless Steel Stove, Hood, Dishwasher, Refrigerator. Washer, Dryer and camera security system including monitor and credenza
- Road surface type: Paved
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