
1606 Penn Mar Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733
1606 Penn Mar Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733
Property Description
Excellent opportunity to own 1606 and 1608 Penn Mar Avenue in a desirable South El Monte neighborhood. Offering more than 1,950 square feet of total living space, this versatile, move-in-ready property is ideal for an owner-user, investor, or multigenerational household, with a flexible configuration that can accommodate up to three separate living areas. The main residence features four bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, including a permitted two-story rear addition completed in 2025 that added more than 550 square feet of living space. The addition has a separate entrance, providing flexibility for extended household living or potential rental use. Interior highlights include laminate flooring, recessed lighting, an upgraded kitchen with quartz countertops and abundant cabinetry, and beautifully remodeled bathrooms with tile finishes. Central air conditioning and individual mini-split systems in three bedrooms provide enhanced comfort and energy efficiency. The permitted ADU, built in 2021, is move-in ready and features tile flooring throughout, an upgraded kitchen with quartz countertops, attractive cabinetry, a recently remodeled bathroom, and its own mini-split air conditioner. The ADU also has a separate water heater and electrical panel. Additional improvements include new exterior paint, recent fumigation, upgraded copper plumbing, a 200-amp electrical panel with EV-charger readiness, a tankless water heater, and in-house laundry. A long driveway provides ample parking, while numerous mature fruit trees enhance the outdoor space. This distinctive property offers comfort, flexibility, and excellent income potential. A must-see South El Monte opportunity!
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Comparative Market Analysis
Residential Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
South El Monte · Single Family Residence
Listed 34.9% above the median closed sale of $889,000. Price per sqft ($610) is a 38% premium to closed comps ($443). Closed comps sold at 95% of list — buyers have negotiating leverage.
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Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1548 Lacewood | Whittier | 1961 | 5 | 3 | 2,126 | 10,082 | $586 | $1.24M | 109 | 70 |
| 2511 Bombay Street | South El Monte | 2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,088 | 2,088 | $411 | $858,888 | 25 | 70 |
| 12349 Felipe | El Monte | 2007 | 4 | 3 | 2,144 | 3,651 | $583 | $1.25M | 60 | 69 |
| 2656 Havenpark Avenue | El Monte | 1955 | 5 | 3 | 1,772 | 6,555 | $409 | $725,000 | 1333 | 67 |
| 1436 Riviera | Banning | 1998 | 2 | 2 | 1,785 | 5,663 | $216 | $385,000 | 128 | 64 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.0 | 3.0 | 1,983 | 5,607.8 | $441 | $892,757.6 | 331 | |||
| Median | 2,088 | $858,888 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2544 Warner Street | South El Monte | 2025 | 08/21/2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,088 | 2,088 | $998,000 | $889,000 | $426 | 0.89 | 104 | 69 |
| 2543 Hepburn Street | South El Monte | 2025 | 08/07/2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,088 | 2,088 | $949,000 | $889,000 | $426 | 0.94 | 90 | 69 |
| 2547 Hepburn Street | South El Monte | 2025 | 06/25/2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,057 | 2,057 | $974,000 | $940,000 | $457 | 0.96 | 173 | 69 |
| 2513 Iconic Street | South El Monte | 2025 | 05/26/2026 | 4 | 4 | 2,026 | 2,000 | $899,000 | $860,000 | $424 | 0.96 | 68 | 69 |
| 2525 Iconic Street | South El Monte | 2026 | 05/14/2026 | 4 | 4 | 1,923 | 1,923 | $944,552 | $928,000 | $483 | 0.98 | 144 | 69 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.0 | 4.0 | 2,036.4 | 2,031.2 | $901,200 | $901,200 | $443.2 | — | 115.8 | ||||
| Median | 2,057 | $889,000 | $889,000 | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.