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438 West Duarte, Monrovia, CA 91016

$888K4bd · 3ba · 2,078 sqft
Lot 32,333 sqft•HOA $328/mo•Single Family Residence•
Active
•58d on market•MLS# WS-26178166

Property Description

Welcome to 438 W Duarte Rd, Monrovia, a spacious and distinctive Single-story 1927 Spanish-style residence offering approximately 2,078 sq ft of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. This home is the magnificent result of the City of Monrovia’s efforts to preserve and restore the history of this architecturally significant home. Blending classic architectural character with thoughtful updates, this home offers generous room sizes, abundant natural light, and a comfortable, functional floor plan. Step inside to find a bright and inviting living area highlighted by the charm and character of an earlier architectural era. The well-proportioned interior provides multiple spaces for everyday living, dining, entertaining, or working from home. The kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, ample counter and storage space, stainless-steel appliances, a gas cooktop, tiled flooring, and a convenient breakfast nook for casual dining. The four bedrooms provide flexibility for sleeping quarters, guest space, an office, or hobby room, while the two bathrooms complement the home's practical layout. Large windows throughout bring in excellent natural light and enhance the home's warm, open atmosphere. The property also underwent a seismic retrofit in 2023, providing added reinforcement and earthquake-related structural improvements. The home has been well maintained while preserving the unique character associated with its 1920s Spanish-style design. Ideally situated in Monrovia, the property conveniently located near local shopping, dining, parks, transportation, and the many amenities the surrounding San Gabriel Valley has to offer. With its generous 2,078 sq ft layout, four bedrooms, architectural charm, and combination of vintage character and modern functionality, 438 W Duarte Rd presents a rare opportunity for buyers looking for space and individuality in Monrovia.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1927

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1927
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
0
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
View
Trees/Woods
Roof
Spanish Tile
City
Monrovia
Zip Code
91016
County
Los Angeles
Listed byIRN REALTY, PENG WANG

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$4,490.21
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$710,400
Total Interest
$906,076
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$1,616,476
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Residential Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

438 West Duarte, Monrovia, CA 91016

Monrovia · Single Family Residence

$888K
Residential Tier
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sqft
2,078
Lot
32,333 sqft
Year
1927
$/Sqft
$427
Pool: No✓
View: Trees/Woods✓

Listed 46.2% below the median closed sale of $1,650,000. Price per sqft ($427) is a 42% discount to closed comps ($742). Closed comps sold at 100% of list — strong seller's market.

Price Position

Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.

Price advantage
Subject listed at $888K· $427/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.65M
−$762K (−46.2%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.65M
−$762K (−46.2%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $744
−$317 (−42.6%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
132 SunsetMonrovia1939332,08615,008$935$1.95M2778
334 HillMonrovia1950432,11410,833$792$1.68M477
310 Mountain AvenueMonrovia1951422,26119,329$730$1.65M7473
347 Stedman PlaceMonrovia1923331,9925,604$552$1.10M10873
186 5th AvenueMonrovia1948431,9686,802$709$1.40M12372
Total: 5 · Average3.62.82,084.211,515.2$743.6$1.55M67.2
Median2,086$1.65M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
333 MayflowerMonrovia192108/27/2026331,95231,767$1.60M$1.65M$8451.034388
209 SunsetMonrovia192609/04/2026332,0029,677$1.75M$1.66M$8290.955677
1091 Briarcliff RoadMonrovia196007/31/2026322,09527,980$1.60M$1.60M$7641.009175
239 PalmMonrovia192207/20/2026532,47711,703$1.59M$1.70M$6861.076571
137 Greystone AvenueMonrovia199007/28/2026432,2266,057$1.35M$1.31M$5880.972569
Total: 5 · Average3.62.82,150.417,436.8$1.58M$1.58M$742.4—56
Median2,095$1.65M$1.65M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.