2500 Monterey
San Marino, CA 91108
Listing broker / agent: Douglas Elliman of California Inc. · Jodi Breneman · 626-705-2183 · CRMLS
MLS # AR26154513 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 07:09 UTC
About this property
Set in the highly coveted community of San Marino, renowned for its beautiful tree-lined streets & highly rated schools, this gracious 2-story Mediterranean-style residence blends timeless character w/thoughtful recent updates. Lovingly owned by the same family for nearly 30 years, the home offers 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms, including a convenient downstairs bedroom & bath. Over the past year, the owners have made numerous improvements while preserving the architectural details that give the home its warmth & character. The remodeled kitchen features new cabinetry, quartz countertops, custom hardware, & stainless steel Viking range. The primary bathroom was taken down to the studs & completely reimagined w/custom tilework, a new vanity, & Kohler smart toilet. The upstairs dual bath received new tile flooring and Toto toilet with built-in bidet, while the downstairs full bath features new tile flooring, a new tiled tub & shower surround, & pedestal sink. The powder room was also updated w/new tile flooring, a new vanity, & toilet. Additional improvements include select electrical & plumbing updates, fresh interior & exterior paint, & redesigned front landscaping. The home also features central air/heat, plus a detached 2-car garage with 240-volt outlet for EV charging. Recently refinished original hardwood floors extend throughout much of the home, complementing its charming period details. The spacious living room makes a striking impression w/a dramatic, dark-stained exposed wood beam & plank ceiling, while original light fixtures, beautiful stained glass, Saltillo tile, arched architectural details, & original doors further enhance the home’s distinctive character. Designed for everyday living & entertaining, multiple doors open to the backyard & pool area—perfect for gatherings, alfresco dining, & warm summer evenings. The pool has been resurfaced with PebbleTec, & enhanced w/new tile & new pump & filter. Upstairs, the primary bedroom opens to a charming private deck—an ideal spot to enjoy morning coffee. Ideally located within walking distance of San Marino’s beloved Mission District, with its popular shops, restaurants, & neighborhood charm, this special home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the character of a classic San Marino residence, thoughtfully updated for today’s lifestyle. Just in time for the upcoming school year, this is also an opportunity to enjoy all that the San Marino Unified School District has to offer.
Property details
- MLS number
- AR26154513
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 5 Beds • 4 Baths
- Living area
- 3,450 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.2312 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1925
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 82
Building
- Year built
- 1925
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Mediterranean
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Spanish Tile
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Interior features
- Beamed Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Quartz Counters, Jack And Jill Bath, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- In Ground, Pebble, Private
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Front Porch, Stone
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutters
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- None
Utilities & community
- Water
- Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Suburban, Sidewalks
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- San Marino Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marengo Elementary South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | K–5 | 0.6 mi |
| South Pasadena Middle South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | 6–8 | 0.8 mi |
| Garfield Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Alhambra Unified · Alhambra | K–8 | 0.8 mi |
| South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena Unified · South Pasadena | 9–12 | 1.0 mi |
| Blair High (school website, opens in a new tab) Pasadena Unified · Pasadena | 6–12 | 1.1 mi |
| Valentine Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | K–5 | 1.2 mi |
| Park Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Alhambra Unified · Alhambra | K–8 | 1.3 mi |
| Huntington Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) San Marino Unified · San Marino | 6–8 | 1.3 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $3,198,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $3,298,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $3,298,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-16 10:36 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:35 | $3,198,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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