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Listed by: Julie Bencosme (626) 202-8502 DRE #01305364, Andy Bencosme DRE #01323356 | Century 21 Village Realty (626) 355-1451
$749,000
Monthly Est:$3,728
2 Beds
- 1 Bath
1 full bath
897sqft
490 E Highland Ave, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
$749,000
$3,728/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
$-- HOA
5,855 sqft lot
$835/sq.ft
Description
Prime Sierra Madre Fixer with ADU Potential & Endless Value! Uncover a rare opportunity nestled against the San Gabriel Foothills in highly sought-after Sierra Madre! Positioned in a serene, tree-lined neighborhood, this classic fixer offers the ultimate blank canvas for contractors, investors, or buyers looking to design their dream home from the ground up. Featuring a solid footprint and generous lot, the property provides incredible bones, natural character, and substantial upside potential. A major highlight is the oversized detached two-car garage, offering tremendous ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) potential for potential rental income, a guest house, or expanded living space. Bring your vision, contractor, and design ideas to capitalize on the soaring land values and peaceful lifestyle that make Sierra Madre one of the area's most coveted destinations. Just minutes from vibrant downtown Sierra Madre shops, local dining, hiking trails, and top-rated schools.
- Houzeo last checked: 13 minutes ago
- Listing updated: September 26, 2026 at 5:22 pm
- Source: California Regional MLS-CA | MLS#: AR26202295

Property Details
Status
Active Under Contract
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
1
County
City
Neighborhood
--
Year Built
1946
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
897 sqft
Lot Size
5,855 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
California Regional MLS
MLS Number
AR26202295
MLS Status
ActiveUnderContract
Days on Market
23
Cumulative Days on Market
11

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom: 1
Interior
Sewer
Unknown
Interior Features
Eat In Kitchen, Jack And Jill Bath
Heating
Wall Furnace
Flooring
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Cooling
Wall Window Units
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Home type
Single Family Residence
Property Condition
Fixer
Architectural Style
Mid Century Modern
Roof
Composition
Utilities & Energy
Water Source
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Utilities
See Remarks
Laundry Features
In Garage
Fireplace Features
None
Parking Features
Garage, Rv Access Parking
Pool Features
None
Electric
Volts220in Garage
Other Features
Lot Features
Yard
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Hiking, Park, Street Lights
Patio And Porch Features
Front Porch
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
09/26/2026 Source: | Contingent (Active Under Contract) | $749,000 $835/sqft |
09/15/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $749,000 $835/sqft |
Getting Around 490 E Highland Ave
Bike Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
32/100
Walk Score®
Car-Dependent
48/100
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