Welcome to 522 Cecil St, Monterey Park within the sought-after Alhambra Unified School District! This gem of a home has it all—comfort, charm, and a location that’s hard to beat. Step inside, and you’re greeted with a bright, open layout that shows off gorgeous garden and mountain views—perfect for peace and serenity. The newly renovated mid-century traditional home has fresh paint inside and out, new Prego flooring, recessed lighting, crown molding and baseboards throughout. The tastefully updated bathrooms have modern fixtures, tile flooring, a double vanity, tub/shower with ceiling-height tiling and new frameless glass shower door. The spacious living and dining combination room is inviting and overlooks the tranquil backyard—ideal for hosting friends, or even setting up a cozy home office. The open and airy kitchen offers views, breakfast nook, refurbished cabinets with plenty of cabinet space and new stainless steel appliances including a beverage cooler. The backyard and patio is like your own private oasis, with new automatic sprinklers, roses blooming year-round, vibrant flowers, and mature fruit trees—mandarin, orange and lemon. You’re close to major freeways—5, 10, 60, and 710—making it super easy to get wherever you need to go in L.A. Sitting right in the heart of it all, you’re just minutes from amazing shopping, dining, parks and entertainment. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make this lovely home your own!
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,316
Lot Size
5,185 sqft
Year Built
1956
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
16
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
AR26109477
Interior Features
Breakfast Area, Eat In Kitchen, Bedroom On Main Level
Flooring
Laminate
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan
Laundry
In Garage
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage
Patio & Porch
Concrete, Patio
Lot Features
Sprinkler System
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Curbs, Sidewalks
$0
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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