1031 Don Alvarado
Arcadia, CA, 91006
$1,675,000
Original list price: $1,888,000
MLS: AR26112426
Beds
5
Baths
3
Sq Ft
3,015
Lot
0.24 ac
Year Built
1969
MLS #
AR26112426
Days on Market
76
Listed
May 23, 2026
Description
Warm, inviting, and impeccably maintained, this North Arcadia cul-de-sac home is being offered for the first time in over 55 years by its original owner. Featuring 5 bedrooms, this timeless residence offers comfort, functionality, and classic charm in a prime, centrally located neighborhood. A grand double-door entry opens to a dramatic sunken living room with vaulted ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace, and custom built-in bookshelves. The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining, while the spacious kitchen features double ovens, a cooktop, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and views of the lush backyard. Adjacent, the expansive family room includes a wet bar and sliding doors leading to the patio and garden. The flexible floor plan includes a downstairs bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests or a home office. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers two walk-in closets, a sitting area, built-in workspace, and private bath with dual sinks, along with three additional bedrooms. The beautifully landscaped backyard features mature fruit trees, manicured lawns, expansive patios, and retractable awnings for year-round enjoyment. Additional highlights include a 3-car garage with abundant built-in storage and a laundry area. Lovingly cared for through the decades, this exceptional home is a rare opportunity in the award-winning Arcadia Unified School District.
Location
Arcadia, Los Angeles County, CA 91006
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Tim Cragoe · Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information is provided courtesy of the Greater Antelope Valley Association of Realtors (GAVAR) and California Regional MLS (CRMLS). Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or by Mike Watson. All data, including square footage, lot size, room count, permits, and school assignment, should be independently verified. Properties shown may be listed by brokerages other than Keller Williams Realty. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice.
Payment estimate
$12,410
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $167,500 · Loan: $1,507,500
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.71% as of Sep 3, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $9,738
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,745
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $628
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Today's Rates
As of Sep 3, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.71%
- 15-year fixed
- 6.04%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Arcadia home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $58,625 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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