250 N Primrose Avenue
Monrovia, CA, 91016
$2,199,950
MLS: AR26035959
Beds
5
Baths
3
Sq Ft
4,681
Lot
0.34 ac
Year Built
1885
MLS #
AR26035959
Days on Market
31
Listed
Mar 6, 2026
Description
Step into a living legacy with "The Oaks," an extraordinary Southern California landmark that seamlessly marries meticulously restored Victorian grandeur with sophisticated farmhouse aesthetics. This rare offering presents a unique opportunity for stewardship, benefiting from a substantial property tax reduction of approximately 75%. Set behind a lush privacy hedge and finished entirely in rare, old-growth redwood, the residence unfolds across sixteen elegant rooms, many boasting soaring twelve-foot ceilings and five decorative fireplaces that anchor the home’s historic soul. Visitors are welcomed through double doors with frosted panes onto a magnificent veranda, leading into a grand entrance hall where a stately fireplace serves as a centerpiece for the formal sitting area. The main level is designed for both grand-scale entertaining and intimate living. An expansive living room flows effortlessly into a sun-drenched parlor, while the private dining room evokes a bygone era of elegance with its original china cabinet and integrated dumbwaiter. The service wing houses a modern culinary suite featuring a 48" Monogram stove, side-by-side refrigeration, and a spacious pantry, alongside an office and a dedicated service porch. For added convenience, the main floor includes a luxurious en-suite bedroom featuring an updated bathroom with a dual-sink vanity and custom tiled shower. Architectural artistry reaches its pinnacle at the staircase, where a newel post surmounted by a lamp-lit sculpture enchantingly evokes the fairy queen from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The upper level reveals a spacious landing and sitting area, four generous bedrooms, a trunk room plumbed for future expansion, and a versatile den ideal for a private library. Modern infrastructure provides peace of mind, including a 50-year Presidential roof, dual-zoned HVAC, copper plumbing, and gleaming hardwood floors. Outside, the grounds are a sanctuary of tranquility, featuring garden fountains, a sprawling rear patio perfect for a future pool, and a circular driveway leading to a detached two-car garage. Located just moments from the vibrant boutiques and dining of Myrtle Avenue, this is more than a home—it is a timeless work of art
Location
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, CA 91016
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Amanda O'Dell · Keller Williams Realty
Payment estimate
$15,582
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $219,995 · Loan: $1,979,955
- Principal & Interest
- $12,165
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $2,292
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $825
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Today's Rates
As of Apr 23, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.23%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.58%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Monrovia home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $76,998 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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