3243 Menlo Drive
Glendale, CA, 91208
$1,675,000
MLS: P1-26747
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,950
Lot
0.26 ac
Year Built
1938
MLS #
P1-26747
Days on Market
1
Listed
Apr 21, 2026
Description
Imagine a place where every window frames nature and every door opens to your own backyard sanctuary. Perched on a gentle hillside in Glendale's beloved Montecito Park, 3243 Menlo Drive welcomes you with canyon and mountain views, the calming chorus of birds, and a timeless 1930s character.Step inside to a warm, inviting hub where the living and dining rooms are thoughtfully placed at the center of the home. From here, bedrooms and flex spaces branch off in opposite directions, creating natural privacy and versatility for work, play, or multigenerational living. Each room offers direct access to the backyard, and nearly every window captures a view of treetops or distant mountains, a constant reminder that you're surrounded by nature.The kitchen radiates charm with tile floors, dual sinks, and garden outlooks, a perfect backdrop for morning coffee or weekend baking. Hardwood floors and generous windows bathe the living spaces in natural light, while thoughtful updates like central air and copper plumbing ensure day-to-day comfort. A versatile and additional bonus room of approximately 267 sqft, already included in the total sqft, is ready for your vision, whether as a home office, art studio, or guest space.Outside, the magic continues. A spacious deck invites you to host dinners under the stars, and the expansive lot offers room to garden, play, or simply relax while taking in the views. Although you feel worlds away, you're only moments from Montrose Shopping Park's charming boutiques and eateries, and enjoy quick freeway access to the greater Los Angeles area, including Pasadena, Burbank, and downtown LA.If you're searching for a home that feels like a retreat, where peace, character, and convenience come together, 3243 Menlo Drive is ready to welcome you.
Location
Glendale, Los Angeles County, CA 91208
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Luisa Rengifo · Berkshire Hathaway Home Servic
Payment estimate
$11,935
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $167,500 · Loan: $1,507,500
- Principal & Interest
- $9,262
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,745
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $628
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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 Glendale 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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