520 E Lime Avenue
Monrovia, CA, 91016
$999,000
MLS: 26666553
Beds
5
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,437
Lot
0.18 ac
Year Built
1933
MLS #
26666553
Days on Market
30
Listed
Mar 19, 2026
Description
Excellent opportunity to own a well-maintained duplex in the heart of Monrovia. This property features two separate detached homes on one lot, ideal for both owner-users and investors.The front home (520 E Lime Ave) can be delivered vacant and offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, complete with a new kitchen and upgraded bathrooms, making it move-in ready. The rear home (518 E Lime Ave) includes 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, features private alley access and a two-car carport, and is currently generating $3,100 per month in rental income.Recent improvements include a new roof, updated interiors, mini-split systems, and separate gas and electric meters for each unit. The layout provides privacy between units, enhancing its appeal for multi-generational living or rental purposes.Located in a desirable neighborhood with access to great schools, this property presents a rare opportunity to live in one unit while generating income from the other or maximize returns as an investment. Just a short distance from Old Town Monrovia, offering dining, shopping, and community events.
Location
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, CA 91016
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Raymond Wu · Keller Williams Los Angeles
Payment estimate
$7,239
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $99,900 · Loan: $899,100
- Principal & Interest
- $5,524
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,041
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $375
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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 $34,965 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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