522 Cecil Street
Monterey Park, CA, 91755
$858,000
MLS: AR26123328
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,316
Lot
0.12 ac
Year Built
1956
MLS #
AR26123328
Days on Market
7
Listed
Jun 6, 2026
Description
Welcome to the newly renovated mid-century residence nestled in a premier Monterey Park neighborhood within the highly regarded Alhambra Unified School District. The home has fresh paint inside and out, new Pergo flooring, new light fixtures, ceiling fan, recessed lighting, mirror closet doors and crown molding throughout. The heart of the home is the expansive living and dining area, where large windows frame peaceful views of the mountain, neighborhood and private backyard ideal for hosting friends, or even setting up a cozy home office. The open and airy kitchen offers a charming breakfast nook, views, refurbished cabinets with ample storage, and new stainless steel appliances including a dedicated beverage cooler. The tastefully updated bathrooms have modern fixtures, tile flooring, double vanity, tub/shower with ceiling-height tiling and new frameless glass shower door. Step outside into your own private oasis, where a landscaped patio and backyard await. The grounds feature a new automatic irrigation system that supports year-round blooming roses, vibrant floral displays, and a mature citrus grove with mandarin, orange, and lemon trees. You're close to the 5, 10, 60 and 710 freeways, making it super easy to get wherever you need to go in L. A. You are truly in the heart of it all—just minutes from premier shopping, fine dining, local parks, public gatherings and entertainments. It’s a rare find that combines a stellar location with a view that feels like a private retreat!
Location
Monterey Park, Los Angeles County, CA 91755
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Pearl Chen · Compass
Payment estimate
$6,406
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $85,800 · Loan: $772,200
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.52% as of Jun 11, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $4,891
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $894
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $322
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Today's Rates
As of Jun 11, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.52%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.84%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
About the area · Mike Watson
About the Antelope Valley
The Antelope Valley spans Lancaster, Palmdale, Quartz Hill, Rosamond, Lake Los Angeles, California City, Edwards AFB, and the Plant 42 aerospace corridor. Mike Watson is a lifelong AV resident and the #1 producing individual Realtor in the region by transaction count. Every active listing on this site is paired with a free market analysis tailored to the specific street, honest financing guidance (FHA, VA, USDA, CalHFA, conventional, and assumable loans where the financing supports it), and side-by-side comparisons against the rest of the active inventory in your target ZIP.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Monterey Park home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $30,030 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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