Monrovia Homes & Real Estate

Monrovia Neighborhood

The Monrovia real estate market includes a mixture of pre-existing and new homes for sale. Prospective homebuyers should anticipate a median listing price of $679,000 and a median closing price of $615,000. Home sizes range from less than 1,000 to more than 2 million square feet. Homeowners enjoy single-family residences, townhouses, and condominiums with between one to six bedrooms and a similar number of bathrooms at prices ranging from around $329,000 to $2.85 million. The most popular styles are ranch, contemporary, and Spanish. Homebuyers interested in new construction can choose from among 35 builders in 70 new home communities in the area.

Monrovia Community Amenities

The city takes its name from William Monroe, a prominent founder and a successful teacher, real estate developer, railroad contractor, and hotel manager. Officials foresee continuing controlled growth of the community. It is home to the headquarters of Original Tommy’s, Trader Joe’s, Green Dot, and Naked Juice and has a technology corridor with companies such as AeroVironmet, Parasoft, and Tanner Research. The top employers include the Monrovia Unified School District, Ducommun AeroStructures, and WorleyParsons. Many individuals decide to buy a home based on Monrovia's proximity to Los Angeles, only 21 miles to the southwest. An easy commute affords homeowners access to the LA job market, educational opportunities, and recreation. Monrovia’s main roads include Foothill Boulevard, Huntington Drive (Route 66), and the Foothill Freeway (I-210). Residents also enjoy access to a light rail station.

The heart of Monrovia is Old Town, a revitalized portion of the community. This is the gathering spot for street fairs, farmers’ markets, parades, and other civic events. Monrovia’s town square includes a band shell and veterans’ memorials that add a small-town feel to city life. Friday nights mean dozens of vendors in a street fair that stretches along Myrtle Avenue. Outdoor lovers enjoy the serenity of Monrovia Canyon Park and exploring Big Santa Anita Canyon.

Monrovia Neighborhood Schools

Public school students attend institutions operated by the Monrovia Unified School District. Schools for younger children include Bradoaks Elementary, Canyon Early Learning Center (pre-K), Mayflower Elementary, Monroe Elementary, Monrovia Mountain School (K-8), Plymouth Elementary, Serendipity Early Care and Education Center (K), and Wild Rose Elementary. Public options for older students include Canyon Oaks High School (public alternative), Clifton Middle School, Monrovia High School, Santa Fe Middle School, and Monrovia Community Adult School. A number of private schools serve Monrovia students. Mt. Sierra College awards bachelor’s degrees and is part of the Citrus Community College District. At least seven other colleges, universities, and trade schools are within about 10 miles of the city.

Those who live in Monrovia have the best of two worlds. They enjoy easy access to the Los Angeles metropolitan area, 21 miles southwest. They return home to a city with a definite small-town feel. A cooperative climate means year-round access to outdoor recreation. Life in Monrovia also means plenty of options when choosing a home from among various styles, sizes, and prices. When it comes to great places call home, Monrovia's at the top of the list.

Monrovia Information Resources

• City of Monrovia
• Monrovia Chamber of Commerce
• Monrovia Wikipedia
• Monrovia City-Data.com