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490 E Highland Avenue, 
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

$749,000


2

Beds


1

Bath


897

Sq Ft


Single Family

Pending

Listed by

Julie Bencosme

, 

Andy Bencosme

Century 21 Village Realty

626-355-1451

Last updated:

October 26, 2026, 08:23 AM

MLS#

AR26202295

Source:

CRMLS

About This Home

490 E Highland Avenue

Prime Sierra Madre Fixer with ADU Potential & Endless Value! Uncover a rare opportunity nestled against the San Gabriel Foothills in highly sought-after Sierra Madre! Positioned in a serene, tree-lined neighborhood, this classic fixer offers the ultimate blank canvas for contractors, investors, or buyers looking to design their dream home from the ground up. Featuring a solid footprint and generous lot, the property provides incredible bones, natural character, and substantial upside potential. A major highlight is the oversized detached two-car garage, offering tremendous ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) potential for potential rental income, a guest house, or expanded living space. Bring your vision, contractor, and design ideas to capitalize on the soaring land values and peaceful lifestyle that make Sierra Madre one of the area's most coveted destinations. Just minutes from vibrant downtown Sierra Madre shops, local dining, hiking trails, and top-rated schools.

Home Facts

Single Family

1 Bath

2 Bedrooms

Built in 1946

Price Summary

749,000

$835 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

AR26202295

Last Updated:

October 26, 2026, 08:23 AM

Added:

a month ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

2

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

1

Full Bathrooms:

1

Interior

Living Area:

897 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Mid Century Modern

Building Area:

897 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1946


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

5,854


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$749,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$835 per Sq. Ft.

Source:CRMLS
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