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$749,000

236 S 5th St Montebello, CA 90640

2 beds
1 full
1,044 sqft
0.1 acres
$717 / sqft
House

Property details

About 236 S 5th St

Welcome to this fully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom plus office home located in the vibrant city of Montebello! This stunning property features modern upgrades throughout, including a stylish kitchen, updated flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, and central A/C for year-round comfort. The additional office space is perfect for working from home, a guest room, or a creative retreat. Ideally situated just off Whittier Blvd, you’ll be surrounded by countless dining options, grocery stores, shops, and entertainment. Plus, you're just minutes from major freeways, making commuting and travel easy. The home sits on an R3-zoned lot with exciting potential—the city allows up to a 1,200 sq ft ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), offering the perfect opportunity for extra income or multi-generational living. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,044 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1362 Acres
Year built1922
MLS #DW25150978
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: All Bedrooms Down
  • Fireplace: None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $749,000
  • Price/SqFt: $717
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,257
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Right on 5th st off Whittier toward olympic
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,044 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1362 Acres
  • MLS Number: DW25150978
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Better Homes and Gardens RE
  • Office Phone: (323) 479-2416
  • Listing Agent: Joseph Mayorga

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 28, 2023
Home Sold
$510,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$700,000$10,257
2023$63,578$1,581
2022$62,332$1,529
2021$61,111$1,464
2020$60,485$1,378
2019$59,300$1,297
2018$58,138$1,271
2017$56,999$1,271

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Fremont Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

200 W Madison Ave

6

Washington Elementary

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

1400 W Madison Ave

4

Greenwood Elementary

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

900 S Greenwood Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,333. Most Montebello, CA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

44%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 236 S 5th St

The listing price of 236 S 5th St property is $749,000.

The property 236 S 5th St is a house located in Montebello, California, 90640.

Active Listing: 236 S 5th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 236 S 5th St are: Fremont Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Washington Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Greenwood Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Montebello Intermediate (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), La Merced Intermediate (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Park Academy of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Applied Technology Center (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Montebello High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ruben Salazar Continuation (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,257 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 28, 2023 for $510,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 236 S 5th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 236 S 5th St is 1,044 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 236 S 5th St is 1922.

This home is located at 236 S 5th St in Montebello, CA and zip code 90640 in the The Southeast neighborhood. This 1,044 square foot home, which was built in 1922, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,000.

While more than 9 listings in Montebello, CA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 3 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Montebello, CA between May and June 2025 increased by 3%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $827,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 8 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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