251 E Center St Covina, CA 91723
Property details
About 251 E Center St
Beautifully landscaped triplex located near downtown Covina. Incredible layout with a 1,662 sf single-family Craftsman style front house (built new in 2002), which is completely detached from the two, 1 bedroom, 1 bath back units (253 & 255 Center), each approx 624sf, built in 1956. The front house features 4 bedrooms and 3 FULL bathrooms, with 1 bed & bath downstairs, perfect for guest quarters or mother-in-law suite. There is a two car attached garage, central air/heat, laundry room, tankless water heater, high ceilings with fire sprinklers, front porch and large private backyard! The back apartments each have an indoor laundry room, hardwood flooring, front awnings, their own garages (with access from the alley) and a shared front and backyard. The gorgeous topiary landscaping makes you feel like you're tucked away on a private estate, yet you're just a few blocks from downtown Covina shopping and restaurants and only 1 mile to the 10 freeway and Eastland shopping center! This triplex has been lovingly maintained and upgraded throughout the years. Recent upgrades include full exterior painting, new concrete in back parking area and walkway, and new roof installed on back units and garages. This property has a perfect layout for anyone who wants to live in the front house and rent the back, as they feel like two separate properties. Or, is also an amazing investment opportunity with desirable units that have high rent potential. Per city of Covina planning, the back garages can be converted into an ADU for additional rental income!
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: High Ceilings
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 5 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Direct Access, Garage
- View: Mountain(s)
- Exterior: Awning(s)
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Heating: Central, Wall Furnace
- Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $1,495,000
- Price/SqFt: $513
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,003
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Off of 2nd st., S. of Badillo
- Year Built: 2002
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,910 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2219 Acres
- MLS Number: CV25146505
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: NICKOLAS REALTY
- Office Email: juliette@nickolasrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Juliette Guido
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $248,676 | $4,003 |
| 2023 | $243,801 | $3,951 |
| 2022 | $239,022 | $3,903 |
| 2021 | $234,337 | $3,837 |
| 2020 | $231,935 | $3,760 |
| 2019 | $227,389 | $3,592 |
| 2018 | $222,932 | $3,525 |
| 2017 | $218,562 | $3,525 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Barranca Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•727 S Barranca Ave
7
Cypress Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•351 W Cypress St
7
Ben Lomond Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•621 E Covina Blvd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,157. The most common annual income of people living in Covina, CA is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Burlington
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
White Castle
Popeyes
What do the neighbors drive?
Honda
Kia
Nissan
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary- Soft Adult Contemporary
Frequently asked questions
About 251 E Center St
The listing price of 251 E Center St property is $1,495,000.
The property 251 E Center St is a multi located in Covina, California, 91723.
Active Listing: 251 E Center St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 251 E Center St are: Barranca Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cypress Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Ben Lomond Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sierra Vista Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Traweek Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Royal Oak Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Covina High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mt. Sac Early College Academy at West Covina (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Fairvalley High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,003 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property 251 E Center St is 2,910 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 251 E Center St is 2002.
This home is located at 251 E Center St in Covina, CA and zip code 91723 in the The San Gabriel Valley neighborhood. This 2,910 square foot home, which was built in 2002, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,495,000.
Covina, CA housing market in June 2025 saw over 19 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 19 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Covina, CA between May and June 2025 increased by 8.4%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $798,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 25 days.