#GD25037332, Marine Janikyan, Listing office: JohnHart Real Estate
#DW24164540·
Listing office: Raffaele Cursaro·
Listing agent: Raffaele Cursaro·
Listing office phone: 626-824-7369
$2,150,000 List price
78 E Highland Ave Sierra Madre, CA 91024
0.2 acres
House
Property details
About 78 E Highland Ave
Brand New ADU!!! Welcome to 78 E Highland Ave in the heart of the sought-after Sierra Madre with 5 bedrooms and 4 1/2 bathrooms. This elegantly updated single-level, two-on-the-lot home offers a modern open-concept kitchen with upgraded custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a living room with a warm fireplace for those cold winter nights. The front house consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths with 1700+ sqft of living space, which includes a newly permitted 540 sqft addition. The master bedroom offers a spacious layout with an updated en-suite, custom closet, and patio doors leading you out of a modern deck area for fresh air. Wood shutters and beautiful luxury vinyl waterproof floors throughout complete the home. Brand New permitted 1200 sqft ADU offering 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, an open-concept modern kitchen, and a living room with central heating and air. Need more space? The rear garage with limited access down the side of the house can be used as studio or office space with its pre-plumbed bathroom and your finishing touches. This home is conveniently located near the quaint downtown village of Sierra Madre which offers local shops, trendy eateries, and much more.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.2224 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingConcrete, Driveway Level
MLS #DW24164540
FireplaceLiving Room
Summary
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile
- Interior: Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Concrete, Driveway Level
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,150,000
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $12,486
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: W Orange Grove Ave to E Highland Ave in Sierra Madre
- Year Built: 1947
- Stories: 1
- Lot Size: 0.2224 Acres
- MLS Number: DW24164540
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Raffaele Cursaro
- Office Phone: (626) 824-7369
- Listing Agent: Raffaele Cursaro
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2021 | Home Sold | $1,020,000 |
| Oct 31, 2007 | Home Sold | $547,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,082,430 | $12,486 |
| 2023 | $1,061,207 | $12,413 |
| 2022 | $1,040,400 | $11,983 |
| 2021 | $663,768 | $7,609 |
| 2020 | $656,963 | $7,324 |
| 2019 | $644,082 | $7,436 |
| 2018 | $631,454 | $7,362 |
| 2017 | $619,073 | $7,362 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Sierra Madre Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•141 W Highland Ave
8
Highland Oaks Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•10 Virginia Rd
6
Don Benito Fundamental School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•3700 Denair St
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 $72,146. Typical income of Sierra Madre, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
21%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
59%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
Hiking/backpacking
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom
Nordstrom Rack
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Mazda
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Rock
Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 78 E Highland Ave
The listing price of 78 E Highland Ave property is $2,150,000.
The property 78 E Highland Ave is a house located in Sierra Madre, California, 91024.
Active Listing: 78 E Highland Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 78 E Highland Ave are: Sierra Madre Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Highland Oaks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Don Benito Fundamental School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sierra Madre Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Foothills Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), First Avenue Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Monrovia High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cis Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pasadena High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $12,486 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 14, 2021 for $1,020,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 78 E Highland Ave has 0 bathroom.
The year of construction for 78 E Highland Ave is 1947.
This home is located at 78 E Highland Ave in Sierra Madre, CA and zip code 91024 in the The San Gabriel Valley neighborhood. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 8, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,150,000.
While more than 8 listings in Sierra Madre, CA in July 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. Between June and July 2025, Sierra Madre, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.5%. While the average time on the market in July 2025 was 38 days, the median list price was $1,412,500.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.