La Crescenta Homes under $1.25 million

Welcome to La Crescenta, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County, California. Known for its picturesque landscapes and family-friendly atmosphere, this charming community offers a serene suburban lifestyle without sacrificing the conveniences of city living. With stunning views of the San Gabriel Mountains and an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, La Crescenta is a haven for nature enthusiasts and families alike.

This vibrant neighborhood is characterized by its tree-lined streets, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy easy access to local parks, hiking trails, and a variety of dining and shopping options that cater to diverse tastes. Whether you’re exploring the tranquil trails of the nearby Verdugo Mountains or savoring a meal at one of the many local eateries, La Crescenta promises a quality of life that is hard to beat.

For those looking to settle down in this idyllic area, there are fantastic opportunities with homes priced under $1.25 million. From charming single-family residences to modern townhomes, the real estate market in La Crescenta offers a variety of options that cater to different lifestyles and budgets. Many of these homes feature spacious yards, updated interiors, and are located in desirable neighborhoods, making them ideal for families or first-time homebuyers.

Experience the warmth and charm of La Crescenta, where a vibrant community, stunning scenery, and affordable real estate converge to create the perfect place to call home. Explore your options today and discover the beauty of living in this enchanting part of California!

Newest La Crescenta Homes under $1.25 million

4201 Pennsylvania Avenue Unit E2, La Crescenta

$965,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ P1-29123 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Modern sophistication meets everyday comfort at 4201 Pennsylvania Ave E2, a standout residence tucked away in one of La Crescenta's newer, most sought-after complexes. From the moment you step inside, the luxury vinyl flooring and airy layout set a tone of contemporary elegance that flows throughout the entire home.The heart of this residence is undoubtedly the gourmet kitchen, where an oversized island takes center stage--perfect for morning coffee, casual meal prep, or hosting friends. This space transitions seamlessly into living areas that extend outdoors to a private patio and multiple balconies, offering plenty of spots to catch a breeze or enjoy a moment in the sun.The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a deep soaking tub designed for unwinding after a long day. Practicality is just as important as style here, evidenced by the in-unit washer and dryer, an attached two-car garage, EV charger and a versatile bonus room that could easily serve as a home office or creative studio.Located within a community that boasts its own dog park, this home offers a vibrant lifestyle just moments away from local favorites. Plus, the property is served by award-winning Blue Ribbon schools, adding incredible value to this exceptional offering. It's not just a place to live--it's the lifestyle upgrade you've been waiting for.

4201 Pennsylvania Avenue Unit E2, La Crescenta

$1,100,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26995697 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Nestled in the upper foothills of La Crescenta, this two-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom gem strikes the perfect balance between classic character and modern peace of mind. The living room makes a stunning first impression with its high-sloped wooden ceilings and warm hardwood flooring. A large window fitted with elegant wood shutters invites an abundance of natural light, with a fireplace providing a nice touch. There is a functional kitchen featuring durable tiled floors and a dedicated dining area. Both bedrooms offer sufficient closet space, and the versatile bonus room provides the ideal footprint for a quiet home office or creative studio. The beautiful backyard retreat is perfect for enjoying quiet time or entertaining. The garage offers space for 2 cars and storage. The driveway has ample space providing plenty off-street parking. This home has also been thoughtfully updated for longevity, including a new roof, an upgraded electrical panel, and a reliable HVAC system. Beyond the aesthetics and features of this home, there are nearby coffee shops, restaurants and grocery stores. There are also several excellent neighborhood parks and wilderness areas just a quick walk or short drive away.

3049 Brookhill Street, La Crescenta

$1,199,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26991299 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath La Crescenta home offering a fresh, move in ready lifestyle in a highly desirable location. This light filled interior offers a warm and inviting flow, with stylish finishes that make the home feel polished yet comfortable. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. Newer roof, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and everything La Crescenta has to offer. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy an updated home in one of the area's most sought after communities.

3512 Fairchild Street, La Crescenta

3206 Montrose Avenue Unit 4, La Crescenta

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ GD26208491 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Opportunity Awaits! Bring your vision and ideas to this spacious and unique townhome, ready for a new owner to make it their own! Featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across 1,763 square feet, this townhome offers a rare combination of space, privacy, and convenience. With its own street frontage on Honolulu Place, grassy front yard, and private driveway on Honolulu Place, the property feels more like a single-family home. The intimate community consists of only four units. One of the standout features is the oversized 632-square-foot garage, offering abundant parking and storage with direct access to the home. Ideally situated just minutes from Montrose Shopping Park, Descanso Gardens, La Cañada UA Theatres, JPL, and Verdugo Hills Hospital, the property also provides convenient access to Glendale, Eagle Rock, Pasadena, Burbank, and Downtown Los Angeles. The surrounding area is known for its award-winning schools, beautiful parks and hiking trails, excellent dining, boutique shopping, entertainment, and year-round community events throughout Montrose and neighboring La Cañada Flintridge. With its generous living space, oversized garage, outdoor features, and highly desirable location, this property presents an exciting opportunity to create a home tailored to your own style and vision. ** Note: some photos have been virtually staged.

3206 Montrose Avenue Unit 4, La Crescenta

$1,235,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ P1-28996 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This inviting 3-bedroom 2.5 bath plus a den home offers a perfect blend of character, comfort, and functionality with spacious living areas, beautiful hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and updated. Large open living room with vaulted wood-beam ceilings and a gas fireplace. Attached dining room with wood-like floor throughout the main living area. Bright natural light and plantation shutters. Indoor laundry area with washer/dryer included. Large kitchen with travertine flooring, granite countertops, and all appliances included. Stainless steel refrigerator, gas cooktop, microwave, and oven. A water filtration system and a pantry with several shelves. Neutral colors throughout - move-in ready. Elegant tile work and modern fixtures. Half bath off the kitchen and a door exit to the back yard. Two patios with covers. Grass yard in the front and back yard. A few Fruit trees in the back yard, a lot of greenery. Spacious primary bedroom with oversized ensuite bathroom. Updated walk-in showers with glass enclosures. Multiple bedrooms with generous closet space and built-ins. Ceiling fans and central HVAC. Large 2-car garage with extra storage/workspace. Functional layout with plenty of storage. A separate storage of 350 sq ft approx with shelves. Bonus den. Central AC, alarm system, and camera system available. Additional Details: Quiet residential setting. Spacious rooms throughout. Clean and well-maintained property Great layout for comfortable living Perfect for tenants looking for space, warmth, and a well-cared-for home.

3040 Orange Avenue, La Crescenta

$985,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ P1-28973 MLS ⋅ Active Status

If you could drop a pin right in the heart of La Crescenta, 2914 Paraiso Way would be pretty close to the bullseye. Tucked on a flat residential street, comfortably removed from Foothill Boulevard yet close to the places that make everyday life easy, this location simply makes sense.Then there's the house itself. Three bedrooms, one bath, a two-car detached garage, and something increasingly hard to find: a true blank canvas with room to decide what comes next. The home sits near the center of the lot, creating generous front and back yards along with usable space on both sides. Because the property sits slightly below street level, the front yard feels surprisingly private, while the backyard becomes its own tucked-away space.Keep life simple and enjoy the house as your first home. Create a garden, a play space for kids, or room for the dogs to run. Add a little more house, explore the possibilities of an ADU, or rethink the entire property over time. Modern, traditional, cottage-inspired, or something completely your own, 2914 Paraiso Way lets you decide.Inside, everything is neat, clean, and freshly painted. A formal entry leads into a comfortable floor plan with three bedrooms, a good-sized kitchen and a separate eating area. Much of the plumbing has already been updated, along with the electrical panel, addressing two improvements that matter even if they aren't the first things you notice.And then there is La Crescenta itself. Rosemont Middle School and Monte Vista Elementary are nearby, the Verdugo Mountains create the backdrop, and the central location makes getting around town remarkably easy.2914 Paraiso Way isn't telling you what it should become. That's what makes it so interesting. Start small, dream big, or simply enjoy having a home, a yard, and a two-car garage right in the heart of La Crescenta.

2914 Paraiso Way, La Crescenta

$1,229,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26986323 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Need a 3rd bedroom? Take a closer look! This adorable 1926 bungalow offers 2 bedrooms plus a generous bonus room/flex space that can easily become a nursery, home office, den, or additional sleeping space, giving you the flexibility you've been looking for. Beautifully remodeled and lovingly maintained, offering timeless character with modern conveniences and filled with natural light. The welcoming entry opens to a large step-down living room with high ceilings, decorative fireplace, wood floors, and a bay window overlooking the beautifully landscaped front yard. An arched doorway leads to the bright, gracious dining room with wainscoting and abundant natural light.The stylish remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, ceramic tile floors, glass tile backsplash, ample cabinetry, and a 5-burner stove. The light-filled office/den is a wonderful flex space, while the second bedroom offers high ceilings and a generous closet. The hallway bath blends vintage charm with functionality, featuring original period tile, separate tub and shower, and character true to the home's era. The spacious primary suite is a private retreat with vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, and beautiful 3/4 bath with a large shower. Multiple access points lead to the private backyard, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor flow. The entertainer's yard features a newer expansive deck/patio and a covered built-in outdoor kitchen complete with sink, refrigerator, and grill. Additional features include a 2-car garage, mostly copper plumbing, newer HVAC (2025), updated electrical panel, and newer insulation. Enjoy mountain views from the front, a beautiful street, award-winning schools, and a convenient location near Montrose Village Square, restaurants, and shops. Easy maintenance, exceptional charm, and truly move-in ready!

3047 Hermosa Avenue, La Crescenta

$1,195,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26945355 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Some houses are just houses. And then there are the ones that feel like a deep breath the moment you step inside. Tucked into the foothills of La Crescenta, wrapped in mature trees and opened up to scenic canyon views, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom home isn't just a place to live it's a place to belong. Step through the door and the story begins. Vaulted, beamed ceilings soar overhead. Warm wood floors catch the light. Expansive windows pull the hillside in, so the outdoors never feels far away. It's the kind of light-filled, character-rich space that instantly feels like it was waiting for you.This multilevel home unfolds in layers the way the best stories do. The inviting living room spills onto a spacious deck made for golden-hour conversations and slow weekend mornings. A bright dining area flows into the updated kitchen, where everyday life just feels easy. And when you need a space that's all yours? The flexible rooms are ready a home office, a creative studio, a media room, a guest retreat. Whatever chapter is next for you, this house has a room for it. Outside, stone accents and charming architectural details give the home its soul. Multiple balconies and outdoor gathering spaces turn every season into an invitation to breathe the fresh foothill air. The attached garage keeps life practical; the views keep it dreamy. And with recent repairs and improvements, you get the best of both worlds refreshed and move-in ready, while the home's original character shines right through. And the location? The cherry on top. Minutes to Foothill Boulevard, the Montrose Shopping Park, beloved local dining, parks, and miles of hiking right out your doorstep. La Crescenta School District campuses are nearby, including Crescenta Valley High School buyers are encouraged to independently verify school boundaries, enrollment eligibility, and availability. This is more than a house in the hills. It's a serene foothill retreat with flexible living space, views you won't forget, and a neighborhood that feels like family. Come write your story here then come make it yours.

5514 Canyonside Road, La Crescenta

$1,164,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OC26189438 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 4308 Cloud Ave, an improved and updated home in the highly desirable La Crescenta community, offering rare and spectacular views of La Cañada, Montrose, and the Verdugo Hills. The property offers a spacious and versatile layout with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms as currently configured. The home features a remodeled kitchen, new roof, new HVAC system, new flooring, fresh paint, new ceiling lights, and upgraded dual pane windows. The beautifully landscaped backyard is a private garden retreat with mature trees, flowers, and a variety of fruit and plants, including avocado, papaya, peach, lemon, lemongrass, sour drop, bitter melon, honeydew, aloe vera, roses, and more. Enjoy the peaceful outdoor setting, entertain guests, or relax while taking in the beautiful California weather. Additional features include a large two car garage and driveway parking. Conveniently located within walking distance to excellent schools and close to shopping, dining, markets, and major freeways. With its beautiful mountain views, extensive improvements, flexible living space, and exceptional gardens, this property offers a unique opportunity in La Crescenta. Buyer to independently verify all property information, including square footage, bedroom and bathroom count, permits, and zoning. Come see all that 4308 Cloud Ave has to offer and imagine making this special La Crescenta property your new home.

4308 Cloud Avenue, La Crescenta

$1,195,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ WS26177512 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

Welcome to this beautifully Remodeled Home in one of North La Crescenta's most sought-after neighborhoods. Thoughtfully updated with timeless style and modern finishes, this move-in-ready home features luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light throughout. The stunning designer kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing sleek European-style cabinetry, elegant Taj Mahal quartz waterfall countertops, and a full-height designer backsplash—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious bedrooms provide a relaxing retreat, while the remodeled bathroom offers designer finishes with both style and functionality. Central heating and air conditioning provide year-round comfort. Situated on an expansive 8,500 sqft LOT, the backyard & front yard offers endless possibilities for a pool, outdoor entertaining, garden, or future ADU... A long driveway and attached two-car garage provide ample parking and added convenience. Ideally located near Top-Rated Schools, parks, shopping, and dining, this exceptional home combines luxury, comfort, and an unbeatable location. Don't miss this rare opportunity.. Schedule your private tour today! (*Photos have been virtually enhanced with photo editors for presentation and marketing purposes)

4808 Maryland, La Crescenta

$850,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26867463 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status

This two-story townhome is located in Northwoods Village in the desirable La Crescenta neighborhood. Set within a private gated community surrounded by mature trees and landscaping, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home lives like a single family home, with no one above or below and only one shared wall. The main level features a spacious living room with a fireplace and recessed lighting, a dining area, and a kitchen with a pantry and breakfast nook. The adjacent family room opens through sliding doors to a private patio, creating a comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining. A half bath and direct access to the attached 2 car garage, complete with abundant storage and an EV charger, add everyday convenience. Upstairs, the primary suite features vaulted ceilings with skylights, a fireplace, a large walk-in closet, and a private bathroom with a soaking tub, separate shower, and dual sinks. 2 additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a separate laundry area. Central heating and air conditioning provide year-round comfort. Enjoy community amenities including a swimming pool, spa, tennis court, and basketball court. Conveniently located near Crescenta Valley High School, La Crescenta Elementary, Crescenta Valley Park, Montrose's shops and restaurants, and the 210 Freeway. This home offers an excellent combination of space, privacy, and convenience in one of La Crescenta's most desirable communities.

33 Northwoods Lane, La Crescenta

$998,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26851731 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Back on the market, due to buyers inability to perform. Nestled on a quiet street in highly sought-after La Crescenta, this extensively renovated property combines modern design, smart-home technology, and versatile living spaces. Rebuilt with attention to detail, the home has been updated throughout with new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, stucco, roofing, flooring, kitchen cabinetry, bathroom finishes, concrete work, fencing, and more. The main residence features a bright open-concept floor plan that seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen, creating a functional and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Smart-home features include automated lighting, exterior security cameras, built-in speakers, a smart HVAC thermostat, and an automated sprinkler system, all conveniently controlled from your smartphone. Outdoor amenities include a covered patio, barbecue area, fruit trees, and thoughtfully designed landscaping that create an enjoyable setting for relaxation and gatherings. A standout feature is the detached studio conversion with a kitchenette, living area, and remodeled bathroom. Complete with its own private yard and barbecue island, the space offers flexibility for extended family, guests, a home office, or other lifestyle needs. It may also provide rental potential to help offset ownership costs, subject to a buyer's independent investigation. Offering extensive upgrades, flexible living options, and a prime La Crescenta location, this turnkey property is ready for its next owner.

3623 5th Avenue, La Crescenta

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