Monrovia Homes with Contemporary Style

Welcome to Monrovia, California—a vibrant gem nestled within the heart of Los Angeles County. Known for its rich history, charming downtown area, and stunning foothill views, Monrovia offers a delightful blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With a population that embraces diversity and community spirit, this city is perfect for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Monrovia is renowned for its picturesque tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and a variety of parks that invite outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts a thriving arts scene, with local galleries, theaters, and cultural events that bring the community together. Additionally, the Monrovia Old Town offers a delightful array of shops, restaurants, and cafes, making it a perfect spot for leisurely strolls and social gatherings.

For those seeking contemporary living, Monrovia has an impressive selection of homes that embody modern design and style. These contemporary residences feature sleek lines, open floor plans, and abundant natural light, catering to today’s lifestyle. From chic townhouses to spacious single-family homes, the contemporary properties in Monrovia are designed with both aesthetics and functionality in mind. Many of these homes come equipped with eco-friendly features, smart technology, and luxurious amenities, ensuring a comfortable and stylish living experience.

Whether you’re drawn to Monrovia’s welcoming community, its scenic surroundings, or the allure of contemporary homes, this city truly offers something for everyone. Discover your dream home in Monrovia and experience the perfect blend of modern living and small-town charm!

Newest Monrovia Homes with Contemporary Style

$1,100,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ SB26159160 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 806 Alta Street, Monrovia! A spacious, well-maintained home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, offering privacy, comfort and endless potential in one of Monrovia's most desirable neighborhoods. Freshley painted throughout, this inviting two-story home offers approximately 2,600 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a highly sought after mail-level bedroom and full bath-perfect for guests. multigenerational living, or a home office. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features soaring vaulted ceilings abundant natural light, a spacious living room, a separate family room with a cozy fireplace, and generous living space ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite provides relaxing retreat with an en-suite bathroom featuring a soak tub and separate shower, along with three additional bedrooms offering plenty of room for family, guests, or work from home flexibility. Step outside to your private backyard an ideal setting for outdoor dining weekend barbeques, gardening or simply unwinding in a peaceful and secluded setting. This home offers an exceptional opportunity for its next owner to update and personalize the space to reflect their own style and vision. With the spacious floorplan, solid craftsmanship, and timeless appeal, this home is the perfect canvas to create something truly special. Ideally located on Huntington Dr. with convenient access to the Foothill (210) Freeway. You will enjoy within walking distance shopping, dining Starbucks and everyday conveniences. Located within the Monrovia Unified School District. This home combines an outstanding location with space, comfort and potential. Whether you are looking for room to grow, a flexible floor plan, or the opportunity to create a home that reflects your own personal style, this Monrovia residence offers the perfect blend of location, space and potential. Don't miss the chance to make t your own.

806 Alta, Monrovia

$730,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ AR26152655 MLS ⋅ Active Status

This rare, updated, single-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom PUD is located in the heart of Monrovia, inside the highly desirable Royal Oaks Village--a peaceful, well maintained community of just 53 homes. Behind a gated entry, a private and serene front patio welcomes you to the front door. Once inside, the living area opens to a light-filled, open-concept floor plan designed for both everyday living and stylish entertaining. An Atrium shared between the dining area and 3rd bedroom, (currently staged as an office), allows for natural light, offering a nice outdoor space that can be enjoyed from the indoors. The kitchen, with all new appliances, is located close by with a garden view to the outside. Two bedrooms share a main hallway bathroom including a full tub with shower. Convenient hall closet offers additional storage along with a utility closet for the washer & dryer. The primary bedroom with private, ensuite is spacious, offering a generous sized walk-in closet, tub with shower--sliding doors to the outside provide a nice space to relax. Community amenities include a sparkling pool & spa, tennis court and a playground with a nice grassy area to enjoy. With easy access to shopping, dining, hiking trails, schools and major freeways, this home offers the perfect blend of lifestyle, location and comfort.

1048 Royal Oaks Unit H, Monrovia

$1,120,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ CV26076966 MLS ⋅ Active Status

From the moment you arrive, this beautifully updated single-story home welcomes you with exceptional curb appeal, breathtaking San Gabriel Mountain views, and a sense of warmth that instantly feels like home. Perfectly situated in one of Monrovia's most desirable neighborhoods north of Foothill Boulevard, this turnkey residence offers the ideal balance of comfort, style, and peaceful living. Inside, you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 beautifully updated bathrooms, and approximately 1,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Rich wood flooring in all bedrooms, recessed lighting, and an inviting living room featuring a striking black granite fireplace and hearth create an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. The contemporary stainless steel and black glass front door sets the tone for the tasteful updates found throughout the home. At the heart of the home is the remodeled kitchen, complete with black granite countertops, a center peninsula with breakfast bar, tray ceiling, stainless steel appliances, self-closing cabinetry and drawers, and an open layout that flows seamlessly into the family room—making it the perfect space for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully updated bathrooms feature elegant Italian tile flooring and stylish new vanities, adding a fresh, modern touch. Step outside and discover what truly makes this home special. Mature privacy hedges surround the backyard, creating an incredible sense of peace and seclusion. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing beside the sparkling heated pool, or entertaining beneath the covered patio or terraced gazebo, you'll be surrounded by beautiful San Gabriel Mountain views and a peaceful setting that makes this backyard truly unforgettable. Mature lemon, lime, and fig trees add to the charm, while surround sound both inside and out creates the perfect setting for entertaining. Additional features include dual-pane windows, central heating and air conditioning, an attached two-car garage with direct access and built-in storage, a paver driveway, newer vinyl fencing, and numerous thoughtful updates throughout. Ideally located near Monrovia Canyon Park, the Duarte Recreational Trail, and the vibrant shops, restaurants, and beloved Friday Night Street Fair in charming Old Town Monrovia, this exceptional property offers more than just a beautiful home—it offers a lifestyle defined by comfort, privacy, and the natural beauty that makes Monrovia such a special place to call home.

157 Madeline Drive, Monrovia

$975,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ OC26133396 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 721 W Duarte #B, a beautifully updated home that blends modern design, functionality, and an exceptional location. This lovely home offers 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. On the first level, you will find an attached 2-car garage, a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a coat closet, and a storage closet. The second floor features a great room, balcony, powder room, large kitchen with island, pantry, and a dining area, complete with designer-selected finishes, fixtures, and energy-efficient appliances. The third floor is where you will find the master bedroom with a sitting area, walk-in closet, bath, and balcony. Also on this floor is another bedroom with an en-suite bath and an enclosed laundry area. Every bedroom has its own private bathroom. Stone plastic composite (SPC) flooring is used throughout the entire home — on all levels and in every room. The top terrace is private and comes with an electricity hookup, ready for your entertainment needs. With abundant windows, two balconies, and plenty of recreation space in its private patio and rooftop terrace, this development is truly one of a kind in this area. Centrally located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, this home is close to many beautiful parks, museums, and golf courses. It is ideally situated near freeways and within walking distance to Old Town, Transit Plaza, the Gold Line, supermarkets, and a plethora of local shops and restaurants. It is a 3-minute drive to Arcadia High School and 6 minutes to Monrovia High — with the possibility of a transfer to the Arcadia school district from Monrovia school district. Duarte Heights consists of 12 SFR/PUD homes with trash included for the service.

721 W Duarte Road Unit B, Monrovia

$1,695,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ AR26093719 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Tucked against the Hillside Wilderness Preserve in desirable North Monrovia, this extensively upgraded contemporary home offers nearly 3,000 square feet of living space, exceptional privacy, and a rare connection to nature. With no rear neighbors and direct adjacency to protected open space, the setting is peaceful, scenic, and hard to find. Originally built in 1978 and thoughtfully reimagined, the home features cherry hardwood flooring, a striking steel staircase with solid cherry treads, and a flexible three-story layout ideal for living, working, or creative space. The remodeled kitchen includes custom cabinetry, granite countertops, high-end appliances, induction cooktop, and a built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator. All four bathrooms have been updated with slate, limestone, and marble finishes, along with custom vanities. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet with ample custom cabinetry and cedar lining. Designed for modern efficiency, the home is fully electric and powered by an 8kW solar system with four Tesla Powerwalls, providing energy savings and whole-home backup capability. Additional upgrades include heat pump HVAC, heat pump water heater, LED lighting, smart switches, upgraded insulation, dual-pane windows, and a fire-resistant composition roof. Two Tesla Wall Connectors support convenient EV charging. Check the photos for a copy of the technology features and benefits. Set on a large lot, the property features a 15,000-gallon kidney-shaped pool (replastered in 2026) with a new variable-speed pump, along with private outdoor spaces and decks for relaxing or entertaining. The front yard offers drought-tolerant landscaping with drip irrigation. Additional highlights include a two-car attached garage with insulated workshop space and ample driveway parking. If insurance is a consideration, we have included a quote in the photos. A rare opportunity to own a private, energy-efficient home with modern upgrades, solar power, and direct access to protected hillside open space.

41 Hidden Valley, Monrovia

$988,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ WS26072920 MLS ⋅ Active Status

Motivated seller! New price! Most affordable newer home in town! 430 W Walnut Avenue is a beautiful traditional home located in one of the sought after neighborhoods in Monrovia. This modern spacious two-story home is presented in turn key condition. Nestled on a quiet street with only four units, this home is only a few minutes from old town Monrovia, close to schools, parks, grocery markets, restaurants, shops and minutes' drive to the restaurants and shops in Arcadia. Built in 1990 with an L shaped backyard, this cozy home offers 1990 sqft living space with three bedrooms, three baths and one office/study, which can be used as another bedroom if needed as the closet and a full bath are just across the hallway. Entering from the front door, the high-ceiling living room greets you to the formal dining area. The kitchen is conveniently located next with granite counter tops and breakfast bar open to the family room. The French sliding doors in the family room with gas operated fireplace, leads out to the spacious back patio/yard with fruit trees. The L-shaped backyard is big enough to host BBQ parties for entertaining. Upstairs, there are the primary suite with a balcony and Jack/Jill rooms sharing the bath in between. Both the primary bathroom and the Jack/Jill bath have double sinks, sperate showers/tubs/toilets for busy morning convenience. The 2-car attached garage is spacious with lots of storage space and cabinets as well as the hook-up for washer and dryer. The water softener system is also in the garage. The entire house has laminated floors, the brand new floor upstairs. The roof was replaced a year ago. This is a sweet and well kept home with bright natural light. The self-managed HOA-Walnut Ave. HOA (The proud owners of 4 units have taken turns to collect and pay the bills for trash and water, backflow check and occasional driveway improvement) is incredibly low in maintenance for only $125 per month. Don't miss this opportunity to own this sweet home in turn-key condition in a very peaceful, friendly and safe location in Monrovia.

430 W Walnut Avenue W, Monrovia

$765,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ PW25269292 MLS ⋅ Active Status

NEW PRICE — NOW EVEN MORE ATTRACTIVE. We invite you to take another look at this excellent Monrovia opportunity. With the updated pricing, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering 1,623 square feet of comfortable living space home stands out as one of the best values in the area. Built in 2003 and lovingly maintained by the same owner for over 20 years, the home features a practical floor plan with multiple living areas, generous bedrooms, and central heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. The property sits on a manageable 2,005-square-foot lot, providing a low maintenance yard with room for a garden, patio, or outdoor seating. Nestled in a desirable Monrovia neighborhood near the San Gabriel foothills, this home combines modern construction with convenience and potential—ideal for buyers ready to personalize and make it their own. This property may qualify for the City of Monrovia Residential Rehabilitation Grant Program, as well as Conventional Loan renovation programs that allow buyers to finance both the purchase and improvements with as little as 3% down. Eligible options include Fannie Mae’s HomeStyle Renovation and Freddie Mac’s CHOICERenovation and CHOICE Reno Express programs. For additional information please contact Charles Thomas.

148 W Cherry Avenue, Monrovia

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