There's something spectacular about owning a home that's nestled in the heart of your favorite town and just minutes from everything the city has to offer. Situated at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains in the prime Fish Canyon neighborhood, this single-story ranch home exudes just that! Vaulted ceilings and recessed lighting throughout make this home light and bright, while other features like new interior paint, wood-like laminate flooring, dual-pane windows & sliders, tankless water heater, new garage door and newer attractive roof, make it move-in ready! The living room is generously sized and features a gas fireplace and the kitchen's gorgeous espresso wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel double oven, new dishwasher, and breakfast bar are adjacent to the third bedroom that's been opened up to serve as a family room, den or formal dining room, but may also be converted back into sleeping quarters. Both sliding doors open to a private & spacious, child, pet & entertainment-friendly rear yard with mountain views, where the local weather invites you to dine outside, tend to your garden and pick organic figs, oranges and tangerines from your fruit trees. Located within minutes of Duarte's numerous prized parks, hiking, biking & walking trails, golf course, equestrian center, several public & private schools (including the popular California School of Arts) and 'The City of Health's' World-renowned City of Hope medical center. The commuter in you will love the close proximity to the Green Line Bus, Gold Line Metro, and 210 & 605 freeways. Rarely have we seen such a perfect blend of optimal location, functional living, AND priced to sell!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
6,427 sq ftLot Size
$670Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stan Rector•DRE #01292790• Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.
•818-378-6108 (agent)
•stan@stanrector.com (agent)
•805-222-7000 (broker)
•Patti@pattipetralia.com (broker)
Bought with Deena Willis•DRE #01354143• RE/MAX Top Producers
STUNNING REMODEL! EXCELLENT COOK'S KITCHEN, MAGNIFICENT MAIN BATH. NEW DOUBLE PANED WINDOWS. NEW FLOORS, ELEC. , PLUMBING, FURNACE, A. C. , LIGHTING, FRENCH DOORS, HOT WATER SYSTEM. LARGE YARD, QUIET STREET. 3RD BDRM NOW FAMILY ROOM.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,430 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
1,256
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
8610008017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential Zone (Very Low Density and Low Density)
The R-1 zones are established to provide areas for the development and preservation of residential subdivisions consisting of detached residences and accessory uses compatible with the residential use of the zone. There are 6 single-family (R-1) residential zones that provide a variety of living environments based upon the required minimum net lot size. No more than 1 dwelling unit is allowed on each lot, except as otherwise provided in Section 19.60.160 (2nd Dwelling Units), Section 19.10.035 (Duplex Developments in Single-Family Residential Zones), and/or Chapter 19.88 (Urban Lot Splits).
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2.0
Attached Garage YN: Yes
Parking Features: Direct Access, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Half: 0
Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.75
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating YN: Yes
Interior Features
Living Area: 1256.0
Living Area Source: Public Records
Laundry Features: In Garage
Appliances: Double Oven
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplace Features: Raised Hearth
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete Slab
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Roof: Composition Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Private YN: No
Spa YN: No
Property Information
Levels: One
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Lot Information
View YN: Yes
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1256.0
Financial
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Conventional, VA Loan, Cash, FHA
Location
Location Information
County Or Parish: Los Angeles
Cross Street: North of Royal Oaks Drive, between Greenbank/Encanto
MLS Area Major: 617 - Duarte
State Or Province: CA
Subdivision Name: Not Applicable
Unparsed Address: 538 Mountain Crest Road, Duarte, CA 91010
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,256
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,430 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 8610008017
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 7, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Disclosures: None
Documents Change Timestamp: 2023-01-10T02:06:08Z
Documents Count: 0
Listing Information
Land Lease Type: Fee Simple
Approval Status: Yes
Exclusions: All video cameras
Inclusions: Patio set, washer, dryer, and refrigerator.
Possession: Close of Escrow
Special Listing Conditions: Standard
Mls Status: Closed
Stories Total: 1
Photos Count: 1
Videos Count: 0
Year Built: 1962
Year Built Source: Assessor
Zoning Description: DUR16500*
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Valley View Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Royal Oaks Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Duarte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
Duarte continues to offer great opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Buyers have a little more room to negotiate, while homes that are priced well and show beautifully can still attract strong interest.