About 2500 Monterey
Set in the highly coveted community of San Marino, renowned for its beautiful tree-lined streets & highly rated schools, this gracious 2-story Mediterranean-style residence blends timeless character w/thoughtful recent updates. Lovingly owned by the same family for nearly 30 years, the home offers 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms, including a convenient downstairs bedroom & bath. Over the past year, the owners have made numerous improvements while preserving the architectural details that give the home its warmth & character. The remodeled kitchen features new cabinetry, quartz countertops, custom hardware, & stainless steel Viking range. The primary bathroom was taken down to the studs & completely reimagined w/custom tilework, a new vanity, & Kohler smart toilet. The upstairs dual bath received new tile flooring and Toto toilet with built-in bidet, while the downstairs full bath features new tile flooring, a new tiled tub & shower surround, & pedestal sink. The powder room was also updated w/new tile flooring, a new vanity, & toilet. Additional improvements include select electrical & plumbing updates, fresh interior & exterior paint, & redesigned front landscaping. The home also features central air/heat, plus a detached 2-car garage with 240-volt outlet for EV charging. Recently refinished original hardwood floors extend throughout much of the home, complementing its charming period details. The spacious living room makes a striking impression w/a dramatic, dark-stained exposed wood beam & plank ceiling, while original light fixtures, beautiful stained glass, Saltillo tile, arc
