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140 1/2 Melrose Ave
140 1/2 Melrose Ave #Monrovia Ca 91016, Monrovia, CA 91016, USA

Monthly rent	$2,250
Beds	1
Baths	1
Sqft	520

Monthly rent	$2,250
Beds	1
Baths	1
Sqft	520

Updated 5 Hours Ago

Highlights

Pet Friendly

Freeway access
Freshly renovated house

Location

140 1/2 Melrose Ave #Monrovia Ca 91016, Monrovia, CA 91016, USA|Monrovia

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Leigh Smyth-Arroyo Property Management

Arroyo Property Management

(626) 699-9979

Property Overview

Located conveniently near the freeway, the freshly renovated residence offers easy accessibility for commuters. Just a short walk from a top-rated elementary school, it also features a pet-friendly environment, supported by numerous nearby grooming services, pet supply stores, and hospitals. This combination of features creates an inviting and practical living space for a variety of potential residents.

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Amenities for 140 1/2 Melrose Ave, Monrovia

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Cats OK

Dogs OK

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Assigned Parking

Outdoor Space

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Dogs OK Up to 25 Pounds

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One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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140 1/2 Melrose Ave #Monrovia Ca 91016, Monrovia, CA 91016, USA

Available 9/5/26. Located in the heart of Monrovia, this adorable, freshly renovated, little 1 bedroom, 1 bath house sits near the back of the property. Freshly painted, new air conditioner, new laminate floors, new kitchen cabinets, washer/dryer, refrigerator. One off street carport parking space. Tenant pays all utilities. NOTE: This rental utilizes the RUBS program for water and trash. Water has averaged around $40 per month for one person. Trash is $40.60 per month. Very near Old Town Monrovia with its shopping, entertainment, and services. Proximity to restaurants and coffee shops, Vons Supermarket, movie theater, City Hall and Library Park. - Approximately 520 square feet - Security deposit equal to one month’s rent - Lovely Monrovia neighborhood - Close shops and restaurants - Freeway close to Pasadena, Arcadia, Azusa - Easy access to the 210 & 605 freeways - No Smoking or Vaping of any substance on property - Will consider 1 dog (35 pounds or less) or 2 cats. Pet rent of $50/pet and additional deposit will apply. All dogs subject to approval of breed and personality. All animals, including ESAs and service animals, will be screened through pet screening. com and must be up-to-date on vaccinations (for cats - FVRCP; for dogs – rabies), spayed or neutered, and licensed, as required, by the county. The nonrefundable pet screening fee is $30/pet, and must be renewed annually. All dogs subject to approval of breed and personality. (No pit bulls, ASTs, dobermans, German shepherds, or other aggressive breeds). Renter's Insurance is required. If Tenant fails to provide proof of Renter's Insurance, they will be required to pay $15/month Liability to Landlord Insurance fee. Lease Terms: 1 year lease. Shorter terms will be considered at a higher rent. REQUIREMENTS: INCOME OR SAVINGS Verifiable Combined Monthly Gross Income Needed to Qualify is 3x your portion of the rent. Or savings of 12x your portion of the rent as a consistent minimum balance for the previous 6 months. No cosigners will be accepted. 3 Years Rental & Work History A positive landlord (non-family member) reference for the last 3 years No Negative Credit and a FICO score of at least 700 Valid Photo ID required to make an appointment. We use ShowMojo to schedule showings. Please send us an email or text and you will get an automated response with a link allowing you to schedule your viewing. Viewings are only scheduled about 3-4 days in advance, so if a date does not show up as available, that may be why. A valid photo ID is required to set an appointment. We require ALL prospective applicants to come in person and groups to come together for a single viewing. We do not offer Zoom or other online options for viewing. We need to meet each person in person. Please do not ask to apply unless you are able to come in person to view it. No exceptions. Applications are only accepted from those who have come in person to view the property. We will not process any applications from individuals who have not personally come to view the unit. Arroyo Property Management Incorporated DRE Lic #01449409 Gardener

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Address details

Neighborhood	Monrovia
Zip code	91016
Type	House for rent

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Rent trends in Monrovia

1-bedroom apartments at 140 1/2 Melrose Ave cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Monrovia.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.

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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Monrovia
Month	Median Rent
August 2024	$2,029
September 2024	$2,107
October 2024	$2,112
November 2024	$2,102
December 2024	$2,090
January 2025	$2,088
February 2025	$1,998
March 2025	$2,032
April 2025	$2,089
May 2025	$2,059
June 2025	$2,210
July 2025	$2,148
August 2025	$2,099
September 2025	$2,108
October 2025	$2,280
November 2025	$2,435
December 2025	$2,255
January 2026	$2,196
February 2026	$2,149
March 2026	$2,070
April 2026	$2,058
May 2026	$2,099
June 2026	$2,096
July 2026	$2,126

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Monrovia
Month	Median Rent
August 2024	$2,029
September 2024	$2,107
October 2024	$2,112
November 2024	$2,102
December 2024	$2,090
January 2025	$2,088
February 2025	$1,998
March 2025	$2,032
April 2025	$2,089
May 2025	$2,059
June 2025	$2,210
July 2025	$2,148
August 2025	$2,099
September 2025	$2,108
October 2025	$2,280
November 2025	$2,435
December 2025	$2,255
January 2026	$2,196
February 2026	$2,149
March 2026	$2,070
April 2026	$2,058
May 2026	$2,099
June 2026	$2,096
July 2026	$2,126

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