5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Built-in cabinetry
- Carport parking
Location
236 E Olive Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016, USA|Monrovia
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Property Overview
Olive has received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, reflecting its attractiveness to renters, bolstered by a perfect price rating due to its competitive pricing relative to amenities and location. With notable features like on-site laundry, built-in cabinetry, and carport parking, coupled with high ratings for amenities and location, it offers excellent convenience and quality of living. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness, enhancing its appeal to prospective renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 650 sqft | $1,895 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover this charming and cozy 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom second-floor apartment in the heart of Monrovia! Located just one block from beautiful Downtown Monrovia, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Lovely period details shine through with built-in cabinetry in both the bedroom and kitchen. Clean, well-maintained, and move-in ready. On-site laundry and carport parking are included. Unit will be cleaned before move-in. Please text 626-552-5513 to schedule a showing. |
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Amenities for Olive
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Range | Stove |
Building
| Laundry Facilities Onsite | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Carport Parking |
Services
| Water Trash |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About Olive
Discover this charming and cozy 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom second-floor apartment in the heart of Monrovia! Located just one block from beautiful Downtown Monrovia, this home offers both comfort and convenience. Lovely period details shine through with built-in cabinetry in both the bedroom and kitchen. Clean, well-maintained, and move-in ready. On-site laundry and carport parking are included. Unit will be cleaned before move-in. Please text 626-552-5513 to schedule a showing.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Olive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Olive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Olive offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Olive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including carport parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Olive receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Olive is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Olive does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Olive compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Monrovia
1-bedroom apartments at Olive cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Monrovia.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Monrovia
Monrovia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,189 |
| May 2024 | $2,520 |
| June 2024 | $2,549 |
| July 2024 | $2,549 |
| August 2024 | $2,091 |
| September 2024 | $1,983 |
| October 2024 | $1,802 |
| November 2024 | $1,750 |
| July 2025 | $1,992 |
| August 2025 | $1,896 |
| September 2025 | $2,010 |
| October 2025 | $2,171 |
| November 2025 | $2,160 |
| December 2025 | $1,915 |
| January 2026 | $1,889 |
| February 2026 | $1,925 |
| March 2026 | $1,969 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,995 |
| December 2025 | $1,831 |
| January 2026 | $1,883 |
| March 2026 | $1,969 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 236 E Olive Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$75,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,895.
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Schools near Olive
Mountain Park
950 s mountain ave
monrovia, CA, 91016
K-12Public
C+
Mayflower Elementary School
210 n mayflower ave
monrovia, CA, 91016
K-5Public
A
Duff Language Magnet Academy
7830 dorothy ave
rosemead, CA, 91770
K-6Public
B+
Covina-Valley Learning Options Academy
758 w grondahl st
covina, CA, 91722
K-12Public
Garvey School District Head Start - State Preschool
795 pepper st
monterey park, CA, 91755
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Monrovia | Monrovia, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Monrovia near 236 E Olive Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 236 E Olive Ave, Monrovia
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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