172 N Primrose Avenue

Huge Price Reduction - Priced to sell! Known as the W.A. Baxter House, a little bit of history can be found here in one of the most desirable areas of North Monrovia. As you drive up to the home, the first thing you will notice is its beautiful vintage charm & curb appeal along with the oversized, double lot. As you walk up the front steps you can just feel the time & effort put into this wonderful home starting with the perfect front porch! This early 1900s Craftsman styled home provides many original features boasting with 3500+ sqft of living space and is loaded with period details including a boxed beamed ceiling, built ins throughout, claw foot tubs, a stone fireplace, wood floors, and much more! Upon entry you will walk into a library with custom built in bookshelves on your left and an open living room area to your right with a beautiful stone fireplace. Both rooms have oversized windows with lovely views of the front yard. You will find 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms on the main floor and the upstairs consists of 5 bedrooms, three of which have balconies, and 3 bathrooms. The dining areas have built in hutches; the kitchen is light & bright with 2 sinks, a breakfast nook, sewing area, and windows galore looking out to the gorgeous back yard. The possibilities are endless with this extra large yard that includes a fenced off pool & spa, peaceful sitting areas, mountain views, flowerbeds, a huge grass area, and many fruit trees including tangerine, loquat, lemon, avocado, & pomegranate. It's California basement is currently used as the laundry room and has plenty of room to make it into an additional space of your choice with access from both inside & outside of the home. With most of the home in its original condition, the new owner will have the opportunity to make it their own while preserving its magnificent historic charm. This home is truly a must see! Stop by, take in the all the amazing vintage charm, bring your vision, and make this your new home! ** There is also potential to apply for the Mills Act & historical landmarking, which can significantly reduce annual property taxes**