270 Norumbega Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016
$1,360,000 Mortgage Calculator Sold on May 5, 2025 Single Family Residence
Property Details
About this Property
This property presents a rare and compelling opportunity to acquire a residence of significant historical and artistic provenance. Built in 1904 by Frederick Melville Dumond, a distinguished artist and architectural student, this home, known as "Chateau des Reves," embodies a unique blend of European artistic influence and Southern California charm. The architectural design features a French roofline, evoking the medieval homes of Normandy. The interior spaces are characterized by whimsical details and artistic expressions, notably the living room's beamed ceilings adorned with "eavesdroppers" and a fireplace featuring hand-crafted religious scenes and a mural of "Old King Cole." Large, north-facing windows offer panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains, while a Moroccan door leads to a den or office space.The formal dining room continues the artistic theme with "eavesdroppers" depicting Guinevere and Lancelot, and an original stained glass window in the stairwell, complemented by historical "arrow guards." The kitchen, located at the rear of the house, opens to a lush garden, abundant with fruit and vegetables. The main floor includes a bedroom with a charming, hinged castle door, and concrete flooring that naturally regulates temperature. The upper level houses a bedroom, b
MLS Listing Information
MLS #
CRAR25068052
MLS Source
California Regional MLS
Interior Features
Bedrooms
Ground Floor Bedroom
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room
Fireplace
Living Room
Laundry
In Laundry Room
Cooling
Other
Exterior Features
Pool
None
Style
French
Parking, School, and Other Information
Garage/Parking
Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District
Monrovia Unified
High School District
Monrovia Unified
HOA Fee
$0
Zoning
MORM*
Contact Information
Listing Agent
Espi Bagwell
Keller Williams Realty
License #: 01168881
Phone: –
Co-Listing Agent
Amanda O Dell
Keller Williams Realty
License #: 01890828
Phone: –
Neighborhood: Around This Home
Neighborhood: Local Demographics
Market Trends Charts
270 Norumbega Dr is a Single Family Residence in Monrovia, CA 91016. This 1,776 square foot property sits on a 0.353 Acres Lot and features 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,360,000 and was built in 1904. This address can also be written as 270 Norumbega Dr, Monrovia, CA 91016.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of May 05, 2025. For the most current information, please contact Espi Bagwell
