Welcome to 1422 Kempton Avenue, a beautifully updated home in the heart of Monterey Park notably named by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live in America! Known for its peaceful neighborhoods, top-rated Alhambra Unified schools, and world-class dining, Monterey Park offers an exceptional blend of comfort, culture, and community.
This inviting 1,471-sqft home showcases a modern open floorplan, abundant natural light, and stunning vaulted wood-beam ceilings in the living room. The design creates a spacious and airy atmosphere that’s both welcoming and stylish. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, featuring new flooring, a new HVAC system, and a brand-new, fully permitted bathroom addition, providing the perfect balance of charm and convenience.
The updated kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining and living areas, making it ideal for entertaining or relaxing at home. Step outside to your private and cozy backyard, a peaceful retreat perfect for weekend barbecues, gardening, or enjoying the Southern California sunshine.
Additional highlights include a newer roof, direct-access oversized garage, and potential for vertical expansion, allowing even more buildable space for future growth (verify with the city for possibilities).
Located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, this home offers easy access to shopping, parks, and freeway connections. Just minutes away, you’ll find some of the best Chinese restaurants in Southern California, part of what makes Monterey Park such a beloved foodie destination.
Listed by MAY KUNKA
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License #01782069
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Compass-Pasadena
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626-202-6030
Last updated November 18, 2025
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Source: CRMLS #WS25255472
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodSouthwest San Gabriel Valley
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2
Days on Prevu14
Size1,471 sqft
Price per sqft$712
Amenities
Air Conditioning
Parking
Location
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Listing History
11/06/2025
Listed by Compass-Pasadena
$1,048,000
Property Details for 1422 Kempton
Association
Amenities
Community Features: Storm Drain(s), Sidewalks
Exterior
Construction
Number Of Units Total: 1
Stories: 1
Stories Total: 1
Structure Type: House
Year Built: 1953
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Features
View: Hills
Measurements
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Lot Size Area: 15,707
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 15,707
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 5260014026
Interior
Features
Interior Features: All Bedrooms Down
Measurements
Living Area: 1,471
Living Area Source: Assessor
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Other
Location
Tax Lot: 63
Parking
Parking
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Parking Total: 2
Schools
High School
High School District: Alhambra
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Laundry Features: In Garage
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
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