1744 W Monterosa St, Phoenix, AZ 85015

Property Description

Situated in the welcoming and diverse neighborhood of Bel Air is 1744 West Monterosa Avenue, a spacious mid-century home planted on an over-sized corner lot with updated features and historic charm throughout. For those unacquainted, Bel Air is located within the Encanto Village and is minutes away from Phoenix’s popular Melrose district, a thriving destination in Central Phoenix that’s brimming with cozy cafes, delicious eateries, and a mecca of vintage shopping.

At nearly 2100 square feet, 1744 W. Monterosa feels roomy and open. It has three large bedrooms, a den, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a detached, 260-square-foot casita/poolhouse that brings the total footage to 2,350. As you approach, you’ll appreciate the well-maintained desert landscaping (complete with a drip line and timer system), and the front porch with a paved walkway that stretches across the front of the home.

Walk through the front door and two things stand out immediately: the original concrete flooring that’s found throughout – a common feature in homes built around this time – and the unique corner window in the living room that floods the room with natural light. One half of the corner window looks out into the beautiful backyard, while the other looks out into a sun room that’s been converted into a second living space. Note that the sun room-turned-living space is another feature that’s commonly found in mid-century houses. This one has been outfitted with a wood-burning stacked-slate-fronted fireplace, painted concrete, modern built-ins, and an entire wall of windows that many a cat – or human – will enjoy basking in. 

The large galley kitchen can be accessed through the living room on two sides, which creates a greater sense of fluidity in the home. It has been updated over the last two years, and features white cabinets, chic white ice quartz counter-tops, a glass mosaic back-splash, a gas stove, and stainless steel appliances. Off the kitchen is a den or office space, which connects to the double-car port and a laundry room facility. 

At the back of the home you’ll find the master bathroom, which is ample in size and equipped with a large walk-in closet. Its bathroom is fully updated with a step-in, white-tiled shower, dual-flush toilet and IKEA vanity sink. The other two bedrooms feature that same, beautiful original concrete. One has an original cedar closet in addition to a primary closet, and the other features a picture ledge across one wall. The bedrooms share a very special hallway bathroom – which also serves as the guest bathroom – with original Venetian-pink and burgundy tiles found at both the sink and against the bathtub. A rare original, pink bathroom, and it could be yours! 

Let’s wander outdoors. The recently landscaped backyard offers a glorious desert reprieve, compete with sparkling diving pool and an expansive covered patio. There’s also a detached casita/poolhouse here with a half bath and closet space by way of sliding doors. As mentioned, the home sits on an over sized lot – 14,453 square feet and 1.5 times larger than the standard, to be exact. There’s an RV gate on both sides of the home, which gives you plenty of storage for yours toys, or the option to expand should you desire. 

From the sparkling, party-worthy pool to the spectacular enclosed sunroom, from the beautifully updated kitchen to the coveted original pink bathroom, mid-century magic and modern appeal come together effortlessly at 1744 W. Monterosa Avenue.