3470 Downing Avenue, Glendale, CA 91208

• 2 beds |
• 1 bath |
• 1,618 sqft

Property Description

Located in Glendale's highly sought-after Sparr Heights neighborhood, this timeless one-story Spanish home captures the charm and character that make this area so beloved. Just blocks from Montrose Shopping Park, you'll enjoy boutique shops, coffee houses, Trader Joe's, fine dining, and the Montrose Library. Around the corner are favorites like Schreiner's Fine Sausages and Berolina Bakery & Pastry Shop, plus a variety of cafes and restaurants. Montrose Community Park is nearby with tennis courts, open fields, and playgrounds ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, dog-walkers, and families. And for those with young students, John C. Fremont Elementary School is just two short blocks away.Step inside and you'll be welcomed by arched ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and sun-filled rooms. The living room is a showpiece with a dramatic arched picture window, French doors, and a classic fireplace. The formal dining room opens to a covered side patio, perfect for morning coffee or evening wine in your private courtyard.The kitchen blends vintage charm with modern updates, featuring abundant cabinetry, quartz counters, and a cheerful breakfast nook framed by an arched doorway. Both bedrooms offer dressing areas, updated windows, and serene views.Set on a corner lot with an expansive gated backyard, the property includes mature shade trees, multiple sitting areas, and a finished two-car garage with split A/C and a side studio ideal for an office or ADU conversion with two access points.Upgrades include a new electrical panel, central air and heat, and preserved architectural detail throughout. 3470 Downing Avenue is a rare Spanish jewel combining walkable convenience, neighborhood warmth, and architectural beauty in one of Glendale's most loved communities.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

October 29, 2025 at 05:00AM

Listing Office:

JohnHart Real Estate : (818) 246-1099

Listing Agent:

Robbyn Battles : (818) 388-1631

MLS ID:

P1-24739

Interior

• General: Built-in FeaturesBreakfast AreaCoffered Ceiling(s)Separate/Formal Dining RoomQuartz CountersStorageDressing AreaUtility Room
• Appliances: Free-Standing RangeRefrigeratorWater Heater
• Laundry: Laundry Room
• Basement: Unfinished
• Flooring: Wood
• A/C: Central AirENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
• Heating: CentralForced Air
• Fireplace: DecorativeLiving RoomFireplace
• Disability Feature: No Stairs

Exterior

• General: Storage
• Style: Spanish
• Other Structures: Storage
• Pool: None
• Parking: Driveway LevelDoor-SingleGarageGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces SideSee RemarksParking spaces: 4

Construction

• Roofing: FlatSpanish Tile
• Windows: Wood Frames
• General: AdobePlaster1Raised

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• Originating MLS: CRMLS_CRF
• County: Los Angeles

Lot

• Zoning: 5615010001
• View: None
• Fencing: SecurityWoodWrought Iron

Utilities

• Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedOverhead Utilities
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: CRMLS_CRF

This listing courtesy of Robbyn Battles, JohnHart Real Estate