Olympus Condominiums aka The Monarch by Chopas & Starkovich| 1964
5002 N. Central Avenue
The Olympus Condominiums were originally luxury apartments developed by Monarch Tile as a showcase for their product. With the help of historical consultants they have taken care to refresh their grounds with new paint and common area amenities. Keep your eye on new listings there through the Olympus community's Facebook Page.
The barrel vaults are a distinguishing feature not often found in Phoenix. It is a common misconception that the style of the Olympus is supposed to be Grecian. The architects actually used an eclectic pastiche of Roman and French styles; Greeks did not make arches like these!
The barrel vaults are a distinguishing feature not often found in Phoenix. It is a common misconception that the style of the Olympus is supposed to be Grecian. The architects actually used an eclectic pastiche of Roman and French styles; Greeks did not make arches like these! 
Before it was The Monarch, the original name for the complex's concept was La Petite Maison, which explains the Fleur-de-lis breezeblock.
Penthouse view across the roof garden at the Olympus.
Regal door at the Olympus.Resident Janet Traylor hosted a tour group in the Olympus Pool house. She has been instrumental in spearheading some of the recent property improvements.
