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Sold for $1,100,000
    • Listed by: First Team Real Estate • John Sweeney • Contact: 562-596-9911
    Bought with: Lakeside Mortgage
    $1,100,000

    8632 California Ave, Whittier, CA 90605

    5beds
    2,114sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1928
    7,419 Square Feet Lot
    $1,090,000 Zestimate®
    $520/sqft
    $4,787 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,090,000

    $981,000 - $1.21M

    $4,787/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy fireplaceTwo-car garageModern finishesEnsuite bathroomElectric gateSerene koi pondElegant arches
    Charming Spanish-Style Bungalow in Whittier! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, at 8632 California Avenue, covers approximately 2,114 square feet of living space on a 7,419 square foot lot with a bonus JUNIOR ADU. Built in 1928, the home blends historic character with modern comfort, featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main home, central air conditioning, a cozy fireplace, and a total of six rooms for flexible living. The newly remodeled kitchen boasts honed quartz countertops and modern finishes, while elegant arches flow throughout the home, adding to its timeless charm. A formal dining room adjacent to the kitchen offers convenience of hosting dinner parties in style. Enjoy outdoor entertaining with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, bbq and fireplace. All bedrooms offer plenty of storage with the primary-bedroom featuring an ensuite bathroom with jacuzzi soaking tub. The home has been thoughtfully updated with a new roof and gutters, solar panels, an upgraded subpanel, a 2-stage whole-house water filtration system, and on demand water heating. It has also been fully repiped with copper plumbing, including the main line. The exterior offers classic stucco walls, a raised foundation, a serene koi pond in the backyard, and an inviting veranda. An electric gate opens onto a long driveway that leads to a convenient two-car garage—complete with a utility sink and toilet. Additionally, a junior ADU with a 3/4 bath—predating the main home—offers versatile space for guests, rental income, or a private retreat. Nestled in the desirable Michigan Park neighborhood, this unique property is a rare find. Don’t miss the opportunity to make it your own!

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    Listed by:

    John Sweeney DRE #02115607 562-596-9911,

    First Team Real Estate,

    Danielle Chvostal DRE #01913855,

    First Team Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Rainier Banzuela, DRE #01266262

    Lakeside Mortgage

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25066097MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • Main level bathrooms: 4
    • Main level bedrooms: 5
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, Den, Family Room, Foyer, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
    Bedroom
    • Features: All Bedrooms Down
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bidet, Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Quartz Counters
    Other
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Entrance Foyer, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Den, Gas, Outside
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,114 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 12
    • Parking features: Concrete, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 10
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: one floor
    • Patio & porch: Concrete
    • Exterior features: Koi Pond
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    Lot
    • Size: 7,419 Square Feet
    • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House Detached
    • Parcel number: 8147011004
    • Zoning: WHR17500*
    • Special conditions: Standard,Trust

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow,Spanish
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Copper Plumbing
    • Roof: Composition,Flat,Spanish Tile
    Condition
    • Turnkey
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1928

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Electricity - On Property
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Sidewalks
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Whittier

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $520/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $305,678
    • Annual tax amount: $4,602
    • Date on market: 3/26/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 31 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to Existing Loan,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,1031 Exchange
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/10/2025Sold$1,100,000$520/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW25066097 Report a problem
    5/15/2025Pending sale$1,100,000$520/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW25066097 Report a problem
    4/30/2025Contingent$1,100,000$520/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW25066097 Report a problem
    3/27/2025Listed for sale$1,100,000+464.1%$520/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW25066097 Report a problem
    7/21/1998Sold$195,000+51.4%$92/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/11/1998Sold$128,824-37.2%$61/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/6/1995Sold$205,000$97/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,602 +10.4%$305,678 +2%
    2024$4,169 +3%$299,685 +2%
    2023$4,047 +0.4%$293,810 +2%
    2022$4,032 +2.4%$288,050 +2%
    2021$3,936 +2.5%$282,403 +1%
    2020$3,840 $279,508 +2%
    2019$3,840 +8.3%$274,028 +2%
    2018$3,545 $268,656 +2%
    2017$3,545 +0.5%$263,389 +2%
    2016$3,527 +4.2%$258,226 +1.5%
    2015$3,384 +1.8%$254,348 +2%
    2014$3,325 $249,367 +2.5%
    2012-- $243,375 +2%
    2011-- $238,604 +0.8%
    2010-- $236,822 -0.2%
    2009-- $237,386 +2%
    2008-- $232,733 +2%
    2007-- $228,170 +2%
    2006-- $223,697
    2005-- $223,697 +4%
    2004-- $215,012 +1.9%
    2003-- $211,072 +2%
    2002-- $206,934 +4%
    2000-- $198,900
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 90605

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