Nestled in the peaceful Friendly Hills community, this beautiful home offers privacy, character, and warmth at every turn. A circular driveway provides extra parking and a welcoming first impression, while French wood-framed windows fill the home with natural light and timeless charm. The spacious living room features a dual fireplace that opens to a cozy family room and library area—perfect for relaxing or gathering with loved ones. The updated kitchen includes a comfortable eating area and breakfast bar, making it a great spot for morning coffee or casual entertaining. A large formal dining room offers wonderful views of the private backyard. The thoughtful layout includes a separate bedroom and bath, ideal for guests or a mother-in-law suite. Step outside to a backyard designed for both fun and relaxation, with a sparkling pool, inviting seating areas, a sun deck, and a pool house complete with sink, shower, and bathroom. Full of charm, warmth, and privacy, this home is truly a special place worth seeing.
Sold for $1,600,000
Listed by: BK Platinum Properties • Holly Kerr • Contact: 714-608-5310
Bought with: BK Platinum Properties
$1,600,000
9679 La Alba Dr, Whittier, CA 90603
4beds
2,796sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.35 Acres Lot
$1,611,600 Zestimate®
$572/sqft
$6,294 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,611,600
$1.47M - $1.77M
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Sparkling poolDual fireplacePool houseCircular drivewayBreakfast barInviting seating areasCozy family room
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Holly Kerr DRE #01110436 714-608-5310,
BK Platinum Properties
Bought with:
Holly Kerr, DRE #01110436
BK Platinum Properties
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: DW25254539
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Family room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,796 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Direct Access, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Entry location: front
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Diving Board, Fenced, In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground, Private
- Fencing: Stucco Wall,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 8224020012
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Plaster
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Additions/Alterations
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Hiking
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Whittier
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $572/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $429,605
- Annual tax amount: $6,247
- Date on market: 11/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 63 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to Existing Loan,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/5/2026 | Sold | $1,600,000-5.9%$572/sqft |
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| 1/13/2026 | Contingent | $1,699,900$608/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $1,699,900-5.6%$608/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,799,900$644/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,247 +10% | $429,605 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,677 +1.6% | $421,182 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,588 +2.4% | $412,925 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,458 +2.3% | $404,829 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,333 +1.3% | $396,892 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,263 | $392,823 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,263 +6.6% | $385,121 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,939 | $377,570 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,939 +1.6% | $370,167 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,860 +4.1% | $362,909 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,670 +2.6% | $357,459 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,550 | $350,458 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $342,035 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $335,329 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $332,824 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $333,615 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $327,075 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $320,663 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $314,377 |
| 2005 | -- | $314,377 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $302,172 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $296,635 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $290,820 +4% |
| 2000 | -- | $279,529 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 90603
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Murphy Ranch Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Granada Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10La Serna High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Murphy Ranch
- Middle: Granada
- High: La Serna
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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