Charming and Upgraded Starter Home in Whittier!
Welcome to 12938 Helmer Drive — a warm and inviting home perfect for first-time buyers! This large lot also offers incredible potential for adding an ADU and/or JADU, making this a smart investment opportunity in addition to a cozy home. Step inside to discover a bright, open layout with crisp white tile flooring throughout, creating a clean and airy feel. The updated kitchen features sleek granite countertops and modern amenities, ideal for daily living and entertaining.
Unwind in the beautifully upgraded bathroom, complete with a relaxing jacuzzi tub — your personal retreat after a long day.
Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard with endless possibilities — whether you're dreaming of a garden, entertaining area, or play space, there's room to make it your own.
This lovingly maintained property combines comfort, style, and flexibility in a great Whittier location. Don’t miss your chance to call it yours!
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Monica English DRE #02156623 monica@naraadvisors.com,
Nara Advisors,
John Batsakis DRE #01919336,
Nara Advisors
$799,900
12938 Helmer Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
2beds
784sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
6,998 Square Feet Lot
$802,300 Zestimate®
$1,020/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large lotSpacious backyardModern amenitiesCrisp white tile flooringSleek granite countertopsBeautifully upgraded bathroomBright open layout
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Listing updated: 9 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Monica English DRE #02156623 monica@naraadvisors.com,
Nara Advisors,
John Batsakis DRE #01919336,
Nara Advisors
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25174658
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Open house
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Jetted Tub
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 784 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,998 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 8165017014
- Zoning: WHR1*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Suburban
Location
- Region: Whittier
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,020/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $680,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,180
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,Fannie Mae,Freddie Mac,VA Loan
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