$70,000 Price Reduction!!! Nestled on the picturesque La Vela Avenue—just half a block from the prestigious Friendly Hills neighborhood—this expansive 3,833 sq. ft. home is brimming with possibilities. Situated on a generous 14,041 sq. ft. lot, it offers five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a sparkling pool, perfect for outdoor fun and entertaining.
A convenient half-circle driveway allows easy entry and exit, complemented by an attached garage for seamless access to the home. Inside, you’ll find spacious family and dining rooms, along with a grand “great” room, complete with an oversized bar area, ideal for gatherings. The newer butler’s kitchen makes hosting large dinner parties effortless.
This property presents endless opportunities for an extended family and awaits your personal touch—offered "As Is", ready for improvements tailored to your vision. Located within a highly sought-after school district, it’s home to award-winning Ocean View Elementary, East Whittier Middle School, and La Serna High School.
Come explore this Friendly Hills-adjacent gem—you’re sure to fall in love with the neighborhood!
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Listing Provided by:
Tracy Harcourt DRE #01314373 562-714-0023,
Harcourt Realty
Price cut: $70K (7/1)
$1,550,000
8459 La Vela Ave, Whittier, CA 90605
5beds
3,833sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.32 Acres Lot
$1,520,100 Zestimate®
$404/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 71 days
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 04:00pm
Listing Provided by:
Tracy Harcourt DRE #01314373 562-714-0023,
Harcourt Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: TR25119085
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Closet, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Storage, Tile Counters, Bar, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Plantation Shutters, Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,833 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Diving Board, Fiberglass, Filtered, Private
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Street Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 8148010007
- Zoning: WHR115000*
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block, Drywall
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Additions/Alterations,Repairs Cosmetic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Overhead Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Location
- Region: Whittier
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $404/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,296
- Annual tax amount: $5,041
- Date on market: 5/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Commercial Grill and Griddle
- Road surface type: Paved
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