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#PW25026146, Wendy Lopez, Listing Office: Better Homes, BHR Whittier Inc
#PW25088060·
Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties·
Listing agent: BertaLuchi Balcazar·
Listing office phone: 562-945-2221
$1,268,000 List price
8151 Catalina Ave Whittier, CA 90602
$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full
2,209 sqft
0.2 acres
$574 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8151 Catalina Ave
Welcome to this one-of-a-kind home in the highly desirable Mar Vista Heights neighborhood of Whittier. Offering 2,200+ square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this beautifully upgraded residence features three spacious bedrooms, including two luxurious master suites and three full bathrooms. The open-concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining and everyday living, complemented by newer windows and sliding doors, an upgraded electrical panel and wiring, and recessed LED lighting throughout. Comfort is key with a powerful 4-ton central AC system and an additional mini-split unit in the upstairs master suite. Step outside to a true backyard retreat, highlighted by a custom-built Cantina bar—originally crafted for TruTV’s “Backyard Bar Wars” in 2021—and a stunning, remodeled pool with a pebble tech finish, upgraded spa, new piping, heater, filter, and variable speed pump —all redone within the last 6 years along with the deck and roof. Don’t miss your chance to own this truly unique and turnkey property in one of Whittier’s most sought-after communities.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,209 sqft
Lot size0.2034 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingDriveway, Garage
MLS #PW25088060
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewCity Lights, Neighborhood
Private poolYes
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Flooring Type: Vinyl
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Driveway, Garage
- View: City Lights, Neighborhood
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,268,000
- Price/SqFt: $574
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,823
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Whittier blvd to Colima to Mar Vista to Catalina
- Year Built: 1953
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,209 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2034 Acres
- MLS Number: PW25088060
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
- Office Phone: (562) 945-2221
- Listing Agent: BertaLuchi Balcazar
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2014 | Home Sold | $530,000 |
| Jul 14, 2004 | Home Sold | $595,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $636,958 | $7,823 |
| 2023 | $624,470 | $7,927 |
| 2022 | $612,227 | $7,746 |
| 2021 | $600,223 | $7,583 |
| 2020 | $594,069 | $7,408 |
| 2019 | $582,421 | $7,113 |
| 2018 | $571,002 | $7,005 |
| 2017 | $559,807 | $7,005 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Ocean View Elementary
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•14359 2nd St
6
Lydia Jackson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•8015 Painter Ave
5
Laurel Elementary
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•13550 Lambert Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $93,673. Typical income of Whittier, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
20%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
32%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
39%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8151 Catalina Ave
The listing price of 8151 Catalina Ave property is $1,268,000.
The property 8151 Catalina Ave is a house located in Whittier, California, 90602.
Accepting Backup Offers: 8151 Catalina Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 8151 Catalina Ave are: Ocean View Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lydia Jackson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Laurel Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Whittier Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Hillview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Richard L. Graves Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), La Serna High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), California High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Frontier High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,823 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 24, 2014 for $530,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8151 Catalina Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 8151 Catalina Ave is 2,209 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8151 Catalina Ave is 1953.
This home is located at 8151 Catalina Ave in Whittier, CA and zip code 90602 in the The San Gabriel Valley neighborhood. This 2,209 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,268,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Whittier, CA there were more than 43 sold above asking price, over 18 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2025 in Whittier, CA there were 1.1% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 26 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $815,625 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.