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#TR25119085·
Listing office: Harcourt Realty·
Listing agent: Tracy Harcourt·
Listing office phone: 562-714-0023
$1,550,000 List price
8459 La Vela Ave Whittier, CA 90605
5 beds
4 full
3,833 sqft
0.3 acres
$404 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8459 La Vela Ave
$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!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Attic Fan
Size3,833 sqft
Lot size0.3223 Acres
Year built1960
ParkingCircular Driveway, Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side
MLS #TR25119085
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room
Private poolYes
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Wood
- Interior: 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
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Circular Driveway, Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Garage Faces Side
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Attic Fan
- List Price: $1,550,000
- Price/SqFt: $404
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,040
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Level, Sprinklers
- Directions: Take La Cuarta and turn onto one way street La Vela. La Vela is between Catalina and La Bajada
- Year Built: 1960
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 3,833 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.3223 Acres
- MLS Number: TR25119085
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Harcourt Realty
- Office Phone: (562) 714-0023
- Listing Agent: Tracy Harcourt
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $350,296 | $5,040 |
| 2023 | $343,428 | $4,966 |
| 2022 | $336,695 | $4,852 |
| 2021 | $330,094 | $4,733 |
| 2020 | $326,711 | $4,616 |
| 2019 | $320,306 | $4,224 |
| 2018 | $314,026 | $4,153 |
| 2017 | $307,869 | $4,153 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Ocean View Elementary
Public District KG-5
0.3 mi
•14359 2nd St
6
Mulberry Elementary
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•14029 Mulberry Dr
6
Lydia Jackson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•8015 Painter Ave
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 $69,444. Typical income of Whittier, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
32%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
17%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Banana Republic
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Sonic
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Infiniti
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Urban Contemporary
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8459 La Vela Ave
The listing price of 8459 La Vela Ave property is $1,550,000.
The property 8459 La Vela Ave is a house located in Whittier, California, 90605.
Active Listing: 8459 La Vela Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8459 La Vela Ave are: Ocean View Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mulberry Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lydia Jackson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), 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 $5,040 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 8459 La Vela Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
The property 8459 La Vela Ave is 3,833 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8459 La Vela Ave is 1960.
This home is located at 8459 La Vela Ave in Whittier, CA and zip code 90605 in the The San Gabriel Valley neighborhood. This 3,833 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,550,000.
Whittier, CA housing market in June 2025 saw over 35 listings sold above listed price, more than 12 sold at listed price and over 16 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Whittier, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 1.1%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $829,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 25 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.