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A SoCal suburb once known for citrus and walnuts
"West Whittier-Los Nietos stands as a captivating blend of past and present, where history blends seamlessly with modern life," says Realtor Jeff Symon, who works with Real Brokerage Technologies and has a few years of experience in the area. With development dating to the 1860s, the area is one of the earliest established in Southern California. Located in Los Angeles County, West Whitter-Los Nietos was named for Quaker poet and abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier as well as the Spanish translation of "the grandchildren." Early Whittier became notable for its walnut and citrus production. Today it's a family-friendly suburb known for its public parks and convenience. "It's a 5-minute drive to bustling Uptown Whittier, the city's center," Symon says. "There's been a lot of money invested here over the years."
West Whittier-Los Nietos has a variety of single-family homes
East of downtown Los Angeles, West Whittier-Los Nietos is mostly composed of blocks of single-family homes. The residential streets are lined with palm and cypress trees, some featuring distant mountain views. Many of the yards also have palm trees as well as garden beds with hedges. Driveways are standard, and there’s plenty of street parking. Most homes here were built between the 1920s through the 1960s. Some houses have a Mediterranean style with archways and stucco exteriors, but midcentury ranch-style homes are predominant. Ranch-style homes range from $650,000 to $1 million, while Mediterranean homes range from $800,000 to $900,000. There are also a few mobile home parks within the neighborhood. Manufactured homes range from $100,000 to $200,000.
West Whittier-Los Nietos is mostly composed of blocks of single-family homes.
Mobile Homes in West Whittier have a nice affordable option in certain neighborhoods.
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Learning in Whittier City School District
Rated a C-plus on Niche, West Whittier Elementary School has dual language Spanish immersion. Katherine Edwards Middle School, a STEAM and dual immersion academy, has a B-minus. With a B-plus, Pioneer High School offers courses like Architectural Design and sociology. Nearby Whittier College, President Richard Nixon’s alma mater, offers over 30 liberal arts majors.
West Whittier Elementary School is in the city of Whittier.
Pioneer High School offers courses like architectural design and sociology.
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Picnics at Sorensen Park and learning at Pio Pico Park
According to Symon, the neighborhood’s parks foster a sense of unity and belonging among residents. "There are charming local parks, like Sorensen Park, where picnicking, leisurely strolls and community events take center stage," Symon says. It’s also right next to the Sorensen Library. Pio Pico State Historic Park is valued for its learning opportunities. "It's one of the crown jewels of the neighborhood," Symon says. The site is recognized as a California historic landmark, with plenty of information about the state's early history, "There are beautifully preserved adobe structures, lush gardens and informative exhibits," Symon says.
Pio Pico Park is one of the cities crown jewels of the neighborhood.
Sorensen Park in West Whittier Los Nietos has a variety of public amenities and playgrounds.
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Shopping at Whittier Marketplace
On Whittier Boulevard, the community’s northern edge, there are many shops and casual dining spots. MUGS Coffee Roasters Whittier offers lattes and bakery at a convenient drive-thru and on a shaded patio. Super Burrito offers classic Mexican dishes in a colorful interior with wall art. In Whittier Marketplace, a strip mall, there’s a Ralphs grocery store and a CVS pharmacy. There's also more retail in the Santa Fe Springs Marketplace strip mall, which has fast food spots and more stores.
On Whittier Boulevard, there are many shops & casual dining spots like MUGS Coffee.
You can find local small businesses in the Whittier Los Nietos area.
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Events at Sorensen Library and Park
As a community resource, Sorensen Library hosts events like book clubs, Storytimes and painting lessons. Sorensen Park also hosts events, including free concerts for Los Angeles County's Parks After Dark Series and self-defense classes.
Getting around the Gateway Cities region
West Whittier-Los Nietos is part of the Gateway Cities region, which links LA, the Pacific Coast and Orange County. Locals can take Interstate 5 about 15 miles northwest to downtown LA. There are multiple Montebello Bus Lines stops along Washington Boulevard, the community’s southern edge. For the nearest medical center, PIH Health Whittier Hospital is around 2 miles east of the neighborhood. Long Beach Airport, the closest major airport, is about 15 miles south of the area.
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West Whittier-Los Nietos Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Whittier-Los Nietos, Whittier sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Whittier-Los Nietos, Whittier over the last 12 months is $802,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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