$1,700,000
SOLD APR 24, 2025
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,782 Sq Ft
10,586 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$611 Per Sq Ft

17% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Private Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Murphy Ranch Elementary School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome To 16157 Castile Dr, A Beautiful Home In The Highly Sought-After Friendly Hills Neighborhood Of Whittier. Located Just Moments From The Prestigious Friendly Hills Country Club, Desired Schools And Walking Trails. This Home Offers The Perfect Blend Of Comfort, Style, And Offers Breathtaking Views. Step Inside To A Spacious Formal Living And Dining Room, Where Large Windows Showcase Stunning Outdoor Scenery. The Well-Designed Floor Plan Includes A Versatile Downstairs Room, Currently Used As An Office. The Kitchen Opens To The Inviting Family Room, Creating A Perfect Space For Entertaining. The Family Room Is Warm And Welcoming With A Cozy Fireplace And Access To The Outdoor Patio. Throughout The Home You’ll Find Plantation Shutters, Recessed Lighting, And A Deck That Overlooks The Golf Course, Surrounded By Lush Greenery. The Backyard Is A True Retreat, Featuring A Pool And Stunning City Light Views That Can Be Enjoyed From Both Inside And Outside The Home. Upstairs, The Primary Suite Is A Peaceful Escape, Complete With A Private Balcony Where You Can Take In Breathtaking Sunsets And City Lights. The Spa-Inspired En-Suite Bathroom Includes A Jacuzzi Tub, A Walk-In Closet, And Dual Vanities. Upstairs Bedrooms Provide Plenty Of Space For Family And Guests. With It's Prime Location, Stunning Views, And Thoughtfully Designed Layout, This Home Is A Rare Find. Don’t Miss The Chance To Experience Everything It Has To Offer—Schedule A Tour Today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adriana Hernandez

Circle Real Estate Brokerage Email: adriana@realestatebyadriana.com License #01903923 Listed on: 03/11/2025

Circle Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Sophia De La Vara

Keller Williams License #01127097

Keller Williams

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,021

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 10,586 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned WHR110000*

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Golf Course

Interior Spaces

  • 2,782 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Double Door Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Balcony

Schools

  • La Serna High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 13
  • Tax Tract Number 30412
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8291026011
  • $719 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,021

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Stove, Refrigerator, Microwave,
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: WHR110000*
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 8291026011
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2782.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: Double Door Entry
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 611.07
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • View: City Lights, Golf Course
  • Pool Features: Private
  • Pool Private: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Golf, Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: East Whittier Unified
  • High School: La Serna
  • High School: La Serna
  • High School2: LASER

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10586.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2430

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 10586.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 5002.02
  • Tax Lot: 13
  • Tax Tract Number: 30412
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 719.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2025
Closed on
Mar 25, 2025
Sold by
Crawford Family Survivors Trust and Crawford Debora L
Bought by
Velasquez Esteban and Velasquez Angelica
Seller's Agent
Adriana Hernandez
Circle Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sophia De La Vara
Keller Williams
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$250,000
17.24%
Views
76
Current Estimated Value
$1,669,275

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$30,725
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.31%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,355,184
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$314,091

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2023
Sold by
Crawford Debora L
Bought by
Crawford Family Survivors Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2011
Sold by
Crawford Debora L
Bought by
Crawford Debora L and Crawford Family Survivors Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2009
Sold by
Mericle Keith A
Bought by
Crawford Debora L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$704,000
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2003
Sold by
Mericle Keith
Bought by
Mericle Keith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 1998
Sold by
Bandstra Andrew D
Bought by
Mericle Keith and Mericle Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,625
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,700,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $935,000 Itc Gln
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Oct
Grant Deed $446,500 American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,360,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $704,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $444,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $388,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $23,500 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $44,625 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Sold $1,700,000 0.0% $611 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Off Market $1,700,000 -- --
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2025 03/11/25 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $521 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $14,021 $1,221,038 $819,664 $401,374
2024 $14,021 $1,197,097 $803,593 $393,504
2023 $13,677 $1,173,626 $787,837 $385,789
2022 $13,586 $1,150,615 $772,390 $378,225
2021 $13,417 $1,128,055 $757,246 $370,809
2019 $12,220 $1,014,000 $680,000 $334,000
2018 $12,064 $1,014,000 $680,000 $334,000
2016 $10,076 $858,000 $576,000 $282,000
2015 $10,167 $858,000 $576,000 $282,000
2014 $9,972 $835,000 $560,500 $274,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW25054274

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 8291-026-011