5823 Alta Ave Whittier, CA 90601
West Whittier Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,941
Sq Ft
0.34
Acres
Highlights
- Koi Pond
- View of Trees or Woods
- 0.34 Acre Lot
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Updated Kitchen
- Cape Cod Architecture
About This Home
As of October 2023Storybook charm & elegance await you in this turnkey 1937 home. This vintage, classic beauty, 1 level home exudes character & old world craftsmanship. Situated on a quiet, sheltered street in the hills above Whittier, pride of ownership & meticulous attention to detail show throughout. Home welcomes you w/spacious foyer w/double coat closet. Formal living room features gleaming hardwood floors, gorgeous fireplace w/custom surround, & crown molding. Formal dining room w/waincotting, crown molding, & french windows overlooks the tranquil grounds. Lovely, updated kitchen features granite counters, & vintage O Keefe & Meritt range as well as a new vintage reproduction Northstar refrigerator. Large walk in pantry w/access to the utility basement is conveniently located in the hall. Master suite features a large walk in closet w/custom organization system. 2nd master closet is cedar lined. Master bath features a beautiful clawfoot slipper tub, & org. built in storage. 2nd bedroom w/hardwood floors, built in Murphy Bed & french doors offers peek a boo views of city lights. Bedrooms 3 & 4 have been tastefully converted to a home office/media room w/built in bookcases & entertainment center, including Bose surround speaker system. Guest bath is nicely appointed w/shower, & is adj. to the sep. indoor laundry room. Grounds surrounding the home are a private oasis, w/sweeping views of the large Koi pond, grassy play area, brick patio & gas fireplace, & numerous fruit trees.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty License #01000627 Listed on: 10/15/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,591
Year Built
- Built in 1937 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.34 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Landscaped
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Lawn
- Garden
- Front Yard
- Property is zoned WHR1*
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Property Views
- Pond
- Woods
- Peek-A-Boo
- Hills
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Cottage
- Turnkey
- Partial Copper Plumbing
Interior Spaces
- 1,941 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wired For Sound
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- French Mullion Window
- French Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Library
- Storage
- Utility Room
- Utility Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Upgraded Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Koi Pond
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
Additional Features
- No Interior Steps
- Suburban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Foothills
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2
- Tax Tract Number 9642
- Assessor Parcel Number 8126042014
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 4, 2023
Closed on
Sep 19, 2023
Sold by
Alvidrez Leticia
Bought by
Dolphus Daniel and Morgan Amanda
Seller's Agent
Hector Alvarado
Hector Alvarado, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Ben Gomez
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.13%
Views
275
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$157,002
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.37%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Outstanding Balance
$883,314
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$423,688
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 15, 2018
Closed on
Jan 17, 2019
Sold by
Mena Victoria Ann and Mena Philip
Bought by
Alvidrez Leticia
Seller's Agent
Martha Jordan
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Luther Sanchez
Century 21 Allstars
List Price
$840,000
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-9.52%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.38%
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2003
Sold by
Mena Philip G and Mena Victoria Ann
Bought by
Mena Philip G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2003
Sold by
Mena Philip G
Bought by
Mena Philip G and Mena Victoria Ann
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 1998
Sold by
Cummings Louise D
Bought by
Mena Philip G and Mena Victoria
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,150,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $760,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $300,000 | First American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $900,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $605,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $0 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $608,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $267,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $31,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2023 10/12/23 | Sold | $1,150,000 | -2.1% | $592 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2023 08/30/23 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | +2.2% | $605 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2023 08/29/23 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/27/2023 08/27/23 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | +2.2% | $605 / Sq Ft |
| 08/11/2023 08/11/23 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/04/2023 08/04/23 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | +2.2% | $605 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2023 08/04/23 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2019 02/28/19 | Sold | $760,000 | -4.4% | $392 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2019 01/22/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/05/2018 11/05/18 | Price Changed | $795,000 | -2.5% | $410 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2018 10/29/18 | Price Changed | $815,000 | -3.0% | $420 / Sq Ft |
| 10/15/2018 10/15/18 | For Sale | $840,000 | -- | $433 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $13,591 | $1,173,000 | $773,262 | $399,738 |
| 2024 | $13,591 | $1,150,000 | $758,100 | $391,900 |
| 2023 | $10,052 | $814,869 | $585,527 | $229,342 |
| 2022 | $9,901 | $798,893 | $574,047 | $224,846 |
| 2021 | $9,690 | $783,230 | $562,792 | $220,438 |
| 2019 | $3,544 | $449,871 | $259,139 | $190,732 |
| 2018 | $5,721 | $441,051 | $254,058 | $186,993 |
| 2016 | $5,496 | $423,927 | $244,194 | $179,733 |
| 2015 | $5,368 | $417,560 | $240,526 | $177,034 |
| 2014 | $5,278 | $409,382 | $235,815 | $173,567 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Hector Alvarado
Hector Alvarado, Broker
(626) 695-6622
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Ben Gomez
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles
(714) 348-9694
1 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Martha Jordan
Keller Williams Realty
(562) 857-2148
6 in this area
72 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Luther Sanchez
Century 21 Allstars
(562) 505-4901
2 in this area
101 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW18250697
APN: 8126-042-014
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