Seller's Agent in 2023
Joe Melendez
Coldwell Banker Diamond
(562) 640-1466
2 in this area
31 Total Sales
7816 Bowen Dr Whittier, CA 90602
Mar Vista Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,340,000 - $1,517,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,211
Sq Ft
$650/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Private Pool
- Deck
- No HOA
- Ocean View Elementary School Rated A-
- Pool View
- Den
About This Home
As of April 2023Welcome to this unique and tropical residence in the exclusive Bacon Creek area of Mar Vista Heights. This is the first time on the real estate market for this custom designed executive home. This amazing property offers lots of living & entertaining space and privacy and is located in the desirable & highly sought after Bacon Creek neighborhood located in the City of Whittier. This custom built home was built in 1961 and is nestled in the Whittier Hills above Mar Vista Drive. This stunning property features 4 Bedrooms , 2 Full Bathrooms, remodeled kitchen, private family pool, large backyard for family gatherings and is over 2200 square feet of living space, sitting on a grand lot size of 22,900 plus square foot lot This extraordinary home is an entertainers delight with lush mature trees and plants surrounding the property, a secluded backyard with a concrete patio and wooden deck for added seating while enjoy views of the nightly sunsets, stars & sky at night. Enter on the main level to the formal living room with a gas fireplace, adjacent to a den/family room which leads to the kitchen and laundry area and a tankless water heater. The large dining room connects right off the kitchen & has a wall of windows for natural light and view of the manicured landscaping. The light and bright remodeled kitchen offers counter seating a serving Island and plenty of cabinet storage. All 3 remaining bedrooms are spacious and are on one side of the property. The large refreshing pool has a deep and shallow end for everyone to enjoy & a waterfall feature for those peaceful and quiet times by the pool. The backyard area is tranquil and serene with surrounding privacy of citrus trees and various other mature trees and landscaping around the property. Located within a very short distance of Whittier College, Uptown Whittier and close to major dining and retail stores. Don't miss this unique opportunity to preview this special and one of a kind property!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Diamond License #01513916 Listed on: 03/09/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 0.53 Acre Lot
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned WHR1L2
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway Down Slope From Street
Interior Spaces
- 2,211 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Carpet
- Pool Views
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Concrete Porch or Patio
Schools
- La Serna High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 7
- Tax Tract Number 21782
- Assessor Parcel Number 8138029007
- $984 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 9, 2023
Closed on
Apr 13, 2023
Sold by
Garcia Detorres Elena
Bought by
Torres Adolfo
Seller's Agent
Joe Melendez
Coldwell Banker Diamond
Buyer's Agent
LUIS AGUIAR
Pinpoint Realtors
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,268,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,000
1.44%
Views
93
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
$168,584
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.70%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 29, 2012
Sold by
Bihr James E and Bihr Elizabeth L
Bought by
Bihr James E and Bihr Elizabeth L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$254,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 1994
Sold by
Bihr James E and Bihr Elizabeth L
Bought by
Bihr James E and Bihr Elizabeth L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torres Adolfo | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Bihr James E | -- | Ticor Title Company Of Ca | |
| Bihr James E | -- | Ticor Title Company Of Ca | |
| Bihr James E | -- | -- | |
| Bihr James E | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Bihr James E | $254,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/19/2023 04/19/23 | Sold | $1,268,000 | +1.4% | $573 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2023 03/20/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/09/2023 03/09/23 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | -- | $565 / 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 | $15,448 | $1,319,226 | $837,105 | $482,121 |
| 2024 | $15,448 | $1,293,360 | $820,692 | $472,668 |
| 2023 | $15,125 | $1,273,000 | $827,000 | $446,000 |
| 2022 | $2,555 | $148,724 | $38,320 | $110,404 |
| 2021 | $2,488 | $145,809 | $37,569 | $108,240 |
| 2019 | $2,415 | $141,486 | $36,455 | $105,031 |
| 2018 | $2,229 | $138,713 | $35,741 | $102,972 |
| 2016 | $2,103 | $133,328 | $34,354 | $98,974 |
| 2015 | $2,071 | $131,326 | $33,838 | $97,488 |
| 2014 | $2,043 | $128,755 | $33,176 | $95,579 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joe Melendez
-
LUIS AGUIAR
Buyer's Agent in 2023
LUIS AGUIAR
Pinpoint Realtors
(310) 350-4351
1 in this area
57 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW23025685
APN: 8138-029-007
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