Whittier College Homes for Rent

Whittier College neighborhood features a mix of single-family homes, apartments, condos, and townhouses, with about 50% of residents being renters due to the college's presence. The area showcases diverse home styles, including Craftsmans, Colonial and Spanish Revivals, Cape Cods, midcentury, and custom homes. Tree-lined streets near the college are mostly flat with gentle slopes and sidewalks, transitioning into hills. Penn Park in nearby Mar Vista Heights offers picnic spots, a children’s play area, and artificial water features, while Central Park in Uptown hosts a summer concert series. Turnbull Canyon, north of the neighborhood, provides a 2.5-mile trail through the Puente Hills, popular but with limited parking. Dining options in neighboring Uptown include King and Queen Cantina, an open-air Mexican restaurant, and California Grill & Bar, known for American food and live music events. The area lacks direct highway access, with Whittier Boulevard and Interstate 605 about 1.5 miles away, and downtown Los Angeles approximately 20 miles via state Route 60. Public transportation is available through Foothills Transit bus routes. The closest airport is 20 miles away in Long Beach, with Los Angeles International Airport about 25 miles away. PIH Health Whittier Hospital is 2 miles away. The neighborhood faces wildfire threats due to its proximity to the Puente Hills and has a nearby landfill. Schools in the area include the highly rated Whittier Union High School District and Whittier High School’s Cardinal Academy of Technology, a four-year STEAM program.