Listing date: 2025-01-07, Last update: 2025-01-07

$1,999,000 For Sale

5811 Alta Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601

  • 5Beds
  • 4Baths
  • 3,550
    sqft
  • 55,408
    sqft Lot
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,550 sqft
  • 55,408 sqft lot
Property Highlight
Year built
1920
Listed for
2 days
Price / Home Size
$563 / sqft
Parking
2
HOA
$0 / mo
A/C
Central Air
Home Type
Single Family Residence
View
Catalina,City Lights,Canyon,Hills,Panoramic
    Description

Nestled atop a hill, this exquisite 1920s Italian Villa estate offers 180 degree breathtaking views of the city from L.A. to Orange County and peaceful views of the Turnbull Canyon Hills. Spanning approximately 3,350 sq ft this home sits on on a generous estate sized lot. This expansive property offers a rare possible development opportunity to build another home. The grand living room exudes warmth and charm, featuring a marble fireplace, crown molding, a coved ceiling, and original hardwood floors. French doors provide an abundance of natural light and frame the stunning views. From the living room, French doors lead to a spacious and peaceful sunroom, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding beauty. The formal dining room, continues the crown molding and large French window doors. Living and dining room flow seamlessly into each other , making it ideal for entertaining guests while taking in the panoramic views. The kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with a butler's pantry, ample cabinet space, elegant marble countertops, and large picture windows with views of the city. This estate features five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms are connected by a charming Jack-and-Jill bathroom with a classic clawfoot tub and old world charm. The third bedroom boasts a light and airy resort feel, with French door windows, captivating views, and a spacious layout. It includes a beautiful en-suite bathroom, providing a private retreat or downstairs primary suite. The fourth bedroom is presently used as an office with peaceful views of the hills and trees. Ascend the gorgeous tile staircase to the primary bedroom, a true sanctuary with sweeping city views, double walk-in closets, and a luxurious private bath featuring a charming clawfoot tub. From here, step out onto the rooftop deck to savor the incredible views, enjoy breathtaking sunsets, watch the Disneyland fireworks, or see the cruise ships leave Long Beach. The property also has a finished basement, a guest house, garage work area, and a storage shelter that could be the perfect wine cellar. Located minutes away from the charming Uptown Whittier with a variety of restaurants and shops to enjoy. A short walk down your driveway and you are on the trails of Turnbull Canyon. Don't miss the unique opportunity to own a 100 year old home that blends timeless elegance and modern comfort amongst the preserved small-town charm that makes Uptown Whittier so special.

Listing Provided Agent
  • • Name: Margaret Weston
  • • DRE: 01041561
  • • Email: Maggie@WestonandWood.com
  • • Phone: -
Listing Provided Office
  • • Name: Circa Properties, Inc.
  • • Email: -
  • • Phone: 714-203-6814
Co-Listing Agent
  • • Name: Danielle Shields
  • • DRE: 02156838
  • • Email: dshieldsre@gmail.com
  • • Phone: -
Co-Listing Office
  • • Name: Circa Properties, Inc.
  • • Email: -
  • • Phone: 714-203-6814
Source
  • • CRMLS #PW24175426crmls logo
Local Information
Home Details for 5811 Alta Avenue
Interior
Features
  • Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Pantry, Stone Counters, Storage, Bedroom On Main Level, Jack And Jill Bath, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
  • Doors: French Doors
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Flooring: 2
  • Common walls: No Common Walls
Appliances
  • Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
Bathrooms
  • 1 half bathroom
  • 3 main level bathrooms
  • 3 full bathrooms
  • 4 total bathrooms
Bedrooms
  • 4 main level bedrooms
  • 5 total bedrooms
Rooms
  • Bathroom, Bedroom, Basement, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
Living Area
  • 3,550 sqft
Exterior
Features
  • Home Type: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Entry Location: Steps
  • Patio & Porch: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rooftop
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Panoramic
Parking & Garage
  • # of Parking spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Gravel, Private, Unpaved
  • Garage Spaces: 2
Lot
  • Size: 55,408 sqft
  • Size source: Assessor
  • Elevation Unit: Feet
Details
  • Parcel Number: 8126042013
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Special Condition: Standard
  • Property Condition: Zoning: WHR1*, Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Rooftop, Catalina, City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Panoramic
  • # of Total unit: 1
  • Common Interest: None
Utilities
Utilities
  • Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
  • Biking, Hiking, Sidewalks
HOA
Property Financial History
DateEventPrice
01/07/2025Source: CRMLS #PW24175426
Back on Market
-
10/08/2024Source: CRMLS #PW24175426
Off Market
-
08/28/2024Source: CRMLS #PW24175426
Listed for Sale
$ 1,999,000
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