6554 Friends Ave, Whittier, CA 90601
PENDING0.31 ACRES
Listed by Mark Velasco, West Shores Realty, Inc., (310) 541-8000

6554 Friends Ave
Whittier, CA 90601

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,974 sqft (on 0.31 acres)
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,974 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$1,350,000

Est. Mortgage $8,602/mo*
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Description

SAT & SUN OPEN HOUSE CANCELED. BACK ON THE MARKET (No fault of the Seller). Become proud new owners of the second well known Landmark Mills Act Historical Home in Whittier. The low tax benefit carries over to the new owner. ($5,990 a year and will not increase at the new purchase price) This home represents the true architecture representation of highly sought after Craftsman. They are considered the most expensive to build since craftsmanship requires fine details of surrounding porches, built in benches and mud room. This home is made out pure redwood and cedar. This is a unique designed 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms consist of 2,974 square feet of living space. An R4 zoned lot (13,637 square feet) that can build 2 bedroom ADU –owner has plans and you will still have room for a pool (currently a Koi pond but permitted as pool). Completely remodeled from inside and out in 2018, owner spent over $560,000 in upgrades and all essential work has been done from new roof, electrical, dual AC, copper plumbing, cedar side shingles, fence, paved landscaping, sprinkler systems and earthquake retrofitting. Not to mention all the upgrades of expanding the completely redone kitchen as an open concept with high end Thermador appliances and plumbed Miele coffee machine, water softener and water filtration system. The upstairs was configured into two master bedrooms with own private bathrooms. An additional permitted third bedroom currently used a master closet. The fourth bedroom is located downstairs. Has a separate enclosed room can be used as an office or cigar room. Detached garage has new electrical, networking and can be used as a home office. High end marble, custom tile upgrades throughout the house and all original built-in cabinet, interior and exterior doors was professionally stripped and stained. Spacious and open floor plan with dining room for all your big family gatherings and huge living room. High ceilings and beautiful original crown moldings. The seller was able to get solar panels approved and installed. This solar purchase and not leased has $32,000 tax credit that has not been used. New buyer can do a solar assumption with the low fixed interest rate (ask for details). Walking distance to Uptown for dining, shopping and movies.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$454
Listed
102 days ago

Home Details for 6554 Friends Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2974 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator, Water SoftenerDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,Washer HookupRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: Above GroundHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 220 Volts in KitchenNo Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: FrontAccessibility: 2+ Access ExitsFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights, Park/Greenbelt, Peek-A-Boo, Pond
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, Patio, WoodExterior: Koi PondFoundation: Raised, BasementNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage Faces Rear,RV Gated
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 102

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Craftsman
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 8139001013

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,350,000Price Per Sqft: $454
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Mar 29 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Location

Direction & Address
City: Whittier
School Information
High School District: Whittier Union High

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: DW23219842

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Park, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSNo HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2Buyer Agency Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DW23219842Water ViewWater View: PondAttribution Contact: 626-392-9499

Additional Information

CurbsHikingParkSidewalks
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listing Provided by: Mark Velasco DRE #01789768, (626) 392-9499
West Shores Realty, Inc.
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#DW23219842

Foreclosure Information

5/1/1967
Foreclosure auction
$342,613
The property was scheduled to be sold at a
Foreclosure Auction
. The auction was scheduled to take place at 400 CIVIC CENTER PLZ, POMONA. Because auction dates are often changed or postponed, it is unknown at this time if the auction was held. Please confirm with a foreclosure specialist.
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Home in default
$15,766
Public records indicate that the owner of this property is in pre-foreclosure. The loan in default was issued on 12/27/2022 in the amount of $300,000.
7/27/2017
Previous Sale
$655,000
The home last sold for $655,000

Legal Details

Foreclosure Type
Non-Judicial
Recorded
Notice of Default on 05/01/1967
Notice of Default on 05/01/1967
Parcel Number
8139001013

Price History for 6554 Friends Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/30/2024$1,350,000PendingCRMLS #DW23219842
03/12/2024$1,350,000PriceChange
CRMLS #DW23219842
02/21/2024$1,380,000PendingCRMLS #DW23219842
12/16/2023$1,380,000PriceChange
CRMLS #DW23219842
12/02/2023$1,100,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #DW23219842
11/23/2023$1,498,800ListingRemovedCRMLS #PW23163798
10/01/2023$1,498,800PriceChange
CRMLS #PW23163798
09/29/2023$1,518,000PriceChange
CRMLS #PW23163798
09/02/2023$1,600,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #PW23163798
07/27/2017$655,000Sold
N/A
10/31/1997$308,000Sold
N/A

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$5,970
Assessment$436,000
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6554 Friends Ave, Whittier, CA 90601 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,974 sqft single-family home built in 1912. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Dec 16, 2023. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DW23219842.