13978 Summit Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
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FOR SALE
1.02 ACRES
Listed by Enrique Campos, Century 21 Masters, (818) 300-1595

$2,600,000

Original price: $2,800,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 4,753 sqft (on 1.02 acres)

13978 Summit Dr, Whittier, CA 90602

Est. Mortgage $16,261/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
1.02 acre lot
$547/sqft
3 Car Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Reduced and Perched on an expansive 1.02-acre hilltop lot in the highly coveted Mar Vista Heights neighborhood, 13978 Summit Drive is a masterful, custom-built luxury estate offering panoramic, unobstructed 270 degree views of the city lights and surrounding hillsides. Once featured in Architectural Digest for its standout design, this historic 1939 American Colonial Revival-style masterpiece represents an exceptional opportunity for discerning buyers seeking privacy, prestige, and unparalleled acreage in Whittier's elite enclave. The residence opens to a grand two-story floor plan featuring a spectacular foyer with spiral staircase that leads to the upper-level living quarters.Spanning 4,753 square feet of refined interior space, the home beautifully balances grand architectural scale with timeless comfort. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, the formal living spaces flow effortlessly to a resort-style backyard oasis, centering around a sparkling pool set against a breathtaking panoramic backdrop. The residence accommodates family and guests with 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms and detached Cabana with 2 additional rooms, multiple fireplaces, covered Outdoor Patio all positioned to maximize the serene hilltop ambiance. Combining a rich architectural pedigree with a commanding geographical footprint, this iconic estate delivers an unmatched luxury lifestyle just moments from the Friendly Hills area.

Home Details for 13978 Summit Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Basement, Bonus Room, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 6
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4753 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer ConnectedAppliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In KitchenMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living Room, Outside, Wood BurningSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1Accessibility: ParkingFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: City Lights, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Pool
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Covered, Open, PatioFencing: Block, PartialOther Structures: Guest House, CabanaFoundation: SlabHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Driveway,Paved,Garage Faces Rear,RV Potential
Pool
Pool: In Ground, PrivatePool
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Tap Paid
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 56Days on Market: 57

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: FixerParcel Number: 8138022036

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,600,000Price Per Sqft: $547
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: SR26152865

Community

Community Features: Biking, Mountainous, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.0249 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: NoneListing Terms: Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: SR26152865Living Area Range Units: Square FeetWater ViewWater View: OceanAttribution Contact: 818-300-1595Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06037-N-8138022036-R-N

Additional Information

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What Locals Say about Whittier

At least 1253 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 56 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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  • Danniel Lopez
    "It’s historic and a lot of movies are filmed here"
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    "Plenty of family friendly activities and venues. Kids are always seen and welcomed at restaurants with adults. School districts are great with multiple options for private and public schools. After school activities , sports, clubs and parks as well. Plenty of centers of worship in the city "
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  • Carlosmenzies777
    "Family Safe! Many land marks to visit! Especially Uptown!"
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    "It is further away from freeways. It’s a blessing and a curse. The extra distance is worth the quiet neighborly feel. "
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  • Autumn Tovar
    "There are some transient and gang activity, like any city. But in general it’s a great area and there’s an actual sense of community here. There’s a reason why people stay."
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  • Claudia Ramirez
    "People tend to walk at night when it’s dark, which makes me believe it’s safe. I’ve only lived in Whittier for two years."
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  • Almanzairene2020
    "It’s a good neighborhood, lots of food places and shopping centers . I think it’s a good place to raise a family."
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  • Jose Paz Ramirez Martinez
    "Park has family gatherings kid outside cycling people walking to the plaza near by also lots of people walking there dogs "
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  • Retrojka
    "People don't use cones on the street to save parking. The only downside is the apartments and people have to many cars. I'm one house hold. "
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  • Daniel Lozano
    "Walkable neighborhoods with tree lined streets. People enjoy the company of dogs in Whittier and will typically ask if it’s to pet your dog"
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  • Patrick Hart
    "Lots of dog owners here in Whittier. Many trees as well so both the owners and the dogs have plenty of shade and while walking. A wonderful flat walking trail and hillside trails as well are available. "
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  • Patrick Hart
    "Great walking work out in our Friendly Hills area - sidewalks or a trail for the those that want the feel of nature. "
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  • Reanna Gonzalez
    "A lot of people walk their dogs. There’s a trail near by that goes past up brea. There’s hikes for dogs also. There’s a tough hike in uptown Whittier, and an easy hike by La Serna. "
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  • Torresjoshua1997
    "Lovely neighborhood with nice people, nice neighbors. Would recommend to new residents thinking of moving in."
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  • Gjjwxt8kqm
    "Good everything is close by. And I don’t usually venture out of the neighborhood. I want to stay in this general area. "
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  • S7y6p8cbdm
    "A lot of people have dogs that bark a lot. Keep small dogs indoors because of raccoons or coyotes. But there’s good dog parks. A lot of safe space to walk "
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  • B.cruz101010
    "Farmers markets, & pop up events and local swap meets! We also have lots of events in the parks for family nights & summer night events! Holiday events as well in the local parks! "
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  • Gallimorec
    "I work in La Mirada about 8 minutes from home and 5 minutes from my kids school. Great place to live. "
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  • Riverbabe1990
    "Lots of homeless people roaming up & down Bentongrove. We live on the this street. Wish we would have known. They dig through our trash cans on trash day."
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  • Sylvia Rodriguez
    "Christmas parade. High school is close I'm a senior Dial a ride good restaurants An slot if choices."
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  • Sylvia Rodriguez
    "Neighbors look out for each other neighbors to keep to themselves selves there are churches, restaurants, a library, and shopping close by lots of schools for the kids families walking people walking their dogs I feel safe. "
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  • Nelda Magat
    "Dog owners do not pick up after their dog poop.. people not very friendly. Some let their dogs unsupervised and just run around the neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is a busy community during the working hours of 8-5 and quiet and calm towards the afternoon. The people look after each other and report any suspicious activity "
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  • Jose Paz Ramirez Martinez
    "I lived here for 5 years my kids could walk to school and back it’s well maintained very good are to live "
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  • Gallimorec
    "Lots of grass. Plenty of walking space and interactions with other pet owners. Plenty of dog parks and walking paths. "
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  • Laurie_1008
    "Nice, quiet. Close to restaurants. Parking is not that great. Too many coyotes. Neighbors are nice. The majority. Park close by."
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  • Cynthia Douglas
    "I enjoy living here in Whittier but this past year things have changed a lot of police activity going on at night so after the sun goes down I dnt go out for walks like I used to before"
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  • Phillippe Pena
    "Gangs in the block, homeless in the area , so unsafe neighborhood police go often , gun shots late at night and you can’t leave packages outside your door Avoid this block "
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  • Kathryn R.
    "Since I lived in uptown Whittier, years ago. I love the area. it's like a small town where everything is convenient."
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  • Sylvia Rodriguez
    "I live in uptown Whittier there is a theater nice restaurants a specialty stores. An every other Wednesday. There is a street fair during the summer. Car shows good food and fun. "
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  • Cindy Blanco
    "Kind of cool as we smack in the middle of all freeways. Most commutes to work anyway will be an hour give or take. "
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  • Mjp24irb
    "I love Whittier. I feel safe in Whittier. I love Palm park and Sorensen Park. Only negative is, we have noticed a lot of transients lately. "
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  • Cindy Blanco
    "Too expensive for old homes unless the wood is treated. Every building seems outdated in infrastructure. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a great place to live, especially if you have children. All neighbors are respectful to one another. Our family love to live in Whittier . If you have the opportunity come and see for yourself."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a small park with clean facilities all around. Great for walks around the block day or night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Parades and car shows. The parks are inviting. The farmers market is also inviting. The restaurant street dining is awesome too. "
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  • Hector G.
    "Nice area to live in and love uptown and what they have down by closing off the streets to dine out. I also love all the trails available to walk on and train in."
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  • Jazmine G. .
    "Walk against Crime in August Christmas events with Santa at the local parks Summer Park Music Events Parnell Park has food vendors/trucks on certain days "
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  • Jenn O.
    "not sure. lots of churches. library and restaurants and ymca. right in the middle of all freeways. 20 minutes in any direction . maintain the roads well around here. maintain parkway and trees well. "
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  • Michael G.
    "Christmas parade and uptown whittier farmers market . lots of great activities. small town feels <()"
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Market trends in Whittier

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$823K
Sale-to-List Price
101.0%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$580
$1MoM
Available listings
194
15MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.51M
Since last month
Decreased$278K (-10%)
Since last year
Increased$114K (+4.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+558.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.51M
August 2026$2.67M
July 2026$2.79M
June 2026$2.67M
May 2026$2.65M
April 2026$2.62M
March 2026$2.5M
February 2026$2.48M
January 2026$2.42M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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4
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$1,799,000
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0.34
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$1,202,685
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3
3,128
14036 Mar Vista St, Whittier, CA
0.24
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$970,000
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3
2
2,001
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
13972 Eastridge Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.14
$1,252,900
4
3
2,792
Off Market
14004 Eastridge Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.14
$1,799,000
4
3.5
3,778
Recently Sold
14001 Summit Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.10
$1,599,000
3
2.5
2,239
For Sale
Penn St #63, Whittier, CA 90602
0.12
$428,000
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-
For Sale
14011 Summit Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.12
$1,927,000
5
3.5
3,357
Off Market
13959 Mar Vista St, Whittier, CA 90602
0.17
$1,201,200
4
2.5
2,412
Off Market
7714 Vale Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.14
$2,999,999
3
3.5
4,602
For Sale
7604 Forest Ave, Whittier, CA 90602
0.21
$1,050,000
3
2
1,423
Recently Sold
14036 Mar Vista St, Whittier, CA 90602
0.24
$970,000
3
2
2,001
Recently Sold
7695 Vale Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.20
$1,207,100
4
2
2,053
Off Market
14084 Bronte Dr, Whittier, CA 90602
0.22
$2,710,400
4
4
4,262
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 9, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SR26152865
PriceChange
$2,600,000
Price decreased by 7%
Jul 15, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SR26152865
Listed For Sale
$2,800,000
Jan 23, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$381,738
Jun 9, 2006
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,500,000
Aug 29, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,188,000

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Agent Phone: (818) 300-1595
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Frequently asked questions about 13978 Summit Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 13978 Summit Dr?
    Based on a $2,600,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 13978 Summit Dr in Whittier, CA is approximately $16,529 (about $13,897 principal & interest, $2,557 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 13978 Summit Dr compare to homes in Whittier?
    13978 Summit Dr in Whittier, CA is listed at $2,600,000, about 216% above the $823K median sale price in Whittier.
  • What do residents say about Whittier?
    Residents describe Whittier, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Whittier, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 13978 Summit Dr?
    The closest schools to 13978 Summit Dr in Whittier, CA are California High School (rated 7/10), East Whittier Middle School (rated 7/10), Ocean View Elementary School (rated 6/10).
  • Does 13978 Summit Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 13978 Summit Dr in Whittier, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 13978 Summit Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 13978 Summit Dr in Whittier, CA has a pool.
13978 Summit Dr, Whittier, CA 90602 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,753 sqft single-family home built in 1939. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Jul 15, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# SR26152865.