5236 Palm Ave, Whittier, CA 90601
Front door, Living room
Front Door, Bathroom
OFF MARKET

$816,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 7, 2026
  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 500 sqft

5236 Palm Ave, Whittier, CA 90601

Home Highlights

Apartment
500 sqft
$1,634/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5236 Palm Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Private studio available in Whittier! Quiet location in Whittier, Offers kitchen, living room, bathroom. The kitchen includes a stove, Washer/Dryer. A/C and Heating included. Street parking available. Conveniently located near freeway access, parks, shopping and more!
All Utilities included
WiFi included.

Owner Pays ALL utilities,
5236 Palm Ave, Whittier, CA 90601 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 500 sqft apartment. It last sold for $570,000 on Jul 1, 2019 (25,809% above the $2,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2025 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 2, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $816,900, with a rent estimate of $1,892/month.

Home Details for 5236 Palm Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Wall UnitHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 5236 Palm Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5915 Morrill Ave, Whittier, CA
0.83
Multi-Family Home
$770,000
05/06/26
2
1.5
1,000 sqft
6222 Magnolia Ave, Whittier, CA
0.98
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
12/08/25
2
1
820 sqft
629 N Victoria Ave, Montebello, CA
2.66
Apartment
$909,800
02/13/26
1
737 sqft
478 Sycamore Dr, Montebello, CA
3.18
Apartment
$1,700,000
04/15/26
5
6
3,021 sqft
2300 S Hacienda Blvd #F1, Hacienda Heights, CA
4.90
Apartment
$470,000
08/19/26
2
2
1,129 sqft
2718 Musgrove Ave, El Monte, CA
4.48
Apartment
$1,100,000
05/28/26
10
5
4,152 sqft
16206 Haldane St, Whittier, CA
5.70
Apartment
$607,000
12/30/25
2
1
850 sqft
11120 Legion Loop #103, El Monte, CA
5.26
Apartment
$710,000
10/30/25
3
3
1,552 sqft
8036 Whitmore St, Rosemead, CA
5.06
Multi-Family Home
$1,580,000
04/20/26
3
1.5
1,200 sqft
421 S Garfield Ave #79, Monterey Park, CA
5.72
Apartment
$510,000
06/10/26
2
2
979 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Whittier

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,892/mo
Average rent
$2.35K
$100MoM
Available listings
255
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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 2, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MB25023119
ListingRemoved
$2,200
Feb 5, 2025
Source: CRMLS #MB25023119
Listed For Rent
$2,200
Feb 5, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,200
Jan 31, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,200
Nov 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,200

Frequently asked questions about 5236 Palm Ave

  • What is 5236 Palm Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5236 Palm Ave in Whittier, CA is $816,900.
  • What is the price history for 5236 Palm Ave?
    5236 Palm Ave in Whittier, CA last sold for $570,000 in July 2019.
  • Is Whittier a buyer's or seller's market?
    Whittier is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Whittier?
    The median sale price in Whittier is $823K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
  • Does 5236 Palm Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5236 Palm Ave in Whittier, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 5236 Palm Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5236 Palm Ave in Whittier, CA has in-unit laundry.

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