5838 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90601
OFF MARKET

5838 Painter Ave
Whittier, CA 90601

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,900 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$1,026,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,269/mo*
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$1,026,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,269/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1989
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Living Area
1,900 sqft
Price/Sqft
$540
Parking
Garage

Description

Charming single story home in uptown Whittier on cul de sac. The renovated home has 1,900 square feet including 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with an open floor plan. Large great room, renovated kitchen with granite countertops. Master bedroom has newly remodeled private master bath. Separate 3 car garage. Refurbished hard wood floors throughout entire house. Our house also includes A/C and heating unit. Must provide references and have good credit score.
5838 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90601 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,900 sqft single-family home built in 1989. It last sold for $945,000 on Jul 21, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2018 with an asking price of $2,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,026,500, with a rent estimate of $3,533/month.

Home Details for 5838 Painter Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1989Year Updated: 1989
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price History for 5838 Painter Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/21/2023$945,000Sold
N/A
07/18/2023$945,000PendingCRMLS #PW23111666
07/07/2023$945,000ContingentCRMLS #PW23111666
06/28/2023$880,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #PW23111666
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
08/21/2018$2,800ListingRemovedN/A
07/28/2018$2,800Listed For RentN/A
08/26/2002$310,000Sold
N/A
07/28/2000$300,000Sold
N/A
04/09/1999$232,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Whittier

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$827K
$33.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$581
$16MoM
Available listings
209
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,267
Assessment$963,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5838 Painter Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12831 Stardell St, Whittier, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
10/15/25
3
2
1,977
5807 Washington Ave, Whittier, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,145,000
07/25/25
4
1.5
1,901
5827 Washington Ave, Whittier, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
05/21/26
3
2.5
2,515
13639 Terrace Pl, Whittier, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
05/19/26
3
2
1,862
6231 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$920,000
11/10/25
3
2.5
1,738
5522 Greenleaf Ave, Whittier, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$910,000
03/27/26
3
2
1,780
6226 Washington Ave, Whittier, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$865,000
01/21/26
2
2
1,713
6315 Hill Ave, Whittier, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,215,000
10/17/25
3
2
2,509
6222 Washington Ave, Whittier, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$725,000
09/19/25
4
2
1,662
13739 Ridge Rd, Whittier, CA
0.58
Single-Family Home
$950,000
09/25/25
3
2
1,464

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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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  • 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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    "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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  • Maria R.
    "I have lived in neighborhood for 6 years, now, nice neighborly people live here. Great parks, & things to do plenty outdoors. "
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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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