12920 La Jara Circle
Cerritos, CA 90703
Listing broker / agent: Localist Realty · Tom Bashe · 951-338-8958 · CRMLS
MLS # SW26225986 · Last checked Oct 24, 2026 09:41 UTC
About this property
Discover the convenience of a truly walkable Cerritos lifestyle! This home offers a quite escape while being within walking distance to schools, parks, shopping & entertainment! Located within the coveted ABC Unified School District, & a short walk to Frank C. Leal Elementary School & Cerritos High School & Heritage Park. Then just walk across the street & you’re in the heart of Cerritos Towne Center for convenient everyday shopping & dining, with a variety of popular retailers, restaurants & entertainment options. The renowned Cerritos Library & Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts bring cultural attractions & community events close to home. With access to the 91, 605 & 5 freeways connecting throughout Los Angeles & Orange counties easily. A double-door entry opens to an expansive living room with dramatic vaulted ceilings & an oversized arched window bringing together the home’s warmth. Laminate flooring extends throughout the main living areas & bedrooms, creating a consistent flow. The central dining room with fireplace provides a space for everyday meals & larger gatherings while remaining conveniently connected to the kitchen & living room. The kitchen features abundant wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a full-height backsplash, recessed lighting, pantry storage & a large window overlooking the backyard. Sliding glass doors provide direct access to the covered patio, making outdoor dining & entertaining easily accessible. This distinctive floor plan offers 4 spacious bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms across 2 levels. 2 main-level bedrooms share a full bathroom with a granite vanity & tub-and-shower combination, providing convenient accommodations for guests, a home office or those who prefer to avoid stairs. Upstairs, 2 additional private bedrooms share an updated bathroom featuring a large vanity & glass-enclosed walk-in shower. The oversized primary bedroom includes 2 closets, one a walk-in & the other has mirrored wardrobe doors, direct bathroom access & a separate mini-split system for added comfort. An open upper-level landing provides additional space for a desk or reading area. The private backyard is enclosed by block walls & the layout provides room for outdoor seating, gardening & recreation. A newly installed solar system with battery backup adds energy production & storage capability. The attached 2 car garage includes a designated laundry area, storage cabinetry & a water-softening system, keeping household utility functions organized.
Property details
- MLS number
- SW26225986
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 2,050 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1247 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1970
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1970
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Slab
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Water Softener
- Interior features
- Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Covered, Patio
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Brick, Wrought Iron
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Curbs, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school
- Cerritos
- High school district
- ABC Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | K–6 | 0.3 mi |
| Cerritos High (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | 9–12 | 0.5 mi |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Artesia | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| Wittmann (Helen) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
| Stowers(Cecil B.) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
| Cerritos Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
| Whitney (Gretchen) High (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | 7–12 | 0.9 mi |
| Kennedy (John F.) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Artesia | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,525,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,525,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2026 00:09 | $1,525,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Cerritos
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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Calculated 2026-10-24 10:23 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.
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