12408 Carinthia
Whittier, CA 90601
Listing broker / agent: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty · George Barr · 949-344-6916 · CRMLS
MLS # PW26141009 · Last checked Oct 22, 2026 03:00 UTC
About this property
Welcome to this beautifully positioned 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath hillside home, set on an approximately 8,712 square foot lot and showcasing some of the most incredible views of the Los Angeles basin. From the moment you arrive, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy expansive westward views, generous living space, and endless potential in a truly special setting. Inside, expansive windows and sliding glass doors are thoughtfully placed to fully capture the breathtaking views and fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere for both everyday living and entertaining. The living room features a custom electric fireplace and opens to the outdoor deck, seamlessly blending indoor comfort with the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The dining room also enjoys its own custom tiled fireplace with built-in bookcase/art display entertainment center along with direct access to the deck, making it the perfect space to gather while taking in the panoramic scenery. The spacious primary retreat offers a peaceful escape, complete with a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with double vanities. Additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. A large oversized 3-car garage with laundry and loft adds exceptional functionality, while the finished upper section offers the ideal space for a recreation room, office, studio, or whatever best suits your lifestyle. Outside, the gigantic view deck is the true highlight of the home — an incredible place for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying a quiet morning coffee while soaking in the sweeping views. With its remarkable setting, versatile layout, and unforgettable views, this is a rare opportunity to create your dream home in a highly desirable hillside location. Come see it for yourself today.
Property details
- MLS number
- PW26141009
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,061 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1958 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1975
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 104
Building
- Year built
- 1975
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 0
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 4
- Main-level bathrooms
- 3
- Rooms
- Bedroom
- Interior features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Lot features
- Cul De Sac
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Panoramic, Valley
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Hiking, Mountainous
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Whittier Union High
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Whittier Independent Study Whittier City · Whittier | K–8 | 0.6 mi |
| Walter F. Dexter Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | 6–8 | 0.7 mi |
| Longfellow Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | K–5 | 0.7 mi |
| Orange Grove Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | K–5 | 1.0 mi |
| Whittier High Whittier Union High · Whittier | 9–12 | 1.1 mi |
| Lou Henry Hoover School of Fine Arts (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | K–5 | 1.2 mi |
| Mill School and Technology Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| West Whittier Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | K–5 | 1.5 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
- $1,199,900
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,349,900
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,099,900
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-12 12:20 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 19:40 | $1,199,900 |
| Oct 2, 2026 05:31 | $1,249,900 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Whittier
Active residential homes for sale in Whittier, CA, available through this website's authorized feed. Includes residential subtypes; excludes rentals. Not the entire market or a valuation of this property.
Observed price activity · past 30 days
43 currently active listings have an observed price-change pair ending in this period. A listing can appear in both counts.
Calculated 2026-10-22 03:47 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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