8433 California
Whittier, CA 90605
Listing broker / agent: Cal Capital Real Estate · Rene Esparza · rene@ccreforva.com · CRMLS
MLS # OC26140145 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 20:18 UTC
About this property
Located in the distinguished Michigan Park neighborhood, this expansive residence presents a rare opportunity to own one of Whittier’s most coveted historic neighborhoods. Framed by tree-lined streets and picturesque views of the Whittier Hills, the home welcomes you with warm natural wood flooring and an expansive open-concept living and dining environment designed for both elegant entertaining and effortless everyday living. The main level offers three bedrooms, including one currently styled as a flexible-use space, along with a full bath—an ideal configuration for multi-generational living, guests, or those seeking refined single-level convenience. A sophisticated dry bar and breakfast/dining bar create a seamless transition from the living area to the well-appointed galley kitchen, where thoughtful functionality supports everything from intimate meals to festive holiday gatherings. A dedicated laundry room provides direct access to the backyard, enhancing the home’s practical ease. Upstairs, ample linen storage leads to a spacious secondary bedroom with generous closet space, while the impressive primary suite serves as a private retreat with a walk-in closet and an ensuite bath featuring dual sinks, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with steam bath functionality. Just off the living room, a convenient powder room and large glass doors open to an inviting outdoor sanctuary. The covered patio is designed for relaxed luxury, offering abundant space for alfresco dining, lounging, and entertaining, complete with a built-in BBQ island and sunscreens for comfort and shade. A two-car garage provides secure parking, while the attached workshop and storage area offer exceptional versatility for hobbies, projects, or curated seasonal storage. The expansive driveway can store your RV, vehicles and recreational vehicles. Moments from Turnbull Canyon, the Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead, shopping, dining, parks, schools, Colima Road, the 5 Freeway, and the 605 Freeway, this exceptional Michigan Park home blends timeless neighborhood charm, elevated comfort, and everyday convenience in one of the area’s most desirable settings.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26140145
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 5 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 2,408 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1719 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1950
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 93
Building
- Year built
- 1950
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Traditional
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Concrete, Stucco
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Foundation
- Combination, Raised, Slab
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 3
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Sauna, Workshop, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Range Hood, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Dry Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bar, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Galley Kitchen, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets, Workshop
- Flooring
- Carpet, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
- Accessibility features
- None
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 6
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Concrete, Driveway Level, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Rv Potential, Workshop In Garage
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Covered
- Exterior features
- Lighting
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Block, Wood, Wrought Iron
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Curbs, Foothills, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Ocean View
- Middle / junior school
- East Whittier
- High school
- California
- High school district
- Whittier Union High
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean View Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | Not reported | 0.2 mi |
| East Whittier Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | 6–8 | 0.5 mi |
| Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy (school website, opens in a new tab) Whittier City · Whittier | K–5 | 0.9 mi |
| Laurel Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | Not reported | 1.0 mi |
| Mulberry Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | Not reported | 1.2 mi |
| California High Whittier Union High · Whittier | 9–12 | 1.2 mi |
| Evergreen Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | Not reported | 1.2 mi |
| La Serna High Whittier Union High · Whittier | 9–12 | 1.3 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
- $1,275,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,299,900
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,299,900
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-08-24 13:43 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 11:02 | $1,275,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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