Seller's Agent in 2024
Mark Velasco
West Shores Realty, Inc.
(626) 392-9499
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
6554 Friends Ave Whittier, CA 90601
Uptown Whittier NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,278,654 - $1,292,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,974
Sq Ft
$432/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Koi Pond
- Above Ground Spa
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Wine Cellar
- RV Gated
- 2-minute walk to Central Park
About This Home
As of June 2024SAT & SUN OPEN HOUSE CANCELED. BACK ON THE MARKET (No fault of the Seller).
Become proud new owners of the second well known Landmark Mills Act Historical Home in Whittier. The low tax benefit
carries over to the new owner. ($5,990 a year and will not increase at the new purchase price) This home represents the
true architecture representation of highly sought after Craftsman. They are considered the most expensive to build since
craftsmanship requires fine details of surrounding porches, built in benches and mud room. This home is made out pure
redwood and cedar.
This is a unique designed 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms consist of 2,974 square feet of living space. An R4 zoned lot
(13,637 square feet) that can build 2 bedroom ADU –owner has plans and you will still have room for a pool
(currently a Koi pond but permitted as pool). Completely remodeled from inside and out in 2018, owner spent over
$560,000 in upgrades and all essential work has been done from new roof, electrical, dual AC, copper plumbing, cedar side
shingles, fence, paved landscaping, sprinkler systems and earthquake retrofitting. Not to mention all the upgrades of
expanding the completely redone kitchen as an open concept with high end Thermador appliances and plumbed Miele
coffee machine, water softener and water filtration system. The upstairs was configured into two master bedrooms with
own private bathrooms. An additional permitted third bedroom currently used a master closet. The fourth bedroom is
located downstairs. Has a separate enclosed room can be used as an office or cigar room. Detached garage has new
electrical, networking and can be used as a home office. High end marble, custom tile upgrades throughout the house and
all original built-in cabinet, interior and exterior doors was professionally stripped and stained. Spacious and open floor
plan with dining room for all your big family gatherings and huge living room. High ceilings and beautiful original crown
moldings. The seller was able to get solar panels approved and installed. This solar purchase and not leased has $32,000
tax credit that has not been used. New buyer can do a solar assumption with the low fixed interest rate (ask for details).
Walking distance to Uptown for dining, shopping and movies.
Last Listed By
West Shores Realty, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 626-392-9499 License #01789768 Listed on: 12/01/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,959
Year Built
- Built in 1912 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned WHR4UD*
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Driveway
- RV Gated
Property Views
- Pond
- City Lights
- Peek-A-Boo
- Park or Greenbelt
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Copper Plumbing
Interior Spaces
- 2,974 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Attic
- Basement
Kitchen
- Butlers Pantry
- Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
- Gas Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Cooktop
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Converted Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dressing Area
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Spa
- Balcony
- Deck
- Wood patio
- Koi Pond
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts in Garage
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Natural Gas Connected
- Water Heater
- Water Softener
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 14 / 1
- Tax Tract Number 6845
- Assessor Parcel Number 8139001013
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
- Hiking Trails
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2023
Closed on
Jun 21, 2024
Sold by
Kim Karen
Bought by
Trinh And Wong Family Trust and Trinh
Seller's Agent
Mark Velasco
West Shores Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Tiffany My Wong
Equity Smart Real Estate Services
List Price
$1,380,000
Sold Price
$1,278,888
Premium/Discount to List
-$101,112
-7.33%
Total Days on Market
119
Views
1311
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,776
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.45%
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Outstanding Balance
$734,433
Interest Rate
7.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$549,231
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2021
Sold by
Kim Hope Ys
Bought by
Kim Karen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$688,800
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2020
Sold by
Kim Karen
Bought by
Kim Hope Ys
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 2019
Sold by
Contreras Ivanhoe
Bought by
Kim Karen
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2017
Sold by
Todd Richard
Bought by
Contreras Ivanhoe
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$622,250
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2002
Sold by
Todd Richard
Bought by
Todd Richard and Todd Claudia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 1999
Sold by
Todd Richard E
Bought by
Todd Richard E and Todd Claudia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 4, 1999
Sold by
Todd Richard E
Bought by
Todd Richard E and Todd Claudia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
6.94%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 1997
Sold by
Kerns Katherine Trs Kerns Family Trust
Bought by
Todd Richard E and Todd Claudia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
7.36%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinh And Wong Family Trust | $1,279,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Kim Karen | -- | California Best Title | |
| Kim Hope Ys | -- | None Available | |
| Kim Karen | -- | None Available | |
| Contreras Ivanhoe | $655,000 | Ortc | |
| Todd Richard | -- | -- | |
| Todd Richard E | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Todd Richard E | -- | -- | |
| Todd Richard E | $308,000 | Fidelity National Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Trinh And Wong Family Trust | $740,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kim Karen | $0 | |
| Previous Owner | Kim Karen | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kim Karen | $62,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kim Karen | $688,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Contreras Ivanhoe | $698,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Contreras Ivanhoe | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Contreras Ivanhoe | $700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Contreras Ivanhoe | $700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Contreras Ivanhoe | $622,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Todd Richard | $544,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Todd Richard E | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Todd Richard E | $318,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Todd Richard E | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Todd Richard E | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Todd Richard E | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kerns Katherine L | $248,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/28/2024 06/28/24 | Sold | $1,278,888 | -5.3% | $430 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2024 03/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/11/2024 03/11/24 | Price Changed | $1,350,000 | -2.2% | $454 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2024 03/11/24 | For Sale | $1,380,000 | 0.0% | $464 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2024 02/20/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/15/2023 12/15/23 | Price Changed | $1,380,000 | 0.0% | $464 / Sq Ft |
| 12/15/2023 12/15/23 | For Sale | $1,380,000 | +7.9% | $464 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2023 12/13/23 | Off Market | $1,278,888 | -- | -- |
| 12/01/2023 12/01/23 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $370 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,959 | $436,000 | $312,000 | $124,000 |
| 2023 | $5,970 | $436,000 | $312,000 | $124,000 |
| 2022 | $5,936 | $436,000 | $312,000 | $124,000 |
| 2021 | $5,288 | $382,000 | $271,000 | $111,000 |
| 2020 | $4,851 | $344,000 | $141,000 | $203,000 |
| 2019 | $4,691 | $328,000 | $154,200 | $173,800 |
| 2018 | $4,567 | $328,000 | $190,000 | $138,000 |
| 2016 | $3,556 | $251,000 | $151,000 | $100,000 |
| 2015 | $3,400 | $241,000 | $114,000 | $127,000 |
| 2014 | $3,293 | $232,000 | $110,000 | $122,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mark Velasco
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Tiffany My Wong
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Tiffany My Wong
Equity Smart Real Estate Services
(626) 592-0826
1 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: DW23219842
APN: 8139-001-013
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