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Property Description
This pristine single level home is ideally located in one of the state's most highly regarded school districts, just minutes from Cerritos Elementary, Bittencourt Park, and Cerritos Towne Center. Lovingly maintained by its owners, this picture perfect residence has been preserved with its original character, including the curtains and wallpaper, offering a rare glimpse of the home as it was when built.
The spacious floor plan features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a large living room with vaulted ceilings, a formal dining room, and sliding doors that open to a generous wraparound yard-perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor retreat. The private primary suite is thoughtfully positioned at the rear of the home and offers direct access to the backyard.
Whether you appreciate the home's original charm or envision updating it to reflect your own style, this is a wonderful opportunity to make your mark in an exceptional neighborhood. Don't miss the chance to call this special property home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 13542 La Jara
General
- Price: $1,149,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: LG26187482
- Updated: 8/26/2026
- Days on Market: 1 days
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Living Room
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Eating Areas: Dining Room
- Appliances: Built-In Range
- Flooring: Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Dog Park
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Concrete, Garage (Direct Access), Garage Faces Front, Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Carmenita (R) on 183rd St (R) on Darvalle (L) on La Jara
School Information
- School District: ABC Unified
- Elementary School: CERRIT
- Middle School: CARMEN
- High School: CERWHI
Community
- Community Features: Dog Park, Sidewalks, Park
- Assoc. Name: none
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Concrete
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Screens
- Doors: Double-Door Entry
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 1,459
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1971
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1169
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,093
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: Back Yard
- Fencing (Description): Block, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $787.53
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Compass, John Trevino
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Schools
Schools serving 13542 La Jara
School District:Abc Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cerritos Elementary School, Cerritos, CA 13600 183rd Street, Cerritos, CA 90703 | K-6 | 0.1 mi |
Carmenita Middle School 13435 East 166th Street, Cerritos, CA 90703 | 7-8 | 1.1 mi |
Cerritos High School 12500 183rd Street, Cerritos, CA 90703 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 13542 La Jara
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/26/2026
Listed
$1,149,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 13542 La Jara
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,475
—
$85,206
2%
2025
$1,475
12%
$83,536
4%
2023
$1,319
2%
$80,294
2%
2022
$1,296
3%
$78,720
2%
2021
$1,261
1%
$77,177
1%
2020
$1,250
1%
$76,387
2%
2019
$1,232
12%
$74,891
2%
2018
$1,097
2%
$73,423
2%
2017
$1,074
4%
$71,985
2%
2016
$1,034
1%
$70,575
2%
2015
$1,020
1%
$69,516
2%
2014
$1,011
2%
$68,155
—
2013
$988
—
$67,848
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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13542 La Jara, Cerritos, CA 90703 (MLS# LG26187482) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 13542 La Jara is currently listed for $1,149,000 and was received on August 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 13542 La Jara? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cerritos? You can browse all Cerritos real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

