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Property Description
Perched high in the prestigious hillside enclave of Starlight Estates, where homes are tightly held and neighbors often stay for generations. This iconic mid-century modern residence offers a rare blend of architectural significance, privacy, and breathtaking panoramic views stretching across Los Angeles County, Orange County, and all the way to Catalina Island.
Designed for buyers who appreciate timeless architecture over trends, this home immediately captivates with dramatic wall-to-wall glass, clean mid-century lines, and a seamless connection between indoor living and the horizon beyond. From sunrise coffee to golden hour sunsets, natural light pours through the home, transforming every space into a living work of art.
The oversized living room becomes the emotional center of the home, where skyline views become your daily backdrop and evening city lights feel cinematic. Imagine hosting close friends over a glass of wine, watching the sunset melt into the skyline, or preparing dinner while warm golden light fills the interiors through walls of glass.
The updated kitchen with whitewashed cabinetry opens naturally into an inviting family space, while the formal dining room overlooks a lush private courtyard, ideal for intimate dinners, holiday gatherings, or multi-generational family celebrations.
Each of the three spacious bedrooms offers its own unique view, built-in storage, and custom character. The den is being used as the fourth bedroom. The primary suite serves as a private retreat with elevated views of city lights, and surrounding hillsides.
Thoughtfully upgraded for modern living, the home includes new copper plumbing (2021), new HVAC (2025), solar, a newer pool heater, and a newly upgraded pool filtration system, offering the confidence of major system improvements while preserving the integrity of its architectural roots.
Beyond the home itself, residents of Starlight Estates are drawn to a lifestyle centered around peace, safety, nature, and community. Morning walks through quiet hillside streets, nearby hiking trails, neighbors who know each other, and the charm of nearby Uptown Whittier with its boutiques, cafés, dining, and everyday conveniences.
Outside, multiple patios, a private pool, and built-in spa create your own elevated retreat, one of the most captivating sunset vantage points in Whittier.
This is more than a home. It's a statement in design, a sanctuary above the city, and a lifestyle earned.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5544 Greenleaf
General
- Price: $1,380,000
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: CV26096135
- Updated: 5/20/2026
- Added to Site: 18 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Laundry, All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Copper Plumbing (Full)
- Fireplace(s): None
- Eating Areas: Dining Room
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Waterfall, Private, Gas Heat
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Garage (Direct Access), Driveway
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: From Whittier Blvd., head north on Greenleaf
- Direction Faces: Southwest
School Information
- School District: Whittier Union High
Community
- Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Mountainous, Foothills, Street Lights, Suburban, Park
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Double-Pane Windows
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 2,116
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1964
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Turnkey
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s), Catalina, City Lights, Neighborhood, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2937
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,792
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Lot Description: Landscaped, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinkler System, Back Yard
- Fencing (Description): Fair Condition, Privacy, Wrought Iron
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $652.17
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by Strive Real Estate, Ling Beh
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Schools
Schools serving 5544 Greenleaf
School Districts:Whittier City Elementary School District, Whittier Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Longfellow Elementary School, Whittier, CA 6005 Magnolia Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Walter F. Dexter Middle School 11532 E. Floral Dr., Whittier, CA 90601 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Whittier High School 12417 Philadelphia Street, Whittier, CA 90601 | 9-12 | 1 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 5544 Greenleaf
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/20/2026
Price Increased
$1,380,000
6.15%
MLS
5/11/2026
Listed
$1,299,999
—
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 5544 Greenleaf
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$15,377
11%
$1,191,204
4%
2023
$13,877
3%
$1,144,950
2%
2022
$13,507
82%
$1,122,500
90%
2021
$7,414
2%
$591,569
1%
2020
$7,255
1%
$585,504
2%
2019
$7,212
4%
$574,025
2%
2018
$6,921
2%
$562,771
2%
2017
$6,765
2%
$551,737
2%
2016
$6,643
1%
$540,920
2%
2015
$6,546
2%
$532,796
2%
2014
$6,435
—
$522,360
—
2013
$6,430
—
$520,000
—
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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5544 Greenleaf, Whittier, CA 90601 (MLS# CV26096135) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5544 Greenleaf is currently listed for $1,380,000 and was received on May 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 5544 Greenleaf? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Whittier? You can browse all Whittier real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

