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Property Description
$75,000 Further Price Reduction for a total reduction of $145,000!!! Nestled on the picturesque La Vela Avenue-just half a block from the prestigious Friendly Hills neighborhood-this expansive 3,833 sq. ft. home is brimming with possibilities. Situated on a generous 14,041 sq. ft. lot, it offers five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a sparkling pool, perfect for outdoor fun and entertaining.
A convenient half-circle driveway allows easy entry and exit, complemented by an attached garage for seamless access to the home. Inside, you'll find spacious family and dining rooms, along with a grand "great" room, complete with an oversized bar area, ideal for gatherings. The newer butler's kitchen makes hosting large dinner parties effortless.
This property presents endless opportunities for an extended family and awaits your personal touch-offered "As Is", ready for improvements tailored to your vision. Located within a highly sought-after school district, it's home to award-winning Ocean View Elementary, East Whittier Middle School, and La Serna High School.
Come explore this Friendly Hills-adjacent gem-you're sure to fall in love with the neighborhood!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8459 La Vela Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,325,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: TR25119085
- Added to Site: 233 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
- Interior Features: Attic Fan, Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Storage, Tile Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Dining Room, In Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Indoor Grill, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Individual Room, Inside
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Private, Above-Ground, Diving Board, Fiberglass, Filtered
- Spa Description: None
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage (Two Doors), Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: Take La Cuarta and turn onto one way street La Vela. La Vela is between Catalina and La Bajada
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- School District: Whittier Union High
- Elementary School: OCEVI
- Middle School: EASWHI
- High School: LASER
Community
- Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Golf, Hiking, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
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: Block, Drywall Walls
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: 2 Common Walls (or More)
- Windows: Blinds, Double-Pane Windows, Drapes, Plantation Shutters, Shutters
- Disability Access: Parking
- Entry Location: Front
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 3,833
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1960
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Repairs (Cosmetic)
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3223
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Zoning: WHR115000*
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Level, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers in Front, Sprinklers in Rear, Sprinklers Timer, Utilities - Overhead
- Fencing (Description): Block
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $345.68
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Inclusions: Commercial Grill and Griddle
Listed by Harcourt Realty, Tracy Harcourt
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services California Properties, Ulisses Lopez
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Schools
Schools serving 8459 La Vela Ave
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ocean View Elementary School, Whittier, CA 14359 2nd Street, Whittier, CA 90605 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
East Whittier Middle School 14421 Whittier Boulevard, Whittier, CA 90605 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
La Serna High School 15301 Youngwood Drive, Whittier, CA 90605 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8459 La Vela Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/18/2025
Sold
$1,325,000
-10.17%
MLS
8/25/2025
Price Reduced
$1,475,000
-4.84%
MLS
7/01/2025
Price Reduced
$1,550,000
-4.32%
MLS
5/30/2025
Listed
$1,620,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8459 La Vela Avenue, Whittier, CA 90605 (MLS# TR25119085) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,325,000 on September 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 8459 La Vela Avenue? 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.

