13978 Summit Drive, Whittier, CA 90602
13978 Summit Drive, Whittier, CA 90602
Property Description
Reduced and Perched on an expansive 1.02-acre hilltop lot in the highly coveted Mar Vista Heights neighborhood, 13978 Summit Drive is a masterful, custom-built luxury estate offering panoramic, unobstructed 270 degree views of the city lights and surrounding hillsides. Once featured in Architectural Digest for its standout design, this historic 1939 American Colonial Revival-style masterpiece represents an exceptional opportunity for discerning buyers seeking privacy, prestige, and unparalleled acreage in Whittier's elite enclave. The residence opens to a grand two-story floor plan featuring a spectacular foyer with spiral staircase that leads to the upper-level living quarters.Spanning 4,753 square feet of refined interior space, the home beautifully balances grand architectural scale with timeless comfort. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, the formal living spaces flow effortlessly to a resort-style backyard oasis, centering around a sparkling pool set against a breathtaking panoramic backdrop. The residence accommodates family and guests with 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms and detached Cabana with 2 additional rooms, multiple fireplaces, covered Outdoor Patio all positioned to maximize the serene hilltop ambiance. Combining a rich architectural pedigree with a commanding geographical footprint, this iconic estate delivers an unmatched luxury lifestyle just moments from the Friendly Hills area.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 4 active · 3 closed
Whittier · Single Family Residence
Listed 19.7% above the median closed sale of $2,171,500. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (4)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 Turnbull Canyon | Hacienda Heights | 1964 | 5 | 5 | 4,589 | 16,748 | $436 | $2.00M | 68 | 66 |
| 2655 El Venado Drive | Hacienda Heights | 1986 | 6 | 6 | 4,155 | 70,353 | $578 | $2.40M | 61 | 65 |
| 15520 Lujon Street | Hacienda Heights | 2004 | 9 | 7 | 4,220 | 13,091 | $400 | $1.69M | 125 | 59 |
| 15526 Mar Vista | Whittier | 1982 | 4 | 3 | 4,429 | 16,176 | $406 | $1.80M | 113 | 50 |
| Total: 4 · Average | 6.0 | 5.3 | 4,348.25 | 29,092 | $455 | $1.97M | 91.75 | |||
| Median | 4,429 | $2.00M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (3)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16134 Lomacitas Lane | Whittier | 1971 | 08/31/2026 | 5 | 4 | 4,023 | 8,533 | $2.30M | $2.17M | $541 | 0.95 | 112 | 58 |
| 8757 Enramada Avenue | Whittier | 1953 | 06/15/2026 | 6 | 5 | 3,928 | 36,377 | $2.15M | $2.17M | $553 | 1.01 | 32 | 57 |
| 8639 Lindante Drive | Whittier | 1977 | 07/13/2026 | 4 | 4 | 4,306 | 11,761 | $1.98M | $1.92M | $446 | 0.97 | 52 | 47 |
| Total: 3 · Average | 5.0 | 4.3 | 4,085.667 | 18,890.333 | $2.09M | $2.09M | $513.333 | — | 65.33333333333333 | ||||
| Median | 4,023 | $2.17M | $2.17M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.