
5857 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601
5857 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601
Property Description
Price Improvement!!!5857 Washington Ave., built in 1917, this 2-story, one-of-a-kind Craftsman home that sits in historic Uptown Whittier and blends original architectural details with period appropriate updates, creating a home that feels both classic and comfortable. A charming front porch sets the tone, welcoming you to the grand front door that has been part of the home’s story for more than a century. Inside you’ll find an abundance of warmth and craftsmanship throughout, including original wood floors and formal dining room with built-ins, a cozy sunroom off the living area, a kitchen filled with vintage character, and a cozy breakfast nook that adds to the home’s everyday charm. The downstairs primary bedroom offers convenience and comfort, along with a beautifully restored bathroom featuring time period appropriate tile from Mission Tile and appropriate finishes. Upstairs, the staircase leads to two with ample closet space with built in storage, additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an additional office/bedroom space, offering flexibility for guests, work-from-home space, or additional sleeping areas. With 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an office/sleep space, sunroom, and approximately 1,928 square feet of living space on a 6,302 square foot lot, this Uptown Whittier Craftsman is filled with history, charm, and the kind of details that make this home truly special. This home also boasts a basement complete with original built in sink, a polished concrete floor and plenty of storage. Back yard is large enough for an ADU, a pool or both! A storybook home just moments from Uptown’s charming restaurants, cafes, coffee spots, local shops and hiking trails.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Residential Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Whittier · Single Family Residence
Listed 29.6% above the median closed sale of $895,000. Price per sqft ($602) is a 14% premium to closed comps ($529). Closed comps sold at 101% of list — strong seller's market.
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Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5537 Carley Avenue | Whittier | 1949 | 3 | 2 | 1,866 | 6,952 | $514 | $959,900 | 53 | 82 |
| 9715 Greening Avenue | Whittier | 1951 | 3 | 3 | 1,813 | 6,360 | $469 | $849,900 | 46 | 80 |
| 15783 Lashburn Street | Whittier | 1956 | 3 | 2 | 1,666 | 6,187 | $540 | $899,000 | 43 | 80 |
| 11740 Maple | Whittier | 1975 | 3 | 2 | 1,640 | 5,968 | $670 | $1.10M | 3 | 79 |
| 15202 Fernview | Whittier | 1955 | 3 | 2 | 1,606 | 6,634 | $592 | $950,000 | 25 | 79 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.0 | 2.2 | 1,718.2 | 6,420.2 | $557 | $951,520 | 34 | |||
| Median | 1,666 | $950,000 | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5650 Pickering | Whittier | 1977 | 09/11/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,863 | 6,890 | $960,000 | $927,000 | $498 | 0.97 | 37 | 82 |
| 3832 Abbeywood | Whittier | 1956 | 09/14/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,668 | 6,787 | $855,000 | $850,000 | $510 | 0.99 | 66 | 79 |
| 15359 La Salos Drive | Whittier | 1954 | 08/31/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,626 | 5,972 | $849,000 | $895,000 | $550 | 1.05 | 37 | 79 |
| 11479 Mines | Whittier | 1947 | 09/02/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,653 | 7,210 | $749,000 | $785,000 | $475 | 1.05 | 52 | 78 |
| 15359 Saranac Drive | Whittier | 1957 | 09/02/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,532 | 6,041 | $929,000 | $935,000 | $610 | 1.01 | 83 | 77 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1,668.4 | 6,580 | $878,400 | $878,400 | $528.6 | — | 55 | ||||
| Median | 1,653 | $895,000 | $895,000 | ||||||||||
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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.