1553 Amate
La Habra Heights, CA, 90631
$1,495,000
MLS: PW26178123
Beds
3
Baths
4
Sq Ft
2,549
Lot
0.73 ac
Year Built
1941
MLS #
PW26178123
Days on Market
8
Listed
Aug 14, 2026
Description
This Equestrian property is unique with a 3 level home, perched high on a hillside, offering sweeping panoramas views, from the city lights all the way to the Pacific Ocean, on a 32,013 sq.ft. lot. La Habra Heights offers horse trails that take you out of the city and into nature, which you can access from this property. There is a barn and stables for (2) horses and a tack & storage shed. With massive multilevel decks seamlessly blend the indoor and outdoor living, perfect for entertaining or relaxing with lots of privacy. This house has a vintage charm that is very inviting. The Original fireplace has a retro element that anchors the living room that opens to the huge deck overlooking the city. The upper level of the home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The kitchen has been updated with granite counter tops, tile backslash and tile floors; with a mudroom that leads outdoors and to the garage & laundry area. Come enjoy the Lower-Level Lounge, or it can be used as a Billard room, or a Detached Guest Room, or can be a 4th bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. It has stunning views all the way around this level , with its own entrance and deck. You could possibly convert this space into an ADU by adding a small kitchen. In addition to all that, there is a Wine Cellar that is a very unique space! Come here to have a glass of wine and unwind in a space that always stays cool. There is also gym, located at far back of the house that, includes the equipment for a good workout. Plus, there is lots of space to grow a garden: there is a green house with a water supply. The garages can hold 5 cars total. The (2) car garage hosts the laundry area with new epoxy flooring. The (3) car garage has 10’ ceilings; high enough for a car lift. It is boat deep at 30’; 400-amp panel gives you plenty of power. Even the garage has a view with (2) large windows & work bench. Lots of storage space behind doors. There is access from the private road to the barn and back lot. The best fruit trees around are a few steps out the door. Truly a must see! Come take a look, this could be your home forever!
Location
La Habra Heights, Los Angeles County, CA 90631
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Kristine Leggitt · T.N.G. Real Estate Consultants
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Payment estimate
$11,056
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $149,500 · Loan: $1,345,500
Average 30-yr fixed rate 6.65% as of Aug 20, 2026 (Freddie Mac PMMS). Adjust to your quote.
- Principal & Interest
- $8,638
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,557
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $561
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Today's Rates
As of Aug 20, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.65%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.95%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
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Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this La Habra Heights home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $52,325 down. FHA loans feature flexible credit guidelines and government-backed rates, making homeownership accessible for buyers who haven't saved a large down payment. Seller concessions up to 6% of the purchase price are also allowed.
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