9524 La Serna
Whittier, CA, 90605
$1,885,000
MLS: PW26041267
Beds
3
Baths
4
Sq Ft
2,000
Lot
0.58 ac
Year Built
1955
MLS #
PW26041267
Days on Market
49
Listed
Mar 4, 2026
Description
Stunning fully remodeled Friendly Hills home showcasing exceptional farmhouse curb appeal, resort-style backyard living, and an expansive lot of approximately 25,079 sq ft. This beautifully upgraded residence offers approximately 2,000 sq ft of living space with 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, featuring an open-concept floor plan designed for modern living and seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. The main living area features a fireplace, custom built-in shelving, and wainscoting throughout. Hallway privacy barn doors enhance functionality, and a split barn door in the kitchen adds distinctive farmhouse appeal. The custom farmhouse-style kitchen offers custom cabinetry with abundant storage, custom quartz countertops, a spacious island, and Viking stove, hood, and refrigerator. The kitchen opens to the main living areas and an oversized dining area, accommodating a dining table approximately 10 feet in length. Panoramic custom 9’10” tri-fold door enhance natural light and backyard views. The private backyard offers a true outdoor retreat, featuring an upgraded resort-style pool with PebbleTec finish, waterfalls, custom lighting, new hardscape, elevated deck areas, and a Baja shelf (tanning ledge) ideal for in-water lounging. The pool is designed with 4-foot depths on both ends and a 6-foot center section. The backyard patio is finished with pavers for a refined entertaining space. Designed for entertaining, the detached covered patio (approx. 684 sq ft) includes ceiling fans, built-in lighting, outdoor roller shades, and a designated wall for mounting entertainment equipment and a TV, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The grounds include mature fruit trees and garden areas, including combo apple trees (Anna, Fuji, Gordon, and Dorsett varieties), peach, guava, pear, pomegranate, apricot, and plum trees, along with eight large vegetable/fruit beds. Additional features include a 2-car garage, spacious yard with abundant possibilities, and location in the desirable Friendly Hills community within the La Serna High School district (buyer to verify). Major upgrades include an extensive interior remodel of all rooms and bathrooms approximately 3 years ago; HVAC replaced approximately 3 years ago; plumbing approximately 80% copper with newer plastic piping primarily in bathrooms; roof with newest shingle layer installed approximately 15 years ago and a fully owned solar system with approximately 30 panels installed approximately 12 years ago.
Location
Whittier, Los Angeles County, CA 90605
Open on Google Maps ↗Listed by: Angel&Pat Hernandez · Synergy Real Estate
Payment estimate
$13,394
/ month (est.)
Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance + PMI. Down payment: $188,500 · Loan: $1,696,500
- Principal & Interest
- $10,424
- Property tax (1.25%)
- $1,964
- Homeowners insurance
- $300
- Mortgage insurance
- $707
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Today's Rates
As of Apr 23, 2026
- 30-year fixed
- 6.23%
- 15-year fixed
- 5.58%
Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS). Updated weekly.
Financing Options
FHA Financing — 3.5% Down＋
First-time and repeat buyers can purchase this Whittier home with as little as 3.5% down using an FHA loan — roughly $65,975 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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