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$789,000
● House - Off Market

6256 Friends Avenue

Whittier, CA 90601
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
1 Bath
square feet
1,106 Ft²
$3,924
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully updated historic gem in desirable Uptown Whittier. Boasting a meticulously manicured garden, stunning curb appeal, and a classic white picket fence, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers just over 1,100 sq ft of refined living space on a 5,000 sq ft corner lot.  Enjoy warm evenings on the large front porch, then enter a luxurious living area featuring refurbished original wood floors, plantation shutters, new crown molding throughout, and a cozy kitchen with a walk-in pantry. While preserving its historic character, this home has been updated with all new electrical, new gas line, and new exterior plumbing. There is central heating, air conditioning, and a Generac backup generator for peace of mind.  The detached 2-car garage offers ample cabinetry, storage, and a separate entrance, with potential as an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)-perfect for added income or multigenerational living (buyer to verify with the city).  Located just minutes from Uptown Whittier's charming shops, cafes, and historic landmarks, this home offers the perfect blend of historic charm, modern updates, and future potential.
Unit Size
1,106 Ft²
Days on Market
67 days
Land Size
0.11 acres
Price per sqft
$722
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1919

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Last updated: 12 months ago (CRMLS #OC25192699)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Nov 6, 2025 Sold
Sold
Sep 23, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Aug 29, 2025 Listed by Redfin $799,000
Listed by Redfin

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1919
  • Effective Year Built: 1919
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 4
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 7
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,000
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,000
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 500
  • Total Building Area: 1,106
  • Building Area: 1,106
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 6
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,106
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: HARVEY & RICKERS ADD TO WHITTIER
  • Land Acres: 0000000115
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0100
  • Legal Description 1: HARVEY AND RICKERS ADD TO WHITTIER W 100 FT OF LOT/SEC 13 BLK/DIV/TWN 9

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Whittier Union High School District
  • Census Tract: 501503

Zoning

  • Zoning: WHR4*

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 55-E4
  • Parcel: 8135-029-015
  • Block: 9
  • Lot: 13
  • Municipality: EAST /UPTOWN WHITTIER
  • Latitude: 33.9847
  • Longitude: -118.034

    Address

  • Full Address: 6256 Friends Ave
  • Address - House Number: 6256
  • Address - Street Name: Friends
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Whittier
  • Carrier Code: C014
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3726
  • Zip Code: 90601

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $333,126
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 09-642

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2121
  • Valuation Date: Aug 04, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 71
  • Final Value: 740,228
  • High Value: 897,248
  • Low Value: 583,209

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $235,463
  • Assessed Land Value: $143,489
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $91,974

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 20, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 06, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 440527
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 6256 Friends Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 6256 Friends Avenue was built in 1919 and last sold on Jun 20, 2023 for $745,000.
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