Perched on one of North Whittier’s desirable hillsides, this private gated retreat offers panoramic city-light and mountain views, with vistas extending toward Catalina Island on clear days. First time on the market in over a decade, the home features an estimated 2,446 square feet on an expansive 35,322-square-foot lot. The flexible floor plan includes 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with the family room/den previously used as a third bedroom. Warm wood floors, exposed beams and wood paneling create a cozy cabin-inspired atmosphere, while the living room is anchored by a distinctive multicolored brick fireplace. The galley kitchen features stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting and a charming breakfast nook. Additional highlights include dual-pane windows, central air and heat, ceiling fans, a balcony overlooking the city, and a covered patio with a built-in BBQ. A long driveway, RV and boat parking, and an attached 2-car garage with direct access and epoxy flooring provide exceptional parking and storage. The property also includes a storage room beside the garage, a separate bonus server/storage room, automatic sprinklers and a private automatic gate. The oversized hillside lot may offer possibilities for future expansion, multigenerational living or an ADU, subject to buyer investigation and applicable approvals. Adjacent to Sycamore Canyon and Hellman Park within the Puente Hills Preserve, the home is near scenic hiking trails and open space. Convenient access to Uptown Whittier’s restaurants, cafés, shops and farmers market, as well as Whittier College, Whittwood Town Center and the 605 Freeway. Nearby schools include Longfellow Elementary, Dexter Middle School and Whittier High School; Longfellow has previously received California PBIS recognition. Buyer to verify school boundaries, ratings, square footage, lot size, bedroom use, development potential and all property information. The sellers’ growing family has created a special opportunity for the next owner to make this peaceful hillside sanctuary their own.
HUGE, VERY HARD TO COME BY, AND UNIQUE PROPERTY WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS!!! 2,446 SQ FT house on 35,327 Sq Ft LOT! That's right! That is NOT a typo! Nestled on the hills of North Whittier adjacent to Sycamore and Hellman Wilderness Park, this property offers unobstructed mountain and city views as far as the eye can see (Catalina Island on a clear day)! Property has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, however it also has a family room/den that could easily be used as a 3rd bedroom. Hardwood floors throughout the property, formal dining room, living room with fireplace and large windows with views to the city, den/family room also has fireplace with views of mountain side. 2 Car Attached Garage with large driveway with plenty of parking, back covered patio with built in BBQ and automatic sprinklers in front/back/side yards. Must see to appreciate!!! Will not last!!!
Public Records
Jul 18, 1978
Sold
$56,500
$28/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,324 (+8.5%)
$436,936 + $285,173
$722,109
2024
$8,596 (+2.4%)
$436,936 + $285,173
$722,109
2023
$8,391 (+2.7%)
$428,369 + $279,582
$707,951
2022
$8,174 (+2.1%)
$419,970 + $274,100
$694,070
2021
$8,005 (+0.5%)
$411,736 + $268,726
$680,462
2020
$7,966 (+0.9%)
$403,663 + $263,457
$667,120
2019
$7,898 (+3.9%)
$399,524 + $260,756
$660,280
2018
$7,604 (+2.5%)
$391,691 + $255,644
$647,335
2017
$7,419 (+177.2%)
$376,482 + $245,718
$622,200
2016
$2,677 (+2.0%)
$376,482 + $245,718
$622,200
2015
$2,625 (+0.6%)
$74,599 + $132,003
$206,602
2014
$2,610 (+4.7%)
$72,040 + $127,475
$199,515
2012
$2,493 (+1.7%)
$71,715 + $126,899
$198,614
2011
$2,451 (+0.8%)
$70,309 + $124,411
$194,720
2010
$2,432 (+0.6%)
$68,931 + $121,972
$190,903
2009
$2,416 (+2.8%)
$68,416 + $121,061
$189,477
2008
$2,350
$68,579 + $121,349
$189,928
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.81 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,986
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,986
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
8126017014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 29, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential Zone
In order to provide for the development of single-family residential areas and to maintain the integrity of existing single-family residential areas within the city, the regulations set forth in this chapter shall be applicable to all uses of properties classified in zone R-1.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Sep 26, 2022 • Active
Residential plumbing
Perform a copper re-pipe of the main water service from the meter to the residence.
Plumbing
May 3, 2019 • Active
Residential addition-alteration
Install a new air conditioning unit at the right side of the property. Replace the forced air unit located in the garage.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 98° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
9 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 12105 Rideout Pl
$1,099,098
$902 under list price of $1.10M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.0M to $1.3M.