Welcome to a fantastic real estate opportunity in one of East Whittier's most established residential neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned on a tree-lined street and generously sized corner lot, this classic single-story home features a charming, functional layout ready for your personalization. The interior offers continuous hardwood floors throughout the living space, a galley-style eat-in kitchen with traditional tile, a dedicated laundry and utility room, and cozy dual brick fireplaces in both the living and family room. Outside a spacious astroturf yard, covered patio, and detached 2-car garage. This home is a true blank canvas brimming with potential and offers endless possibilities. It's located near highly rated school districts, local parks and greenway trial, and many dining, shopping, and community amenities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
6,291 sq ftLot Size
$567Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Adam Roberts•DRE #02016872• Roberts Real Estate
Contact: 5629031139
Bought with Jay Figueroa•DRE #01904708• Kase Real Estate
Est. $3,474 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 15839 Risley St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #PW26195221
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$750,000
$567/sq ft
Sep 17, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 5, 2026
Listed
$750,000
$567/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 27, 1980
Sold
$84,900
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,832 (+283.4%)
$637,500 + $213,180
$850,680
2024
$739 (−10.8%)
$86,133 + $102,566
$188,699
2023
$828 (−8.5%)
$84,445 + $100,555
$185,000
2022
$904 (−7.3%)
$82,790 + $98,584
$181,374
2021
$976 (+2.3%)
$81,167 + $96,651
$177,818
2020
$954 (−5.6%)
$79,576 + $94,756
$174,332
2019
$1,011 (+14.6%)
$78,761 + $93,785
$172,546
2018
$882 (−62.7%)
$77,217 + $91,947
$169,164
2017
$2,366 (+5.6%)
$74,219 + $88,378
$162,597
2016
$2,241 (+0.6%)
$74,219 + $88,378
$162,597
2015
$2,228 (+0.9%)
$72,764 + $86,646
$159,410
2014
$2,209 (+5.4%)
$70,269 + $83,674
$153,943
2012
$2,097 (+2.4%)
$69,952 + $83,296
$153,248
2011
$2,048 (+0.9%)
$68,581 + $81,663
$150,244
2010
$2,031 (+0.8%)
$67,237 + $80,062
$147,299
2009
$2,014 (+6.7%)
$66,735 + $79,464
$146,199
2008
$1,888
$66,894 + $79,653
$146,547
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,291 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1953
Sq. Ft.
1,323
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
8231023022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 24, 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
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - Gravel, Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher
Has Appliances
In Living Room
Tile Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathtub, Shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Laundry, All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room, Family Room, Galley Kitchen
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Ground Level w/ Steps
Tile Counters
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Blockwall
Has Fence
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Concrete, Slab
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Back Yard, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 8231023022
Property Condition: Fixer
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Gutters, Curbs, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
High School District: Call Listing Office
Location Information
Latitude: 33.93741000
Longitude: -117.99123900
Directions: Cross Streets: Santa Gertrudes Ave and Santa Fe St
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,323
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,291 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1953
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 8231023022
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 24, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Kitchen Stove
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 5629031139
Days Active in MLS: 12
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 12
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Adam
List Agent Last Name: Roberts
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Roberts Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jay
Buyer Agent Last Name: Figueroa
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Kase Real Estate
Around this home
Schools
Leffingwell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Granada Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
La Serna High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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